St. Francis talking to the wolf of Gubbio (Carl Weidemeyer, 1911, public domain image)
Love your pet? Come to St. John’s Church for a special Blessing of the Animals
on Saturday, October 1st during the 5pm worship service on the front lawn of the
church.
The Rev. Kathy McAdams will lead the service that includes a special blessing
for all pets in honor of St. Francis of Assisi, who is associated with the patronage
of animals and the natural environment. Bring your dog, cat, bird, goat or
whomever is your beloved pet (on a leash or in carriers, please). Favorite stuffed
animals and photos of pets are welcome too!
Everyone is invited.
For more information contact St. John’s Episcopal Church at 508-528-2387.