In this best of the Smarticle Podcast we discuss the meeting between Canada's Indigenous representatives and Pope Francis, where survivors of residential schools requested access to church records. We explore the historical context of these schools, their impact on Indigenous cultures, and the broader issue of accountability. We debate whether the response should come from the church or the government, and the moral obligations of religious institutions in addressing past wrongs. The conversation also delves into the spiritual and ethical dimensions of reconciling such painful histories, questioning the priorities of religious organizations.
00:00 Introduction to the Topic
00:54 Historical Context of Canadian Indigenous Residential Schools
01:22 Spiritual vs. Civil Rights Debate
01:52 Reparations and Responsibility
03:29 The Church's Role and Accountability
05:51 Personal Reflections and Struggles
07:46 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
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