Guest Speaker

Rev. Isaiah "Shaneequa" Brokenleg

Brokenleg, a winkté (Lakota Two-Spirit), uses she/her pronouns and is an enrolled member of the Rosebud Sioux Tribe (Sicangu Nation).  She is an Episcopal priest in the Diocese of South Dakota. She holds a Master of Divinity from Church Divinity School of the Pacific in Berkeley, California, as well as a Master of Public Health from the University of Minnesota.

“Culturally, Two-Spirit people are called to walk in liminal spaces, especially between the masculine and feminine, and between the natural and supernatural,” Brokenleg said. “As we journey toward what comes next for Indigenous Ministry, I see serving as interim missioner not just as a role, but as part of my sacred call as a Two-Spirit person: to hold space, to listen deeply, and to walk with our communities through transition.”

As staff officer for racial reconciliation, Brokenleg has helped facilitate the work of truth-telling about The Episcopal Church regarding race; focused on a vision of becoming Beloved Community; and celebrated Episcopalians engaged in the ministry of racial healing, reconciliation, and justice.

As interim Indigenous missioner, Brokenleg will help maintain continuity in leadership, education, and ministry development opportunities by and for Indigenous people within The Episcopal Church. Indigenous Ministries strives for the full inclusion of Indigenous people in the life and leadership of the church, providing resources, advocacy, networking opportunities, and other support.

FAM Museum Visit
Saturday, August 23 at 11 a.m.

Discover the rich heritage of Indigenous peoples with our Cathedral community, the Oakerhater Guild, and guest preacher The Rev. Isaiah “Shaneequa” Brokenleg. Meet us at FAM, Saturday, August 23 at 11 a.m. — pay your admission at the door and enjoy exhibits, outdoor spaces, and fellowship. Tap the image below to explore the museum and learn more!