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Good Shepherd remembers St. Francis of Assisi on the first Sunday in
October with a special blessing of our pets.
Many of the stories that surround the life of St. Francis, known as the patron
saint of animals, deal with his love for all creatures. One of the many legends
that exemplify his devotion to nature includes the following passage, spoken on
a country road with the surrounding trees filled with birds drawn to the sound of
his voice.
My sister birds, you owe much to God, and you must always and in
everyplace give praise to Him; for He has given you freedom to
wing through the sky and He has clothed you... you neither sow nor
reap, and God feeds you and gives you rivers and fountains for your
thirst, and mountains and valleys for shelter, and tall trees for your
nests. And although you neither know how to spin or weave, God
dresses you and your children, for the Creator loves you greatly and
He blesses you abundantly. Therefore... always seek to praise God.
Join us for our annual Blessing of the Animals on Sunday,
October 7, 2012, at 4:00 p.m. Please bring your pet, leased or
crated to our courtyard for a blessing. Treats will be provided for
pets and people, too!
October with a special blessing of our pets.
Many of the stories that surround the life of St. Francis, known as the patron
saint of animals, deal with his love for all creatures. One of the many legends
that exemplify his devotion to nature includes the following passage, spoken on
a country road with the surrounding trees filled with birds drawn to the sound of
his voice.
My sister birds, you owe much to God, and you must always and in
everyplace give praise to Him; for He has given you freedom to
wing through the sky and He has clothed you... you neither sow nor
reap, and God feeds you and gives you rivers and fountains for your
thirst, and mountains and valleys for shelter, and tall trees for your
nests. And although you neither know how to spin or weave, God
dresses you and your children, for the Creator loves you greatly and
He blesses you abundantly. Therefore... always seek to praise God.
Join us for our annual Blessing of the Animals on Sunday,
October 7, 2012, at 4:00 p.m. Please bring your pet, leased or
crated to our courtyard for a blessing. Treats will be provided for
pets and people, too!
| From dogs to frogs, all pets receive a blessing at Good Shepherd! |
| Paws on the Path... Walk the labyrinth with your pet immediately following the Blessing of the Animals. Walking the labyrinth together celebrates two entities moving as one – a partnership. We will have a Labyrinth Facilitator on hand to offer guidance for walking with your animal friend. |
