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Old North Church in Boston blesses the animals
Original: Boston 25 News. . Old North Church in Boston held its blessing of the animals on Sunday.
Historic Old North Church in Boston held its annual blessing of the animals on Sunday, welcoming pets and their owners for the traditional ceremony. The event, a custom honoring St. Francis of Assisi's feast day tradition, draws local families with their dogs, cats and other animals to the landmark church.
Why now: The charming annual tradition draws local attention and warm reactions each fall.
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