Lighted Tipis bring comfort and hope

By Mimi Larsen Staff Writer

A good idea catches on like fire, and the idea of the Lighted Tipis set up by the Sisseton-Wahpeton Oyate inspired more than 60 people to sponsor the event; inspired 58 community members to volunteer to make it a reality, and welcomed more than 600 people to visit during the two weeks the tipis stood sentinel in SWO Memorial Park.

Members of the community came together amongst the beautiful, lighted tipis for many reasons: to offer and gather encouragement; to honor those who’ve died and those currently struggling; to give and to receive counsel, and above all, to pray. On all counts, it was very successful, and a concept likely to catch fire across many tribes, across many states and territories. For more on this story and many more please purchase a copy of the Sisseton Courier on news stands now or purchase a copy of the E-edtion on this website..