Listen "Ep. 2. 12: The Trail of Death"
Episode Synopsis
In a moving and sobering episode, Monsignor and Teresa recount the forced removal of the Potawatomi from Indiana to Kansas in 1838, known as the Trail of Death. They honor the heroic witness of Father Benjamin Petit, a young Belgian priest who ministered to the suffering tribe and inspired both DeSmet and St. Rose Philippine Duchesne. The episode explores the broader context of federal Indian policy, Jefferson’s vision of assimilation, and the tragic consequences of displacement. Through it all, the Church’s compassion and commitment to justice shine as a beacon of hope.
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