St. Francis Day Blessing of the Animals.
Join us on October 3rd from 1:30pm to 3:30pm with the ceremony for the animals beginning at 2:00pm.
Bring your cat, dog or favorite loved one to receive a Special Blessing of our Lord from Father Peter in honor of St. Francis of Assisi. Kids can also bring your favorite stuffed animal to receive a blessing as well. Light refreshments will be offered. Bring your cat, dog or favorite loved one to receive a Special Blessing of our Lord from Father Peter in honor of St. Francis of Assisi. Kids can also bring your favorite stuffed animal to receive a blessing as well. Light refreshments will be offered.
This event will be held outdoors in church parking lot, after our Masses.
For more information, visit our website www.stfrancisgreenlawn.org
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