What if reclaiming sacred time could heal cultural wounds and renew the Church? Dr. Greg and Deacon Bill White uncover the astonishing story of Servant of God Nicholas Black Elk—a Lakota healer and Catholic catechist whose life invites us to rediscover time, tradition, and faith through a deeply human lens.

Key Topics:

• Why reclaiming sacred time is essential for healing and spiritual renewal
• The inspiring story of Nicholas Black Elk, Servant of God and Lakota Catholic catechist
• How traditional Lakota spirituality aligns with the Catholic understanding of creation
• What “Indian Time” reveals about presence, patience, and the dignity of encounter
• How Nicholas Black Elk bridged indigenous tradition with the sacraments of the Church
• Surprising links between the Liturgy of the Hours and Lakota prayer rhythms
• How healing from trauma is possible through faith, forgiveness, and cultural integration
• Why the canonization of Black Elk could be a sign of what the Church needs right now

Learn More:

• Walking the Good Red Road - Documentary on Nicholas Black Elk, Diocese of Rapid City
• Cause for Canonization of Nicholas Black Elk
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