As Thanksgiving approaches at Life Temple, we often turn to gratitude, reflecting on blessings and the transformative meaning of this season. Yet, alongside our gratitude, it’s important to honor our shared history. For many Native Americans, Thanksgiving is observed as a National Day of Mourning, recognizing both the resilience and the profound losses endured by Indigenous communities over centuries. Acknowledging both gratitude and historical truth helps foster a deeper sense of healing and unity.