Tue, Sep twenty sixth 2023 02:25 pm
Event to help company’s pet pantry
Community Missions will maintain its second annual blessing of the animals from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. this Saturday morning at 1570 Buffalo Ave., Niagara Falls.
A press launch said, “All pets in the community – be they furry, feathered, and even scaly – are invited to come and receive a blessing. They can bring their humans along, too, if they want. For those with pets that do not travel well, their humans can also bring a picture or just come themselves and ask for a blessing for their pet.”
At the occasion, CMI company minister the Rev. Mark Breese, and buddy of Community Missions Rev. John Seib, an Episcopal priest, will provide a quick opening ceremony and prayer, then provide particular person blessings to pets from the neighborhood. Joanne Lorenzo of Lighthouse Women & Children Center in Niagara Falls will present music.
“Our event went very well last year, and we’re very excited to be able to offer this to pet owners in our community once again,” Breese mentioned. “People who have pets see them as not just animals that they own, but members of their family. They care about them deeply – pets depend upon their humans for everything. Community Missions has long recognized this and have offered support to those who need it through our pet pantry for many years. It only seems right to extend spiritual care to our animal family members through this annual blessing of the animals.”
Community Missions’ long-running pet pantry program gives meals, toys and different provides for pet homeowners who might not be capable of afford them on their very own. Donations could be dropped off anytime, and can be accepted throughout Saturday’s occasion.
The press launch added, “Pet blessings have their origins in the celebration of the feast day of Saint Francis of Assisi, which occurs in early October each year. Saint Francis recognized the interdependence between animals and humans. Because of this, he taught that humanity has a special duty to live in harmony with the natural world.”
For extra details about the occasion, contact Sarina Deacon at 716-285-3403, ext. 2230, or [email protected].
