*Ø* Blogmanac | Grand Chief Woableza LaBatte badly injured


Thank you to my friend Tonya Maxwell for sending this:

Brothers & Sisters,

As most of you know by now, Sioux spiritual leader Grand Chief Woableza LaBatte of the World Council of Spiritual Elders and spiritual leader of the Manataka American Indian Council was severely beaten on the Choctaw Reservation early Monday morning, July 14.

His Injuries Head: Woableza head injuries are the most severe. During the assault, a piece his skull pierced the brain. A metal plate was sewn into place to stabilize the crack that is about seven inches long and shaped like a flat letter 'L' or 'N' . The wound itself is healing well and the swelling appears to be going down. Headaches are continual and medication is needed to alleviate pain ...

He is not on oxygen, however, an intravenous tube with a variety of anti-inflammatory and other medicines flow through a tube inserted by needle into the back of his left hand ...

His Spirit Chief Woableza is amazing. His countenance and spirit are strong. He smiles often and is continuing his prayers for others in need. We did detect some sadness and a small bit anger deep within, but he is working to resolve these issues with prayer and meditation.

Woableza does not complain - about anything. When the pain becomes unbearable, he does not complain or cry. He has not uttered a single negative word. He has not allowed any anger coming from friends and family to enter his consciousness. He remains humble to his purpose and rejoices at the many blessings he is given. Truly amazing ...

What Can You Do?
1. Pray for the continued healing of our most beloved and respected elder, Grand Chief Woableza.

2. Pray for his family that they may remain strong.

3. Pray for the perpetrators and their families that they may understand the gravity of this horrendous crime against a holy man and take responsibility for their actions ...


Manataka American Indian Council