Pet Blessings
Many congregations recognize the Feast of St. Francis by offering some form of blessing of the animals. Here's a collection of resources from across the Episcopal Church.
Pet Blessing Resources by Carol Barnwell, community partnership ideas along with a sample liturgy and certificate. Both the liturgy and the certificate are available in English and Spanish.
ECF Vital Posts:
Episcopal Relief and Development:
Abundant Life Garden Project: St. Francis Day Blessing of the Animals
The Episcopal Church:
Prayers Suitable for Use in Church or Other Gatherings for Beloved Animals
This Text This Week:
St. Francis Day/ Blessing of Animals
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