For Indigenous communities around the world, "land, water and food are not mere commodities, but the very basis of life and of these peoples' bond with nature," Pope Francis said.

The Second Annual Ȟaȟá Wakpádaŋ Water Blessing was held Monday morning on Indigenous Peoples' Day to honor Ȟaȟá Wakpádaŋ, the Dakota name for Bassett Creek.