This joint event is hosted by Grace & Holy Trinity Episcopal Church and the Richmond SPCA and coincides with the feast day of Saint Francis of Assisi on October 4. St. Francis’ love for all creatures is traditionally celebrated in the church with a blessing of animals great and small. Several years ago, this wonderful sentiment led the Rector of Grace & Holy Trinity, Reverend Bollin Millner, to approach a member of his congregation, Robin Robertson Starr the CEO of the Richmond SPCA, about collaborating on a pet-friendly annual outdoor service near the beginning of October.
Attendance at the blessing service has grown each year and members of the community bring their dogs as well as a number of cats and other small animals such as bunnies, geckos, hens and even fish.
The service celebrates the bond between people and companion animals, a core tenet of the Richmond SPCA’s mission. Following the service, visitors are encouraged to meet pets available for adoption on our Tail Wag'N. Don't miss this fun annual event!
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