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Corpus Christi, known as Fête-Dieu in Seychelles, is a Christian feast celebrated predominantly by the Roman Catholic community to honor the Holy Eucharist. It falls on the Thursday after Trinity Sunday, typically in late May or early June, and is a public holiday in Seychelles.
The history of Corpus Christi dates back to the 13th century when it was instituted by Pope Urban IV in 1264. The feast was introduced to honor the presence of the body of Christ in the Eucharist following visions experienced by Saint Juliana of Liege. Its observance reflects Seychelles' strong Catholic heritage, stemming from French and later British colonial influences.
On Corpus Christi, Catholics in Seychelles participate in Mass and often take part in processions through local communities. These processions are reverent walks outside of the church building where participants pray and sing hymns while clergy carry the consecrated Host (the Body of Christ), typically housed within a monstrance for public display and veneration.
Churches are adorned with beautiful decorations for the occasion, and altars may be set up along procession routes. Parishioners often decorate their homes with fresh flowers and greenery to mark the day's significance.
People attend church services that include receiving Holy Communion as an expression of their faith. Families gather for meals and spend time together reflecting on their religious beliefs. In some communities within Seychelles, children who have recently received their First Holy Communion may join the procession dressed in their ceremonial attire.
While Corpus Christi primarily has religious connotations, it also provides an opportunity for families to enjoy a day off work and school due to its status as a public holiday in Seychelles.