Archdiocese of Vancouver to celebrate canonization of Kateri Tekakwitha on 28 October 2012

Thursday, September 20, 2012

kateri_1The Archdiocese of Vancouver is preparing to mark the canonization of Blessed Kateri Tekakwitha with a celebration on 28 October at Holy Rosary Cathedral. The celebration will begin with a procession of First Nations members, followed by Mass at 2:30 pm presided by Archbishop J. Michael Miller, C.S.B. A painting of Blessed Kateri and a relic of her will be on display during Mass. Following the Mass there will be veneration of Saint Kateri which will include First Nations singers and drummers.