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Blessing of the Animals

Let’s give thanks for fur, feathers, and friendship in all its unique forms

Sunday, October 4, 2026 | 6pm | Backyard of The Anchor House

Hop, run or fly on over with your special pet friend for an individual blessing by pastors from the Center for Christian Spirituality at Chapelwood. Let’s give thanks for fur, feathers, and friendship in all its unique forms.

We will meet in the Yard of The Anchor House. Please park in Lot C off of Greenbay and follow the signs to the east.

All people and pets are welcome but please make sure all pets are either on a leash or in a carrier.

We will have a brief worship service and celebrating the unique relationship we have with our pets, and then each owner is invited to bring their pet forward for an individual blessing.

Blessing of the Animals Family Picture

Taking Faith Home

As a way to continue to bless your pet and other animals,
consider the following questions and try some of the following activities.

Caring Conversations

  • How have you experienced love through your pet? Has your pet ever seemed to serve as a “messenger” of God for you? How do you show love to your pet?

 

Devotions

  • Read one or more of the scriptures used for this service. How does God value animals? How does this influence your view of animals other than your pet?

 

Rituals & Traditions

  • Each time you give your pet a treat, think of it as a way you are blessing your pet. Consider even saying some word of blessing to your pet as you give it a treat, such as “Bless you.”

 

Service

  • St. Francis considered animals as his “brothers” and “sisters.” Try to treat the animals you encounter this week (other than your pet) as your “brothers” and “sisters.” How does it change you?
  • Wildlife Center of Texas (wildlifecenteroftexas.org/donate) lists several ways you can donate, including giving financially online as well as dropping off supplies.