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Episcopal churches bless animals for St. Francis feast day
Original: Episcopal churches bless animals on St. Francis of Assisi’s feast day
Episcopal churches are holding blessings of animals to mark the feast day of St. Francis of Assisi, the 13th-century saint known for his love of animals and nature. The annual tradition sees pet owners bring dogs, cats and other animals to church services to receive blessings, and it continues to draw attention each October.
Why now: The annual feast day of St. Francis of Assisi has arrived, prompting churches to hold their traditional animal blessing services.
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- Episcopal churches bless animals on St. Francis of Assisi’s feast day · Episcopal News Service
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