Lower School hosts annual “Blessing of the Animals”
On Friday, the Lower School held their annual “Blessing of the Animals,” one of the warmest events of the year, and there was a huge turnout.
October 5, 2018
On Friday, the Lower School invited parents to bring their pets and have them blessed in celebration of Saint Francis of Assisi, the patron saint of animals.
A large number of parents and Lower Schoolers came with their pets. Mostly dogs, but some cats and even birds and lizards were spotted in the mix.
The celebration took place in the lower school playground and included performances from the lower school ensemble and lower school singers. Saint Stephen’s chaplain, Reverand Rich, led the ceremony by blessing holy water and then proceeded to bless the animals.
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The lower school held the annual blessing of the animals on the playground
Photo by Mark Gharby
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Families came and sat with their pets as they were being blessed by Reverend Rich
Photo by Mark Gharby
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Senior Ellie Lowe takes advantage of the opportunity to pet as many dogs as possible
Photo by Mark Gharby
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Families even dressed their pets up for this event
Photo by Mark Gharby
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Pets even had some time to play with each other
Photo by Mark Gharby
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The blessing was accompanied by a singing performance from the lower schoolers, as well as, an ensemble performance
Photo by Mark Gharby
