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The Blessing of Animals & Pets Welcome to the traditional remembrance of the Feast of Saint Francis of Assisi. St. Francis was an animal lover like most of us. He has long been held as the patron saint of all living creatures and his name invoked in the blessing of pets. If you have ever found yourself talking to your pet or other animals as you take a walk, you are in good company. St. Francis regularly spoke to the animal kingdom, feeling sometimes they were the only ones listening to his message of peace, kindness and God's Love. So it is an appropriate day to ask God's blessing on our beloved friends of the animal kingdom. The blessing takes place in the Nave toward the Choir stairs. A light reception of goodies for the 4-legged and the 2-legged will be held in the Parish Hall. Thank you for joining us in today's celebration. Sponsered by AniMeals. Animeals is the pet food cafe, distributes free pet food and supplies to those who are needy and qualify for food assistance programs. |