Sights & Sounds: Blessing of the Animals
In celebration of the Memorial of St. Francis of Assisi parishes across the Archdiocese of Newark gathered for the beloved Blessing of the Animals, a tradition that honors the patron … Learn More
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Celebrating St. Francis: Blessing of the Animals Across the Archdiocese
In celebration of the Feast of St. Francis of Assisi, parishes and Catholic schools throughout the Archdiocese of Newark came together to celebrate the annual Blessing of the Animals.
Celebrating the Feast of St. Francis of Assisi
Oct. 4 is the Feast of St. Francis of Assisi, the patron saint of animals, birds, the environment, and Italy.
Celebrate St. Francis of Assisi receiving the stigmata on Sept. 17
It was 800 years ago that St. Francis received the appearance of the bodily wounds of Christ’s crucifixion.
