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Churches bless animals for St. Francis of Assisi feast day
Original: In Photos: Churches celebrate St. Francis of Assisi with blessing of the animals
Churches around the world marked the feast day of St. Francis of Assisi with traditional blessings of the animals, with photo galleries showing pets brought to services for the ritual. The observance honours the 13th-century saint known for his love of animals and nature, a custom that continues to draw crowds of pet owners each October.
Why now: The feast day of St. Francis of Assisi falls in early October, when animal blessings are traditionally held.
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