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Winchester church to host Jazz Blessing of the Animals

First Congregational Church will host Jazz Blessing of the Animals on Sunday, Oct. 18 at the Town Common, beginning at 10 a.m. All animals are welcome! COURTESY PHOTO/FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH

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The following was submitted by the First Congregational Church:

On Sunday, Oct. 18, join First Congregational Church on the Town Common, from 10-11 a.m., where the congregational will swing, celebrate and give thanks for all of God’s creatures, blessing of animal companions.

Rain location: Chidley Hall.

All pets are welcome —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.

To serenade both congregation and pets, FCCW’s own house band will offer jazz music before, during and after the service. Those present 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.

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