The Blessing of the Animals will be held at St. Stephen’s at 4:00 pm on October 5 outside in the church’s yard. This service is associated with St. Francis, whose feast is October 4, as he valued all of God’s creatures. An open offering will be collected and given to the Thunder Bay & District Humane Society. Please bring your pet and join us for a short service of blessing for the animals that work for us and provide companionship.