st. francis of assisi – Our Lady Queen of Martyrs

Blessing of the Animals

Posted on September 25, 2025September 30, 2025 by All News & Events

This cheerful rain-or-shine event, held on the feast day of St. Francis of Assisi (October 4), reminds us all that God created and loves all living creatures of land, sea, and air! Bring your dog, cat, bird, or other pet,...Read More

Blessing of the Animals 2023

Posted on October 6, 2023December 21, 2023 by All News & Events

Fr. Antonin gave the verbal blessing and a sprinkling of holy water on the dogs, cats, and bird present on October 4. Students from the Religious Education afternoon class came outside to the plaza to learn a lesson about St....Read More

Blessing of the Animals 2022

Posted on October 6, 2022October 6, 2022 by All News & Events

The weather was inclement but it couldn't put a damper on this very popular annual event. Our Blessing of the Animals gathering was held inside the church vestibule on Tuesday afternoon, October 4, 2022. Many of our four-legged friends came...Read More