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Local churches’ ‘blessing of the animals’ continues tradition of Saint Francis of Assisi

Even the hamsters…

https://www.thegazette.com/religion-belief/local-churches-blessing-of-the-animals-continues-tradition-of-saint-francis-of-assisi/

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Bring your hamster to church? All welcome for animal blessings

Local churches’ blessing of the animals ceremonies, an annual tradition in honor of St. Francis, take on many different meanings for local pet owners and spiritual leaders.

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