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ALL CREATURES LARGE AND SMALL INVITED TOBLESSING OF THE ANIMALS ON OCTOBER 6
The Episcopal Church of the Ascension invites people with pets of all kinds to
receive a “blessing” for their pet on Sunday, October 6 at 4:00 p.m., 800 S. Northshore
Drive in Knoxville. This longstanding annual “Blessing of the Animals” event brings
many people and animals together. In past years, dogs, cats, birds, horses, snakes, fish
hamsters and many other species have received a blessing.
At this time of the year, St. Francis of Assisi (1181-1226), the Patron Saint of
Animals, is honored for his love of all creatures. A short service will take place in the
church followed by the blessing. Pets are welcome inside the sanctuary and may sit
with their owners. Following the service, join other pet parents outside for people and
pet treats.
LAMBS Pet Ministry at the Episcopal Church of the Ascension welcomes people
to donate a bag of cat or dog food or a monetary donation for the Pet Pantry at FISH
Hospitality Pantry, a community-wide food pantry.
“We all love our pets, and we invite everyone to enjoy this special event where
your pets can receive a blessing,” said Lisa Cope, Director of the Lambs Pet Ministry
at Ascension. “This event is open to the public and all animals are welcome. This is a
particularly fun event for children. It’s great to see so many different pets – dogs, fish, cats and many more, sitting in the pews.”
For more information on the event, contact Lisa Cope at [email protected]
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Event Venue & Nearby Stays
800 S Northshore Dr, Knoxville, TN, United States, Tennessee 37919
