Four Winds American Indian Council — Local services in Denver

So far, so good on Lakota Way Healing Center in Four Winds American Indian Council. It is important to remember that the preservation of Lakota culture has a special value, not just from a historical perspective, but in terms of human wisdom and the representation of spiritual culture connected with Mother Earth. Director, Doug Good Feather is legitimate; he is also a two tour Iraq veteran and is very sincere about Lakota spiritual expression and has a grounded sense of healing from an indigenous perspective and that translates to modern times. To understand some of the review comments - consider that many people didn't write, but just put stars, as it can be difficult to explain the harmony and meanings of this Lakota cultural expression. Also, it is necessary to remember that American Indians of the plains lost the buffalo herds that were central to their migratory life-way due to the expansion of European White settlers. It is very difficult to explain the depth of the impact of being moved to reservations and being cutoff from the buffalo herds. The Lakota are among the most well developed tribal backgrounds and have much to teach modern society and individuals. Still, there is a defensiveness present due to the harrowing history of the interaction of cultures that one should understand. Additionally, the Lakota are a warrior culture with a sacred sense of the meaning of courage. Fortunately, respect provides a bridge and understanding provides a language and it is possible to learn much from the Lakota about Earth,...

I have stayed there last year when Colorado had one of its bad snow storms. The lady who runs this church is one of the nicest lady's I've ever met in my life time. Thank you for helping all those who have been in need and that are still in need. I would like to somethings about the Four Winds Church. This church is based on the Lakota heritage but if you some percent of native then all means you are welcome here but anybody is welcome here as long as you are good sprites and good hearted. There use to be food bank here on Thursdays if I'm right,clothing to if I remember right. The women who is very family orientated and has a very giving heart specially to those who want a better life for themselves. One last thing the Four Winds is the Lakota and I think other tribes come to say good bye to there love ones and maybe even bring 2 people together in marriage. To me it will always be a spiritual...

I dont know where to start to express my gratitude to Doug Goodfeather and Mateo at a crucial time in need. I was referred to Doug by a beautiful woman Madonna at the Denver Indian Center. My auntie had passed & never knowing or having any experience of making arrangements for my loved one who was a mother figure, Doug didn't hesitate to offer his support, assistance to give my auntie a traditional Lakota service. Some things are vague, but I am so thankful and grateful for Doug, Mateo at Four Winds. From my heart to Doug, Mateo and Four Winds, thank you. Thank...