Blessing of the Pets

Join us Sunday afternoon, October 3, at 3:00 p.m. for the St. Francis Blessing of the Pets. During a brief worship service, each pet will receive a blessing and St. Francis medallion to hang from its collar. Cookies and lemonade will follow.

St. Francis of Assisi is remembered for his love of all God's creatures. His commemoration day is celebrated on October 4, and on the closest Sunday many churches hold a Blessing of the Animals or Blessing of the Pets. The love we share with our pets is indeed a blessing, and the experience of living with pets, service animals, and farm animals can help draw us into a better understanding of the circle of life and the wonder of creation--all gifts of our gracious Creator God.