October 3, 2026 9:00am
Contact: Ryan Staggs
When: Saturday, October 3, 9:00am - 9:30am
Where: WUMC Front Lawn
Join us for a joyful service in honor of the Feast of St. Francis of Assisi. Bring your furry, feathered, scaled, or even stuffed friends and join us for one of our most joyful traditions—our Annual Blessing of the Animals!
Whether they bark, meow, chirp, hop, or slither, all creatures great and small are welcome to receive a special blessing for health, happiness, and many more tail wags (or fin flips) to come.
What to Expect:
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A short outdoor service with individual blessings for each pet
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Treats for pets (and coffee for humans!)
This event is a celebration of the unconditional love and companionship our pets give us every day.
All are welcome—members, friends, neighbors, and anyone who loves animals.
Those whose pets are unable to attend are also welcome to bring a photograph for a blessing in their pet's honor.
Leashes & Carriers, please:
To keep everyone safe and happy, we kindly ask that pets arrive leashed or in carriers.
Come for the blessings, stay for the belly rubs and community joy. We can't wait to meet your beloved companions!