On Sunday, October 6, everyone is invited to bring their leashed and contained pets for a blessing of the animals, a St. Francis Feast Day* tradition.
Dogs, cats, frogs, gerbils, snakes, birds, and hamsters, among others, will be invited for an individual blessing in the worship service. Soft animal toys, photos, and mementos will also be blessed.
Our worship service will be inside the sanctuary & online at 10:00 am.
During hospitality time at 11:15 am, we will host a Petting Zoo in the front courtyard. Tiny Tails To You will be at FELC for in-person animal snuggles, with experiences for all ages. (If weather doesn’t permit, we’ll gather appropriately in the Fellowship Hall.) For more information on Tiny Tails, visit www.tinytailstoyou.com
We hope to meet you and our animal friends!
*Saint Francis of Assisi, renewer of the church, died October 4, 1226
Born into the family of a wealthy merchant, Francis gave up his inheritance to serve poor people. He formed the Order of Friars Minor (called Franciscans), who took on poverty and the task of preaching “using words if necessary.” Francis had a spirit of gratitude for all of God’s creation.