

# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Stories of the Snowshoe Priest
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sun, 22 Feb, 2026 at 01:00 pm
- **Event Description**: Join us as we share inspirational stories and teachings of Venerable Frederic Baraga. We hope you will draw inspiration from his life and dedication to his faith, and learn about the Canonization process for sainthood as well as Bishop Baraga’s open cause. Bishop Baraga was the first bishop of the Diocese of Marquette, Michigan where Fr. Nick Thompson was ordained to the priesthood. 

Schedule of Events - February 22, 2026
1:00pm: Welcome and light refreshments

1:15-2:00pm: Presentation: Inspirational stories and teachings of Bishop Baraga

2:00-2:10pm: Break 

2:15-3:00pm: Presentation: What does it take to become a saint? 
A look at the canonization process as well as an update on Bishop Baraga’s Cause

3:00pm: Private blessings offered with Bishop Baraga’s crucifix

Location: St. Thomas More Parish - 2506 Gulf Gate Drive, Sarasota, FL - Spirit Center

There is no charge for this event. Free will offerings are appreciated.

*Please contact the Bishop Baraga Association at 906-227-9117 or lmckeen@bishopbaraga.org to reserve your spot by February 13, 2026.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/gulf-gate-estates/stories-of-the-snowshoe-priest/200029482388407
- **Event Categories**: nonprofit, sports
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 3

## Ticket Details

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## Event venue details

- **city**: Gulf Gate Estates
- **state**: FL
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Saint Thomas More Catholic Church
- **lat**: 27.257434560099
- **long**: -82.511352840814
- **full address**: Saint Thomas More Catholic Church, 2506 Gulf Gate Dr, Sarasota, FL 34231-5731, United States, Gulf Gate Estates

## Event Organizer details

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- **organizer**: Bishop Baraga Association (https://allevents.in/org/bishop-baraga-association/24262714)

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When is the event happening?
  - **A:** Sun, 22 Feb, 2026 at 01:00 pm
- **Q**: Where is the event happening?
  - **A:** Saint Thomas More Catholic Church, 2506 Gulf Gate Dr, Sarasota, FL 34231-5731, United States, Gulf Gate Estates
- **Q**: Who is organizing the event?
  - **A:** Bishop Baraga Association
- **Q**: What type of event is this?
  - **A:** nonprofit, sports
- **Q**: Where can I find ticket details about Stories of the Snowshoe Priest ?
  - **A:** You can find ticket details about this event on AllEvents.

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