Who was Saint Pierre Chanel?

Saint Pierre Chanel was a French Catholic priest and missionary who was martyred in 1841 on the island of Uvea in Wallis and Futuna. He is considered the patron saint of the territory.

When is Saint Pierre Chanel Day?

Saint Pierre Chanel Day is celebrated annually on April 28th in Wallis and Futuna. It is a public holiday in the territory.

How is Saint Pierre Chanel Day celebrated?

Saint Pierre Chanel Day is a religious and cultural holiday in Wallis and Futuna. People attend Mass, pray, and sing hymns in honor of Saint Pierre Chanel. There are also often feasts and other celebrations held throughout the day.

Here are some of the things that people do to celebrate Saint Pierre Chanel Day in Wallis and Futuna:

• Attend Mass
• Pray
• Sing hymns
• Visit Saint Pierre Chanel's shrine
• Have a feast
• Participate in cultural events

Why is Saint Pierre Chanel Day important?

Saint Pierre Chanel Day is an important day for the people of Wallis and Futuna because it is a day to commemorate the life and death of Saint Pierre Chanel. It is also a day to celebrate the Catholic faith and the culture of Wallis and Futuna.

Here are some additional facts about Saint Pierre Chanel Day:

• Saint Pierre Chanel was canonized by Pope Pius XII in 1954.
• The relics of Saint Pierre Chanel are enshrined in the Cathedral of Saint Louis in Mata'Utu, Wallis.
• Saint Pierre Chanel is considered a martyr for the faith.
• Saint Pierre Chanel Day is a day of prayer and reflection for many people in Wallis and Futuna.