We will celebrate the Feast of St. Francis, a beloved saint who deeply valued our relationship with all God’s creatures, with the Blessing of the Animals during our 10:00 a.m. service on Sunday, October 5. This is a time to ask God’s blessing on our furry, winged, and creepy-crawly creatures and to say thank you to God for our pets, for all they teach us about love. If you can't bring your pet, you are welcome to bring something representative such as a photo or stuffed animal. This day is also an opportunity for us to support our local animal shelter, Peoria County Animal Protection Services (PCAPS). In addition to financial support, they have an immediate need for cat litter, cat food, and dog treats (they will accept any brands in these items).