My name is Deacon Roy Callison. I was born in Oklahoma and have spent most of my life here. I belong to the Wolf Clan of the Cherokee and am a member of the Cherokee Nation of Oklahoma. I am also a member of Redbird Ceremonial Stomp Dance Ground where I served as Keeper of the Sacred Fire for several years. The Redbird ground is the oldest Cherokee ceremonial dance ground in the Cherokee Nation. It was established not long after my people came to Oklahoma on the Trail Of Tears. I was ordained a deacon in the diocese of Tulsa, Oklahoma in 2007. Shortly after ordination I was appointed as Director of Native American Ministry for the diocese. My wife Susan and I now live in the Archdiocese of Oklahoma City. Just recently Archbishop Coakley appointed me as Coordinator of Native American Catholic Outreach for the Archdiocese. Please pray for the success of this new Outreach and for me and my wife, Susan.
