Historically, Indigenous people did not investigate spirituality or faith in academic ways, nor did they build complex theologies. They simply lived what they believed. It was expected that one would live in such a way as to acknowledge and honour their Creator. Many still do just that. For them theology is simply practice!
In the 21st century, however, much has changed. Christian faith, while still deeply embraced by a large number of Indigenous people, has had limited historical involvement by them during its chequered colonial past, in its theological and practical articulation. NAIITS: An Indigenous Learning Community exists, in part, to address this deficiency.
Our work centres on Indigenous engagement with the person, work, life, teaching, death and resurrection of Jesus rooted in Indigenous cultures, values, and histories. Whether in the development of new theologies or in our forums for dialogue and teaching, it is this understanding that we believe still defines our path toward wholeness
