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Bllessing of the Animals
St James Episcopal Church At Mount Vernon, 5614 Old Mill Rd, Alexandria, VA | Get Directions »
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On Sunday, 14 October 2012 at 3:00 p.m. at St. James Episcopal Church the Annual Blessing of the Animals will take place in the grove of trees behind Saint James. Members of the parish as well as the local community can bring their pets – cats, dogs, and what ever you have – to be blessed by Charles Brock, priest of St. James. There will be blessings for the animals, plus a wonderful pet parade and food for animals and people.
The “Blessing of the Animals” is an old Christian tradition dating back to the early 13th Century and to St. Francis of Assisi, the patron saint of animals and the environment. The “Blessing of the Animals” is not only a fun event, but a time to seek God’s protection and blessing of our pets, but it is also an opportunity to remember and to honor a person who helped shape the course of Western Christianity’ – St. Francis. - John Linwood Thompson
Event Details
| Where | St James Episcopal Church At Mount Vernon 5614 Old Mill Rd, Alexandria, VA 22309 |
| Next on | This event is over. |
| Time | 3:00 pm |
| Who to bring | Everyone |
| Price | $0 |
More About St James Episcopal Church At Mount Vernon
St. James Episcopal Church focuses on fellowship and community. Members of the congregation participate in Bible study groups, book club groups and playgroups. Members of all ages can participate in musical ensembles and fellowship activities. Children can participate in Christian education, Sunday school, or vacation Bible school classes to learn more about their faith. The church holds its annual Art and Craft Fair in the fall, where community members can showcase their wares.
Other events here
- Art & Craft Fair Sat, Sep 21, 10:00 am–3:00 pm
