advanced: become a sand storyteller
Our six-session cohort experience will empower you to bring "The Lie that Caused Racism" stories to your congregation, school, or organization.
You'll learn our unique sand storytelling approach, develop a customized plan for your context, and join a supportive community of fellow storytellers committed to truth-telling through the lens of faith.
Cost is $400 with scholarships available
Next series runs Jan 8 - Feb 12, 2026. and meets 11am - 1pm Central Time
What you’ll Experience
You'll learn our unique sand storytelling approach, develop a customized plan for your context, and join a supportive community of fellow storytellers committed to truth-telling through the lens of faith. Trainings take place over zoom unless noted, but can be arranged in conjunction with pilgrimages to historic places.
Inhabit the Core Story
Learn the six-part narrative of "The Lie that Caused Racism," which traces how racism developed historically and continues to impact our world today.
Develop Storytelling Skills
Practice telling stories using our Montessori-inspired approach, with personalized feedback from experienced facilitators.
Create a Customized Plan
Design a program specifically for your community's context, considering age ranges, session formats, and community readiness.
Connect History to Faith
Explore the theological foundations that ground this work, focusing on God's dream that we would love each other equally.
Build Community Support
Learn strategies for engaging leadership, parents, and potential skeptics in ways that build enthusiasm rather than resistance.
Receive Ongoing Support
Join our growing network of storytellers who continue to share resources and insights long after the formal training ends.
Who is this for?
Christian Formation Leaders seeking faithful approaches to addressing racism with all ages
Clergy looking for ways to engage their congregation in challenging conversations
Educators in faith-based settings wanting to integrate antiracism work with religious formation
Community Leaders connected to faith communities who want to bridge division through storytelling