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Lancaster County families bring pets to church for blessing
Original: Lancaster County families bring pets to church to receive special blessing
Families in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania took their pets to church to receive a special blessing, in a service welcoming animals alongside their owners. Such blessings, often held around the feast of St. Francis of Assisi, are a longstanding tradition in many congregations. The event drew attention for its warm, community-focused atmosphere and the sight of dogs, cats and other animals inside the church.
Why now: The heartwarming pet blessing service is drawing local interest as congregations hold traditional animal blessings this season.
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