Angela currently serves as a eucharistic minister where she actively helps to translate text and services. Both Isidore and Angela are deeply rooted in their spirituality.

Isidore’s role in the annual yurarpak, or potlatch ceremonies, is that of the chief. As a community, they coordinate with their sister community Stebbins, as well as the nearby communities of Emmonak, St. Mary’s and Mountain Village to decide dates for the events and other logistics.

He has both a knowledge of historical yuraq songs and dances and has a talent for composing them. Angela’s supporting role in the community is invaluable. She helps with the voluminous tasks that come with preparing for dance ceremonies and helps with dance choreography and regalia to bring the songs to life. Her sharp memory serves as a database for remembering song composers and other historical data.

Through their work, they have ensured that our culture of song and dance will live on through the drums of our ancestors.