After “paws”ing last year due to a scheduling issue, Trinity Altoona’s Blessing of the Animals returned yesterday to an enthusiastic crowd of our four-legged friends and their two-legged families. Pastor Eli led the service with a brief reading, following by the blessing of each animal in attendance and a blanket blessing for those unable to attend “in person.” Photos courtesy Lori Matta-Rhode and T. Settle.
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Here’s what’s happening this month @ Trinity: Meow! Woof! Pastor Eli will hold the annual Blessing of the Animals this Sunday October 8 at 1PM in the back barking…err…parking lot. Bring your cats, dogs and other beloved pets to Trinity as we remember St. Francis of Assisi’s love for all creatures. If it rains, the ceremony will be held indoors in the large Sunday School room. The Allegheny Synod will be holding a special festival at Legion Park in Hollidaysburg on Saturday, October 14, commemorating the 500th anniversary of the…
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