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Church Holds Big Day for Some Good, Good Boys and Girls
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Key Points:
- Malate Church in Manila held a special annual blessing for animals on Oct. 4, coinciding with the feast day of St. Francis of Assisi, the patron saint of animals and ecology.
- Parishioners brought various pets, including dogs, cats, and even a pet snail, to receive blessings as an expression of gratitude and respect for all living creatures.
- Father Leonito Distor emphasized the church's advocacy for honoring St. Francis' call to care for God's creation through this event.
- The celebration included a free pet vaccination drive for dogs and cats, providing additional community services alongside the blessings.
- Pet owners like Gaudine Supnet view the blessing as a way to acknowledge the emotional bond and companionship their animals provide.
