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Churches mark Saint Francis feast with pet blessings

Original: Washington Post. . Every year, churches around the world honor the feast of Saint Francis, the patron saint of animals, with a blessing for people’s pets. During the ceremony, religious leaders typically say a short prayer and then sprinkle the animals with holy

Churches around the world are observing the feast of Saint Francis of Assisi, the patron saint of animals, with ceremonies blessing people's pets. During the services, religious leaders typically offer a short prayer and sprinkle the animals with holy water. The tradition draws pet owners to churches each year around the feast day.

Why now: The feast of Saint Francis is being celebrated, prompting churches worldwide to hold their annual pet blessing ceremonies.

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• Washington Post. . Every year, churches around the world honor the feast of Saint Francis, the patron saint of animals, with a blessing for people’s pets. During the ceremony, religious leaders typically say a short prayer and then sprinkle the animals with holy · facebook.com

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