About Rick Church: Native American Author

Join Mohican author and Tribal Elder Rick Church as he shares how his writing offers a deeper, more authentic view of Native identity in today’s world while confronting and correcting Hollywood myths about the “Mohican warrior.” A former combat Marine and law enforcement officer with over 26 years of service, Rick brings a unique perspective shaped by a lifetime of dedication, duty, and cultural pride.

This program will be held outdoors at the Mission House, or may be moved indoors in inclement weather. Limited chairs will be available, feel free to bring your own lawn chairs or blankets.

Please note: Public restrooms are not available at this site. The Mission House will be open for self-guided tours following the program. The program is free, but pre-registration is required as space is limited. For questions about accessibility, please reach out to aduquette@thetrustees.org.

The Community Voices Series features members of the Stockbridge-Munsee Community for a lineup of programs that challenge old myths, honor enduring truths, and create space for dialogue, reflection, and learning. Each speaker brings their own lived experiences and cultural knowledge as they share their views on Native identity, history, land stewardship, and language revitalization. Join us for one, a few, or all five.

Saturday, August 16 | 10AM at The Mission House — Rick Church: Native American Author

Saturday, September 13 | 3PM at The Stockbridge Library — Honoring Our Warriors: Stockbridge Mohicans in the Revolutionary War with Major Jo Ann Schedler, U.S. Army (Retired)

Saturday, September 20 | 10AM at The Mission House — Reservation Life Through the Years with Judith Ann Hartley

Saturday, October 4 | 10AM at The Mission House — Gather, Hunt, Protect: Our Connection to Land and Wildlife with Travis Spice

Saturday, October 11 | 10AM at The Mission House — Language of the Stockbridge-Munsee Community with Nikole Pecore and Jeremy Mohawk

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