On Monday, July 14, 2012, members of St. Patrick church and a number of
visitors to our parish came together to worship and celebrate a meal in
honor of the feast day of Kateri Tekakwitha. Our own Kateri Circle
sponsored this event and Sister Adelangela Paita coordinated the
liturgy which resulted in a grand celebration for our parish.
After
celebration of Holy Mass, all in attendance processed to the shrine on
the grounds where Father Vernon Huguley blessed the Eagle, a statue
which helps to now complete the Kateri Shrine. Charlene Tuckaleechee
Story, Chief of the Northeast Cherokee of Alabama, provided a brief
summary of the medicine wheel which was placed near the shrine during
last year's celebration.
Members of the organization provided food
such as home made corn bread, fresh berries and corn on the cob for all
to enjoy. St. Joseph's Hall was filled with Native American music as
those in attendance enjoyed fellowship and a great meal. At the end of
the meal, Sr. Adelangela presented Chief Story and Father Vernon special
tokens of appreciation, hand made shawls.
Thanks to all who attended to make this such a memorable occasion. For more photos, please visit our photo gallery page.
