Halton Region, as we know it today, is rich in the history and modern traditions of many First Nations and the Métis. From the lands of the Anishinabe to the Attawandaron, the Haudenosaunee, and the Métis, these lands surrounding the Great Lakes are steeped in Indigenous history. As we gather today on these treaty lands, we are in solidarity with Indigenous brothers and sisters to honour and respect the four directions, lands, waters, plants, animals and ancestors that walked before us, and all of the wonderful elements of creation that exist.
We acknowledge and thank the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation for being stewards of this traditional territory.
Everyone at Walton is widening the welcome! Walton is dismantling barriers to be open and inclusive.
Each of us can welcome others and help them feel included. Imagine yourself visiting another church. You wouldn’t know the people or the routines and might feel awkward. Take the initiative and introduce yourself to someone you haven’t chatted with before.
“There is neither Jew nor Gentile, neither slave nor free, nor is there male and female, for you are all one in Christ Jesus.” Galatians 2:28
Inclusiveness is about treating everyone with respect and dignity. Look beyond any differences and see the person! We are all God’s children.
“Welcome one another, therefore, just as Christ has welcomed you, for the glory of God.” Romans 5:7
”By this everyone will know that you are my disciples, if you have love for one another.” ~ John 13:35
What does the Bible say about inclusion?
“Rejoice with those who rejoice, weep with those who weep. Live in harmony with one another. Do not be haughty, but associate with the lowly. Never be wise in your own sight. Repay no one evil for evil, but give thought to do what is honourable in the sight of all. If possible, so far as it depends on you, live peaceably with all.” ~ Romans 12: 15-18
Let us live in peace with one another!
We recognize the Traditional Territory of First Nations, Métis with this Land Acknowledgement.
