Sunday Nov 3rd – Blessing of the Animals

lick below to listen to the Sermon for 11/3/19

Rev. Emma Chattin, Preaching
Reflection: “Bless The Beasties: Let The Animals Teach You”
There will be a Blessing of the Animals on Sunday, November 3 at 11 AM supported by our Environmental and Animal Rights Ministry. In addition to blessing animals present, folks may being items for a blessing (collar, blanket, toy) for animals they are unable to bring. There will also be a table where folks may being a photo of animals they are unable to bring, as well as photos and mementoes of animals who have died but remain in cherished memory. Join us as we learn from the animals, reflect on wisdom from St. Francis of Assisi, and bless those animals who have a place in our hearts.

Ancient Reading: Job 12:7-10
Second Reading: Adapted from Joy Harjo, first Native American US Poet Laureate (2019)

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