This popular community event returns on Sunday, October 22, at 4 p.m. The brief service and pet blessing will take place out-of-doors (moved to the adjacent social hall in case of rain).
Simply load your dog, cat, bird, turtle … whatever! … into your car and drive to the church parking lot at 5625-24th Street (just south of Fruitridge Road). There will be music and a special message to enjoy while you wait your turn for your pets to receive a personal blessing from Bethany pastor Rev. Jesse Larson. Masks are not required but will be available for your comfort.
If you can’t get your pet into a car, bring a photo!
St Francis of Assisi, the patron saint of animals and the environment, was born in the 12th century. He died October 4, 1226 and was pronounced a saint in 1228.
“Lord, make me an instrument of thy peace. Where there is hatred, let me sow love.” —St. Francis of Assisi
