St. Mary’s Church invites community members and their animal companions to the fourth annual “Blessing of the Animals” on Sunday, October 4, at 12:30 p.m. This event commemorates the Feast Day of St. Francis of Assisi, which falls on October 4.

The individual animal blessings will take place outdoors, in the courtyard on the William Street side of the church, accessed from Spring Street.

• All animals must be leashed or in a pet carrier. Thank you for your cooperation.
• Cider, donuts, and coffee will be served.
• Pet treats available for animal companions.
• Participants are asked to bring a pet food item that will be donated to the Potter League for Animals.
• The event will be canceled if the weather is inclement. No rain date.

ABOUT PARKING:
Plenty of free parking is available in the church’s parking lots on William Street, which runs one way downhill from Bellevue Avenue. Parking is also available in the church’s lot on Fair Street. Fair Street runs one way from Thames Street to Spring Street. Access Fair Street by taking an immediate left off Thames Street, just south of the Americas Cup and Memorial Boulevard West intersection. Use the lot on the right side of Fair Street (when facing the Spring Street entrance to the church), not the lot on the left.

For more information, please contact St. Mary’s parishioner and event coordinator, Lisa Morrison, at Lisa7317@gmail.com