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Churches hold blessing of the animals for St. Francis feast day
Original: In Photos: Churches celebrate St. Francis of Assisi with blessing of the animals
Churches are marking the feast day of St. Francis of Assisi with traditional blessings of animals, and photo galleries show pets and other creatures brought to services for the ritual. The practice honours the 13th-century saint known for his love of animals and nature, and congregations across different denominations take part each October.
Why now: The feast day of St. Francis of Assisi falls in early October, prompting the annual blessing ceremonies.
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