Blessing of the Animals

Sunday, October 8, 2023, 2:00 p.m.

West Seattle High School Parking Lot

“Bless those who curl themselves around our hearts, who twine themselves through our days, who companion us in our labor and who call us to come and play.” — from the Litany of Blessing

Bring your pet(s) to St. John the Baptist’s annual community-wide St. Francis Day Blessing of the Animals, in the West Seattle High School parking lot, 3000 California Ave SW. The Rev. Elise Johnstone will preside at the brief service and then will bless the animals. Each pet will receive a St. Francis medal.

Please have your pet on a leash or in a carrier.

All pets welcome!