A Service of Worship for the Blessing of Animals with friends from Edinburgh Interfaith Association, Sunday, 8 October 2023 at 3pm.
Our annual Pet Blessing service is one of our most popular events of the year! Coinciding with the feast day of Francis of Assisi, the patron saint of animals on 4 October, the informal service is held on the nearest Sunday afternoon. At this years ‘Blessing of the Animals Service’, fondly known as the Greyfriars Pet Blessing, members and leaders from Edinburgh Interfaith Association will join us for the service.
The Kirk opens up its doors to those of a furry, feathered or fluffy persuasion, for a short service of thanks and blessing for the animals in our lives - how they enhance our days, how they give so much and ask so little, and how they love unconditionally. Children are most welcome too!
The service has special significance due to Greyfriars Bobby’s association with the Kirkyard where the dog and his owner, Auld Jock, are buried. The Skye Terrier Club also feature prominently with a large number of this rare breed assembling. Following the service, a pet parade gathers outside for a walk around the Kirkyard before pet owners (and their pets) enjoy refreshments afterwards.
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