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The following was submitted by First Congregational Church in Winchester, UCC:
On Sunday, Oct. 19, join the First Congregational Church in Winchester on the Town Common where the congregation will swing, celebrate and give thanks for all of God’s creatures, blessing our animal companions.
The congregation welcomes all pets — furry, scaly, hairy, feathery and even plush! Photos of beloved pet companions are welcome in place of those who can’t be there. And a special seating section will be set aside for those who are more comfortable sitting away from the animals.
Winchester pet owners ready their animal companions for a blessing. COURTESY PHOTOs/FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH
To serenade both congregation and pets, FCCW’s own house band will offer jazz music before, during and after the service. The congregation will sing and move and praise all of creation with fun and upbeat music, readings, prayers and blessings. From “Amazing Grace” to “All God’s Critters Got a Place in the Choir,” there will be an opportunity to sing, to listen and to share our cherished pet companions.
Rain Location: First Congregational Church, Chidley Hall, 21 Church St., Winchester.
