Churches around Hampton Roads are offering pet blessings this weekend in remembrance of St. Francis of Assisi, a great friend to animals. Some locations are collecting items for needy pets, as well. Check this list for a church near you.
Note: all pets should be leashed or in a carrier. For public gatherings, pet owners should wear their mask.
Pet Blessings on Saturday, October 3rd
Norfolk…Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church…11 AM in the church parking lot.
Virginia Beach…Holy Family Catholic Church…11 AM in the Mary Garden.
Pet Blessings on Sunday, October 4th
Norfolk…Christ the King Catholic Church…12:30 PM on church grounds. Collecting food and toys for Norfolk animal shelters.
Norfolk…Episcopal Church of the Ascension…11:30-12:30 AM “drive-by” blessing. Collecting items for shelter pets; see requested items at the link under “Upcoming Events.”
Norfolk…Episcopal Church of the Good Shepherd…5:00 PM in Shirland Forest Lot.
Norfolk…St. Andrews Episcopal…12-2 PM at the Main Street doors.
Portsmouth…Trinity Episcopal Church…4-5 PM. Collecting donations for Portsmouth SPCA.
Virginia Beach…St. Gregory the Great Catholic Church…2:30-3:30 PM in the picnic pavilion.
Virginia Beach…Star of the Sea Catholic Church…10 AM Livestream Mass with virtual pet blessings AND 1:15 PM drive-thru pet blessing.
We have attempted to accurately reflect each church’s information for their event, but be sure to check with your preferred church for accuracy and any last-minute schedule changes, especially in the event of inclement weather.