Blessing of the Animals

Blessing of the Animals

in honor of St. Francis of Assisi

Saturday, October 7 at 12:00pm
Murphy Hall Traffic Circle at Holy Trinity

All are invited to bring their pets to Holy Trinity on Saturday, October 7 to be blessed in honor of St. Francis’ feast day (October 4) because of his love for animals as expressed in his Canticle of Creatures.

Who is St. Francis of Assisi

St. Francis of Assisi was born in the 12th century, lived in Italy, and founded the men’s Order of Friars Minor, the women’s Order of St. Clare, and the Third Order of Saint Francis for men and women not able to live the lives of itinerant preachers.

Francis is one of the most venerated religious figures in history. He is remembered for his generosity to the poor, his willingness to minister to the lepers, and for his love for animals and nature. He is the Catholic Church’s patron saint of animals and the environment.

Support the Animals at Lollypop Farm, Humane Society of Greater Rochester
The Feast of St. Francis of Assisi provides an opportunity to teach children about endangered, abused, or homeless animals and what we can do to help. Consider donating canned kitten food (Fancy Feast or Friskies preferred), unopened dry pet food, unused dog and cat toys, unused Nylabones of any size, or soft dog treats to the animals currently residing at Lollypop Farm until they find their forever homes. We will collect all items at our Blessing of the Animals and deliver them on behalf of our Holy Trinity parish family to Lollypop!

Visit the Lollypop Farm website for a list of their most urgent needs.