Welcoming Sacred Relics to Tsuut’ina Nation

Be part of history as Tsuut’ina Nation hosts the Canadian tour of the First Class Relics of Saint Kateri Tekakwitha—the first canonized Indigenous woman in North America—and the Jesuit Missionary Martyrs. 

​Date & Time: Sunday, Jan 5, 10 am–2 pm
Location: Seven Chiefs Sportsplex & Jim Starlight Centre, Tsuut’ina Nation (19 Bullhead Rd, Priddis, AB) - Direction

The day begins at 10 am with a Traditional Ceremonial Welcome of the Relics, followed by the Holy Mass celebrated by Bishop William T. McGrattan. All are welcome—Catholics and non-Catholics alike!

​Schedule of Events

• 9:30 am – Doors open to the public.
• 10:00 am – Traditional Ceremonial Welcome of the Sacred Relics, followed by the Mass of the Epiphany of the Lord celebrated by Bishop William T. McGrattan.
• 12:00 pm – Jesuit Program for the National Relic Tour, including:
  • Preached meditation on the significance of the relics and history of the saints.
  • Private/personal veneration of the relics.
  • Interpretative and educational exhibits featuring:
    • History of early relations between Indigenous peoples and Catholic missionaries.
    • Local history of the Diocese of Calgary and Southern Alberta First Nations.
    • Indigenous Catholics with open Causes for Canonization.
    • Cultural displays and memorabilia from the 2022 Papal Visit to Canada.
• 2:00 pm – Closing prayers and final blessing with the relic of St. Kateri Tekakwitha.
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*Coffee will be made available following the Mass
*The concession of the Sportsplex is open to purchase food

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Read the invitation from Tsuut'ina Nation & Bishop McGrattan

To our Tsuut ina families, friends and neighbours-all are welcome,

On the momentous occasion of the Canadian tour of the First Class Relics of Saint Kateri Tekakwitha-the Catholic Church's first canonized Indigenous woman in North America and those of the first Jesuit Missionary Martyrs, the Tsuut'ina Nation is pleased to collaborate with the Roman Catholic Diocese of Calgary and the Jesuits of Canada to host a special event on the Traditional Lands of the Tsuut'ina People.

Sunday, January 5, 2025 will be a unique start to the new year by Tsuut'ina in becoming the leading First Nation in Canada to welcome these historic relics, sacred to many Roman Catholics and non-Catholics alike. Hosted at the Seven Chiefs Sportsplex and Jim Starlight Centre, all will be welcome, including neighbours from the City of Calgary and beyond, to participate in a Catholic Mass celebrated by Bishop William T. McGrattan, as well as the formal reception of the relics through Traditional Ceremony and Prayer.
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This celebration hopes to foster the ongoing efforts at Reconciliation desired by Indigenous and non-indigenous peoples, especially by showcasing the unique expression of Catholic faith which has developed over the centuries for First Nations Catholics in Canada.

Please join us at 10:00am to 2:00 pm, Sunday January 5, 2025.

For additional information, please visit: http://martyrs-shrine.com/relic-tour/

XÀKUJÁGHÁ Minor Chief Regena Crowchild
Most Rev. William T. McGrattan, Bishop of Calgary

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​Don’t miss this opportunity to witness history and faith in action. All are welcome!