#st. kateri

[lilaccatholic]

Happy feast St. Kateri sorry none of the priests are going to pronounce your name correctly at Mass today we love you

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Saint Kateri Tekawitha 1656-1680 Feast Day: July 14 Patroness: Ecologists, Native Americans

Saint Kateri Tekakwitha, known as Lily of the Mohawks was an Algonquin–Mohawk virgin. Born in Auriesville (now part of New York), she was orphaned during a smallpox epidemic, which left her with a scarred face and impaired eyesight. In 1676 she was converted and baptized by Father Jacques de Lamberville, a Jesuit missionary. Shunned by her tribe for her faith, she escaped through 200 miles of wilderness to the Christian Native American village of Sault-Sainte-Marie. Kateri was known for her spirituality and austere lifestyle. Various miracles and supernatural events are attributed to her intercession.

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SAINT OF THE DAY (July 14)

On July 14, the Church celebrates the feast day of St. Kateri Tekakwitha, the first Native American to be canonized.

Known as the "Lily of the Mohawks," Kateri lived a life of holiness and virtue, despite obstacles and opposition within her tribe.

Kateri was born in 1656 in Auriesville, New York, to a Christian Algonquin woman and a pagan Mohawk chief.

When she was a child, a smallpox epidemic attacked her tribe, and both her parents died.

She was left with permanent scars on her face and impaired eyesight.

Her uncle, who had now become chief of the tribe, adopted her. Her aunts then began planning her marriage while she was still very young.

When three Jesuit fathers were visiting the tribe in 1667 and staying in the tent of her uncle, they spoke to her of Christ.

Though she did not ask to be baptized, she believed in Jesus with an incredible intensity.

She also realized that she was called into an intimate union with God as a consecrated virgin.

Kateri had to struggle to maintain her faith amidst the opposition of her tribe who ridiculed her for it and ostracized her for refusing the marriage that had been planned for her.

When she was 18, Fr. Jacques de Lamberville returned to the Mohawk village, and she asked to be baptized.

Life at the Mohawk village had become violent, and debauchery was commonplace.

Realizing that this was proving too dangerous to her life and her call to perpetual virginity, Kateri escaped to the town of Caughnawaga in Quebec, near Montreal, where she grew in holiness and devotion to the Blessed Sacrament.

Kateri lived out the last years of her short life here, practicing austere penance and constant prayer.

She was said to have reached the highest levels of mystical union with God, and many miracles were attributed to her while she was still alive.

She died on 17 April 1680 at the age of 24.

Witnesses reported that within minutes of her death, the scars from smallpox completely vanished and her face shone with radiant beauty.

Devotion to Kateri began immediately after her death. Her body, enshrined in Caughnawaga, is visited by many pilgrims each year.

She was beatified by Pope John Paul II on 22 June 1980. She was canonized by Pope Benedict XVI on 21 October 2012.

Because of Tekakwitha's unique path to chastity, she is often referred to as a lily, a traditional symbol of purity.

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About St Joan of Arc

About St Kateri Tekakwitha

Post-Schism Saints Round 2 Winners/Round 3 Bracket

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St Kateri Tekakwitha of the Iroquois, patron saint of the environment and ecology and the first Native American to be canonised. Statue outside the Cathedral Basilica of St Francis de Assisi, Santa Fe, New Mexico.

[thebirdandhersong]

When I was planning out Kat's character and family for the Fittes fic, I was originally going to have her full name be Kateri (a name and backstory I personally love) but had to make some changes because of a certain plot detail that resulted in her family being Eastern Orthodox instead of Roman Catholic, resulting in her full name being Katherine (after St. Katherine of Alexandria) Piama (after St. Piama of Egypt) Godwin. But the month where her name was Kateri felt pretty good and natural too

[willydynomite]

Beauty in the eye of the beholder ♥️.. The Cathedral Basilica of St. Francis of Assisi, Santa Fe, NM

[iopanic]

St. Kateri Tekakwitha

St. Kateri Tekakwitha, also known as the "Lily of the Mohawks," was born in 1656 in the Mohawk village of Ossernenon, which is near present-day Auriesville, New York. She is the first Native American woman to be canonized by the Roman Catholic Church.

Early Life

Kateri's birth name was Tekakwitha, which means "She who bumps into things." Her mother was an Algonquin Christian, and her father was a Mohawk chief. When Kateri was around four years old, her village was struck by a smallpox epidemic, which claimed the lives of her parents and younger brother. Kateri survived but was left with severe scars on her face and impaired eyesight.

Conversion and Faith

At the age of 19, Kateri converted to Christianity, taking the name "Kateri" in honor of St. Catherine of Siena. Her conversion was met with hostility from her relatives and the community, but she remained steadfast in her faith. She eventually fled to a Christian Native American village in Kahnawake, near Montreal, where she could practice her faith freely.

Devotion and Lifestyle

Kateri was known for her deep devotion to the Eucharist and her acts of penance. She led a life of prayer, fasting, and severe mortification, which inspired those around her. Despite her fragile health, she worked tirelessly to teach prayers to children and help the sick and elderly in the village.

Death and Legacy

St. Kateri Tekakwitha died on April 17, 1680, at the age of 24. It is said that her scars vanished upon her death, and her face became radiantly beautiful. Her final words were reported to be "Jesus, I love you."

Canonization

Kateri was beatified by Pope John Paul II in 1980 and canonized by Pope Benedict XVI on October 21, 2012. She is celebrated as the patron saint of the environment, ecology, and Indigenous peoples.

Patronage and Feast Day

St. Kateri is venerated as the patron saint of the environment and ecology due to her deep connection with nature and her respectful treatment of all creation. Her feast day is celebrated on July 14 in the United States and Canada.

Influence and Inspiration

St. Kateri's life continues to inspire many people around the world, particularly Indigenous communities and those who work for environmental conservation. Her story is a testament to the strength of faith, the importance of cultural heritage, and the need to live harmoniously with nature.

How can I honor St. Kateri?

Honoring St. Kateri Tekakwitha can be a meaningful and fulfilling way to deepen your spiritual life and commitment to environmental stewardship. Here are several ways you can honor her:

Prayer and Devotion

Pray to St. Kateri: Recite prayers dedicated to her, such as the one mentioned earlier. You can also ask for her intercession in your prayers for environmental causes, personal needs, or the well-being of Indigenous peoples.

Celebrate Her Feast Day: On July 14 (in the United States and Canada), participate in Mass or a special prayer service in her honor. This is a great day to reflect on her life and virtues.

Create a Prayer Space: Set up a small altar or prayer space in your home with an image or statue of St. Kateri. Include items that represent nature, such as flowers, leaves, or stones, to remind you of her connection to the environment.

Environmental Stewardship

Participate in Environmental Activities: Get involved in local clean-up efforts, tree planting, or conservation projects. Dedicate your efforts to St. Kateri and her example of caring for creation.

Adopt Sustainable Practices: Make conscious choices to reduce waste, recycle, and conserve energy and water in your daily life. These small acts can collectively make a significant impact on the environment.

Support Environmental Organizations: Donate to or volunteer with organizations that work to protect the environment and promote sustainable living, especially those that also support Indigenous communities.

Cultural and Educational Efforts

Learn About Indigenous Cultures: Educate yourself about the history, culture, and contemporary issues of Indigenous peoples. Reading books, watching documentaries, and attending cultural events can deepen your understanding and appreciation.

Support Indigenous Communities: Purchase goods from Indigenous artisans, support Indigenous-led initiatives, and advocate for the rights and recognition of Indigenous peoples.

Teach Others: Share St. Kateri's story and her message of environmental stewardship with others. This can be done through social media, community presentations, or informal conversations.

Personal Reflection and Growth

Live Simply: Emulate St. Kateri's simple and humble lifestyle by focusing on what is essential and reducing excess in your life. This can help you grow spiritually and live in greater harmony with the environment.

Spend Time in Nature: Take time to appreciate and connect with the natural world. Go for walks, hike, or simply sit in a park, reflecting on the beauty of creation and how you can protect it.

Practice Gratitude: Regularly express gratitude for the gifts of nature and the environment. Keeping a gratitude journal focused on these blessings can help foster a deeper connection to the natural world.

By incorporating these practices into your life, you can honor St. Kateri Tekakwitha and carry forward her legacy of faith, simplicity, and care for creation.

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“Five Saints Saga”

The story follows Pietro, with no memory of his past, washes ashore where he is taken in by a group of unique individuals blessed with elemental powers and supernatural abilities. He meets James and John, the lively pranksters, Miss M, the astute debater, Cecilia, the reserved and insightful "flower," Kateri, the serious older sister, Maria, the witty illiterate, and Anna Wang, the introverted Chinese girl with limited speech. Adopted by Lorenzo and Marina, a devoted Asian couple, Pietro begins his journey with this eclectic group.

Adopted by Lorenzo and Marina, an Asian couple with strong parental instincts, Pietro embarks on a journey with The group. During a late night walk, one of the Black Seven, Elvire Sven, abducts Anna for sinister intentions. Vira Tsavf, leader of the Black Seven, harbors secret aspirations to rule over the Five Flags. Amidst their quest, the group experiences sporadic moments of "consciousness blackouts," hinting at their forgotten pasts. The prophecy foretells that the Five Saints will overthrow the Black Seven, and light shall prevail against the darkness. As the prophecy unfolds, Pietro and the others prepare to face the formidable Black Seven, all while uncovering their lost memories. In the gripping narrative, Lady Cecilia foresees the emergence of the nine new heroes who will be christened *The Five Saints*. Armed with elemental powers reflective of their individual personalities, they embark on a mission to rescue Anna Wang, dethrone the Black Seven, and establish a base of operations from which to wage a war against the forces of darkness. The question looms. Can Pietro and his companions harness the power of light to overthrow the shadow looming over their world?

[janusfranc15]

Interesting! The indigenous saints are especially so. I hadn’t known about them until now.

Saints and Ecological Spirituality

The following list consists of saints and other prominent Catholics who are associated with nature or herbalism on some level. May be expanded upon in the future.

St. Francis of Assisi, patron of animals and nature, known for his liturgical chant “Canticle of the Sun,” starting the Franciscan Order, and for utilizing nature in his preaching, Italy

St. Kateri Tekakwitha, patroness of ecology, known for her devout faith in Jesus; would make crosses through out the woods she walked in to remember to pray, Mohawk-Iroquois 

Servant of God Nicholas Black Elk, catechist and preacher, associated with indigenous Catholic worship and decolonization, Oglala Lakota

St. Fiacre, patron of gardening, a monk sought after by his community for his skills with herbs and healing, Ireland

St. Hildegard of Bingen, Benedictine nun and mystic, prolific writer of many subjects including herbal medicine and sought after for political advice, Germany

Servant of God Dorothy Day, activist and humanitarian, known for jump-starting Catholic social justice activism for many concerns including ecology, United States

St. Bibiana, virgin martyr who was persecuted along with her family during the Early Church, her grave was said to miraculously spring up herbs that cured ailments like hangovers and headaches, Rome

St. Martin de Porres, the first Black Dominican member originally apprenticed under a barber, and as a result also learned how to use healing herbs. He left the trade to become a monk and used his healing training to help the poor and service his brothers, Peru

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Patron saints for US election aftermath

Below are some saints I humbly recommend to pray to as the United States faces this new and challenging era after the results of our recent election. Those that use prayer for intercession may find comfort in learning more about the saints below, and building a communication with them.

Social justice — St. Martín de Porres Poverty — St. Francis of Assisi Women — St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Immigrants — St. Frances Xavier Cabrini Racial justice — St. Katharine Drexel Ecology and environment — St. Kateri Tekakwitha (the first Indigenous American saint) Education/teachers — St. John Baptist de La Salle

If you'd like, I have included some notes and extras below —

Please if you can, take some time to learn about St. Martín de Porres! His soul is beautiful and his work was absolutely selfless as he cared for others in the face of social abuse and adversity. He really is someone to aspire to be like.

I nominate St. Elizabeth Ann Seton in this particular instance as it's difficult to pin down a definitive patron saint of women (all of my cross-references didn't produce a strong label on any one saint; many were for mothers or some other aspect attributed to womanhood, so there are many options). But St. Elizabeth was the first American-born citizen to be canonized as a saint, and in her life she started a Catholic school for girls. She is most known for founding of the Sisters of Charity of Saint Joseph’s, the first religious order in America who contributed significant humanitarian work. In the wake of the US election results, I think she is an apt choice for connecting with for intercession.

I'm a biased St. Joan D'Arc follower, but hear me out. She was the crux of saving her home country from the very literal brink of being lost to Britain in a war that spanned a century. She rallied the last skeleton crew of the remaining French monarchal power that had all but been defeated already, and helped to take their name and land back from the English. I will be continuing to pray to her regularly to help find ways to fight for our freedom and remain courageous. I encourage others to do the same if you pray to her, or would like to start.

While I wish I had a suggestion for a saint to pray to for the LGBTQIA+ community, as they are adopted through history (St. Sebastian) or are not strictly official. But there are some interesting perspectives to find online, I just couldn't find a saint I could comfortably name with my whole chest for this particular group. I was intrigued by some responses on this Quora thread on the matter in question.

As always, these are only suggestions based on my imperfect research, as I am still newly navigating my reclaimed faith. If you have other patrons to recommend, please add them in a reblog so that others may learn about them.

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more lists of patron saints — Patron Saints for your problems • Patron Saints for World Mental Health Day

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SAINT OF THE DAY (July 14)

On July 14, the Church celebrates the feast day of St. Kateri Tekakwitha, the first Native American to be canonized.

Known as the "Lily of the Mohawks," Kateri lived a life of holiness and virtue, despite obstacles and opposition within her tribe.

Kateri was born in 1656 to a Christian Algonquin woman and a pagan Mohawk chief in Auriesville, New York.

When she was a child, a smallpox epidemic attacked her tribe and both her parents died. She was left with permanent scars on her face and impaired eyesight.

Her uncle, who had now become chief of the tribe, adopted her. Her aunts began planning her marriage while she was still very young.

In 1667, when three Jesuit fathers were visiting the tribe and staying in the tent of her uncle, they spoke to her of Christ.

Though she did not ask to be baptized, she believed in Jesus with an incredible intensity.

She also realized that she was called into an intimate union with God as a consecrated virgin.

Kateri had to struggle to maintain her faith amidst the opposition of her tribe who ridiculed her for it and ostracized her for refusing the marriage that had been planned for her.

When she was 18, Fr. Jacques de Lamberville returned to the Mohawk village, and she asked to be baptized.

The life of the Mohawk village had become violent and debauchery was commonplace.

Realizing that this was proving too dangerous to her life and her call to perpetual virginity, Kateri escaped to the town of Caughnawaga in Quebec, near Montreal, where she grew in holiness and devotion to the Blessed Sacrament.

Kateri lived out the last years of her short life here, practicing austere penance and constant prayer.

She was said to have reached the highest levels of mystical union with God. Many miracles were attributed to her while she was still alive.

She died on 17 April 1680 at the age of 24.

Witnesses reported that within minutes of her death, the scars from smallpox completely vanished and her face shone with radiant beauty.

Devotion to Kateri began immediately after her death. Her body, enshrined in Caughnawaga, is visited by many pilgrims each year.

She was beatified by Pope John Paul II on 22 June 1980. He was canonized by Pope Benedict XVI on 21 October 2012.

[joanofarcs-stigmata]

novena prayer group roundup!

So October is a big month for prayer-- it's the month of the Holy Rosary, after all! But it is also the month of the International Mental Health Awareness day, and the month for mental health awareness as outlined by the American Catholic Church. Part of this is the Mental Health Novena, a nine day official prayer (10th-18th of October) praying for the intersession of saints and the like ranging from St. Dymphna to St. Thérèse of Lisieux to the Holy Family for the healing and safety of those who are suffering or have loved ones suffering from mental illness. Each day is a different facet of mental health awareness:

Day 1 – Removing Stigmas (St. Dymphna) Day 2 – Families (The Holy Family) Day 3 – Mental Health Ministry (St. John of God) Day 4 – Childhood (St. Thérèse of Lisieux) Day 5 – Youth and Young Adults (St. Kateri Tekakwitha) Day 6 – Effects of Racial Discrimination on Mental Health (St. Martin de Porres) Day 7 – Poverty and Mental Health (St. Teresa of Calcutta) Day 8 – Suicide Awareness (Dorothy Day) Day 9 - Grief (St. Jane Frances de Chantal) & Conclusion (St. John the Evangelist)

Now comes the prayer group roundup: for those interested, I ask that you take time in the morning and before bed to join me and everyone else in praying each day of this novena. Take two moments in your day to think of those of our or our loved ones dealing with mental illness, as well as praying for those who have lost their lives to such a battle. If you plan to participate, I ask you like, or reblog, or comment! The more the merrier. Each day I will be adding a reflection onto a rb of this post with the official prayer for the day. If you would like to add a specific name of a person/etc to be prayed for, please feel free to put them in the comments! I will be updating a list of any left on this post so everyone can see them.

Here is the novena and a detailed explanation for each day:

Thank you, and God bless. Mary, mother of the mentally ill, Joseph, protector of the mentally ill, and Christ's most Sacred Heart, pray for us!

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About St Kateri Tekakwitha

About St Vincent de Paul

[allthecanadianpolitics]

When Cody Diabo recently learned that the bay restoration project on Kateri Tekakwitha Island was near complete, he took his family for a walk there to see its transformation from a dry, rocky shore into a marsh teeming with life. 

The island off of Kahnawà:ke, a Kanien'kéha:ka community south of Montreal, was once a small archipelago of lush, natural islands — but it became a single piece of land after sludge from the river and blasted rock was dumped onto the archipelago by construction crews building the St. Lawrence Seaway about 70 years ago. 

"For the first time coming to the island since I was a little child, I saw corn growing," Diabo, council chief responsible for the environment portfolio at the Mohawk Council of Kahnawà:ke, said at a news conference Wednesday announcing the completion of the nearly decade-long project to restore water flow in the bay and naturalize its surroundings. 

"To be able to see a substance that's dear to Onkwehonwe people and Kanien'kéha people — corn — growing here, where it was essentially barren for a while … that was just a sign that we were doing something really good." [...]

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