Animals around the world received blessings on the feast day of St. Francis of Assisi, the patron saint of animals.
St. Francis of Assisi was known for his love of animals and every year on his feast day (Oct. 4), Christians around the world bring their pets to church to be blessed in his honor.
Vancouver, Canada: Luke the dog awaits his blessing.
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Vancouver, Canada: Minos the English Mastiff waits his turn.
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Vancouver, Canada: Minos receives his blessing!
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Vancouver, Canada: Princess Tiffany the Scarlet Macaw listens to the sermon.
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