Blessing of the Animals

This is a cheerfully chaotic event, held annually at St Margaret's on the Sunday closest to October 4.

People bring all kinds of animals to be blessed.

Both human and animal treats are served, personalized certificates are given,
and there is much sniffing, licking, and milling about!

Most of the animals are dogs, but we have also blessed cats,
snakes, hamsters, chickens, horses, and walking sticks
(it was climbing up the wall to the church, so was blessed in transit).

All Creatures and their Special People are Invited to Attend.

The Blessing of the Animals is held annually at St. Margaret's
in honor of the feast day of St. Francis of Assisi,who loved all of God's creatures.

Please arrive ensconced

in your favorite cage

or wearing your finest leash.

Creatures of all religious beliefs are welcome.

Treats provided.

A Blessing Certificate and St. Francis Medal
will be given to each creature who wants one.

Do you and your pet look alike?

Costumes encouraged but not required.