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This year, churches around the world mark the 800th anniversary of St. Francis of Assisi, a medieval preacher who taught us about peace, humility, serving those most in need, and caring for creation.
To celebrate, Messiah is throwing a St. Francis Block Party!
A come-and-go event for people to receive prayer, to serve others, to be served, and to get connected with organizations St. Francis would have loved! There will be something for everyone:
  • Pastor Trent will be offering pet blessings
  • Tarrant Area Food Bank will be here with their mobile food truck to distribute food and help people with SNAP sign-ups
  • We will be collecting dog food to support Don't Forget to Feed Me
  • Knarr Coaching will be offering a movement class with pets
  • Other community partners will be there for you to meet and connect with their work: Weatherford College Veterinary Tech Program, Grounds for Hounds, Weatherford Animal Services, and Unity Recovery.

Then, on Sunday, October 4th we will have a very special outdoor worship service at 10:30am. We will hear biblical stories that call us to appreciate and steward the created world. We will reflect on the example of Francis of Assisi. Pets of all kinds are invited to participate in our worship service that day and also to receive a special blessing. We will also have a moment for remembering and giving thanks for all those pets we have lost. This is always a Spirit-filled morning of worshipping God out in God’s creation.

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