Father Pandosy: A Complicated Priest in the Okanagan

Born near Marseilles, France in1824, Father Pandosy is described as 6 foot 3, outspoken, musical and dedicated to his calling. He grew up immersed in the Roman Catholic religion and became an Oblate missionary as a young man. Throughout his ministry, he made friends and enemies amongst both European and Indigenous peoples. Watch this animation to learn about his life in the Okanagan. The syilx Perspectives video Weaving New Strands    • Weaving New Strands   provides another view of Father Pandosy and the Mission.