From left, Associate Pastor Reverend Aaron Janklow, Deacon Alexandra Harris and Boo Bear the dog.

First Presbyterian Church of Delray Beach’s Blessing of the Pets event is Sunday, Oct. 25, and Associate Pastor Rev. Aaron Janklow will be giving blessings in the church’s courtyard at 4 p.m.

“After a short 15-minute service there will be The Blessing of the Pets. It’s about what each pet means to our lives; that’s why we bless them. We’re expecting a great turnout,” Janklow said.
Janklow said that all finned, furry and feathered pets and their owners are invited to the Blessing of the Pets.

“Our pets provide us with unconditional love and what better way to commemorate them and remember St. Francis of Assisi’s love for all creatures then with a special blessing for our adored animals,” Janklow said.
Janklow also said a special guest will be welcomed at the hour-long event. The Special Narcotic Investigative Forces (S.N.I.F.) dogs will attend the event with their handlers.

Also an offering will be held to benefit the Deacons’ Scholarship Fund, assisting church members in their pursuit of higher education.
For more information call 561-276-6338 or visit www.firstdelray.com.