Bless These Pets

In celebration of the Feast of St. Francis Sunday, St. Paul’s Episcopal Church in Mt. Lebanon will open its doors to the animal kingdom!

Accompanied by their human companions, local pets are invited to worship and be blessed at the family-friendly 8:45 a.m. service.

Afterward, there will be treats for all species in St. Margaret’s Garden outside the church. Those who do not wish to worship with their pets are invited to bring their companions to be blessed outside at noon.
 

“Francis saw the value of all of God's creation,” said Rev. Lou Hays, rector of St. Paul’s. “We hope many of our neighbors will join us for this special celebration of all creatures, great and small.

In previous years, all of the pets have been remarkably well-behaved. They seem to realize they are in a sacred space. We are excited to once again host this event because St. Paul’s is a family-friendly place and pets are an integral part of many families.

We want people to know that everyone in the family—children, teens, adults, seniors, pets—is welcome here.”
 

For more information about the Pet Blessing, or for directions to St. Paul's Episcopal Church, please call the church office at 412-531-7153.