Zion Episcopal Church・North Branford, CT
About Zion
Zion Episcopal Church is a worshiping community in North Branford, CT dedicated to growing as disciples of Jesus Christ and sharing the Good News through joyful worship, engaging study, participation in outreach, and in our daily lives.
We are blessed with a beautiful worship space and 6 acres of open space in the center of town.
We believe that every human being is a beloved child of God. The Zion community welcomes all who seek the healing love of Christ regardless of age, sex, race, ethnicity, nationality, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or socio-economic status.
We also have the option for people to view the service on Facebook Live.
On Sunday, May 4th, our morning prayer worship will honor the observance of Red Dress Day, a day when we remember and pray for indigenous women, children and others who have been murdered or gone missing and whose cases have not been taken seriously.
What is Red Dress Day?
Every year, communities across the globe participate in a special day of awareness that paints the town red - not with roses or festive decorations, but with a deeper symbol of unity and remembrance. Red Dress Day, May 5th, a day dedicated to honoring the memory of missing and murdered Indigenous women, is a stark reminder of the ongoing issues surrounding gender-based violence. In this article, we delve into the history, importance, and activities associated with Red Dress Day, shedding light on the powerful symbolism of the red dress in Canada and Red Dress Day, also known as the National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls, is an annual event observed in many parts of the world, particularly in Canada. Established to honor and remember the Indigenous women and girls who have been murdered or have gone missing, this day serves as a stark reminder of the systemic violence and discrimination they face. The red dress symbolizes the missing and murdered Indigenous women, and the color red was chosen as it is believed to be the only color spirits can see. Hence, it is used as a call to the spirits of these women to return home. The day is marked by individuals and institutions displaying red dresses in public spaces, creating a visual reminder of the Indigenous women who are no longer present.
Why is Zion remembering Red Dress Day?
Learn the history of Red Dress Day where Indigenous Peoples of Turtle Island (North America) remember and honor the murdered and missing women and girls of their tribal nations. The Journey of Discovery with Indigenous Peoples Ministry Network of ECCT will provide liturgical materials and resources for worshiping communities to use in their own gathering places to mark the day. In pursuance of Resolution 4, adopted by the Episcopal Church in Connecticut at its Annual Convention 2024:
Resolved, That the 240th Annual Convention of the Episcopal Diocese of Connecticut recognize May 5th of each calendar year as Red Dress Day: Remembering Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls; and be it further
Resolved, That the 240th Annual Convention of the Episcopal Diocese of Connecticut encourage its worshiping communities to commemorate missing and murdered Indigenous Women and Girls; and be it further Resolved, That the 240th Annual Convention of the Episcopal Diocese of Connecticut invite the Journey of Discovery with Indigenous Peoples Ministry Network to create and provide Red Dress Day liturgical resources, as approved by the Bishops as needed, for worshiping communities to use in their principal service(s) nearest to May 5th. (From the Episcopal Church of Connecticut)
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