Navajoland Convocation 2025

June 6th & 7th, 2025

Good Shepherd Mission

Fort. Defiance, Arizona

June 6 & 7 | Good Shepherd Mission, Fort Defiance, Arizona

This year, we are introducing a new approach to our Diocesan Convocation/Convention by dividing it into two distinct gatherings, each with its own purpose and significance. The first meeting, scheduled for June, will be a business-only session specifically for Navajoland elected leaders. This will be a focused time to address essential matters such as elections, canonical changes, and proposed resolutions—much like how we traditionally gather in the spring and summer to tend to business, farming, livestock, and gathering herbs.

The second convocation, which will take place later in the year, will be open to all guests and serve as a celebratory gathering. Reflecting our traditional winter practices of coming together in a “Hooghan nímazí” (round earthen house), this gathering will focus on community togetherness, sharing teachings, celebrating achievements, and offering prayer songs. It will be a time for reflection, learning, and honoring our shared traditions.

In this way, we aim to blend our cultural practices with the church’s mission, creating a space for both business and celebration at different times of the year.

The convocation agenda, proposed resolutions, nominations, and lodging information will be available at a later date. The business meeting in June will be recorded and livestreamed for your convenience, as will the celebratory gathering later in the year, ensuring all members can participate, whether in person or remotely.