Corpus Christi
Country | Haiti |
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Local Name | Fête-Dieu |
Date | Thursday, 19th June, 2025 |
Type | Public |
Is Global | true |
About Corpus Christi holiday in Haiti
Corpus Christi in Haiti is a significant religious holiday celebrated by the Catholic community, honoring the Body and Blood of Jesus Christ in the Eucharist. Falling on the Thursday after Trinity Sunday (60 days after Easter), it is a day of reverence, processions, and communal worship. In Haiti, where Catholicism is deeply intertwined with cultural traditions, Corpus Christi is marked by vibrant church services, elaborate decorations, and public processions featuring the Blessed Sacrament. Participants often dress in traditional attire, and streets are adorned with flowers and colorful designs. The holiday reflects Haiti's strong spiritual heritage and serves as a unifying event for communities to express their faith and devotion.