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Blessing of the Animals on Sunday, October 1st

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Join clergy and friends from the Old North Church on Sunday, October 1 at 1:30pm on the Prado (Paul Revere Mall between Hanover and Unity Streets) for our annual Blessing of the Animals in honor of St. Francis Day.

All creatures great and small are welcome and will receive an individual blessing.  Call 617-523-6676 for more information or email revellie@oldnorth.com.

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