Blessing of the Animals

The Blessing of the Animals is an opportunity for people to have their animal friends given a prayer of blessing for their well-being over the coming year. Its origin within the Christian tradition is through the ministry of Francis of Assisi, in medieval Italy. St. Francis enjoyed a special relationship with nature, all animals, and God's creation.

Our Minister will offer a few simple prayers at a station where anyone can bring up their animal to receive a blessing.

All are invited to receive a blessing, regardless of the owner's faith tradition.