Blessing of the Animals conducted by Grace Episcopal Church

  • The Reverend Mary Ann Huston, Associate Rector, bestows a blessing on Bogie, with his owner Jess Lofgreen during a Blessing of the Animals service conducted by Grace Episcopal Church, held at Booty’s Road Park on Sunday, October 5, 2025. Lunch was provided at the park’s pavilion after the service acknowledging the work of Saint Francis of Assisi. Photo by Andy Sharp.
    The Reverend Mary Ann Huston, Associate Rector, bestows a blessing on Bogie, with his owner Jess Lofgreen during a Blessing of the Animals service conducted by Grace Episcopal Church, held at Booty’s Road Park on Sunday, October 5, 2025. Lunch was provided at the park’s pavilion after the service acknowledging the work of Saint Francis of Assisi. Photo by Andy Sharp.
  • Attendees gather for a Blessing of the Animals service conducted by Grace Episcopal Church, held at Booty’s Road Park on Sunday, October 5, 2025. Lunch was provided at the park’s pavilion after the service acknowledging the work of Saint Francis of Assisi. Photo by Andy Sharp.
    Attendees gather for a Blessing of the Animals service conducted by Grace Episcopal Church, held at Booty’s Road Park on Sunday, October 5, 2025. Lunch was provided at the park’s pavilion after the service acknowledging the work of Saint Francis of Assisi. Photo by Andy Sharp.
  • Candles give off a warm glow during a Blessing of the Animals service conducted by Grace Episcopal Church, held at Booty’s Road Park on Sunday, October 5, 2025. Lunch was provided at the park’s pavilion after the service acknowledging the work of Saint Francis of Assisi. Photo by Andy Sharp.
    Candles give off a warm glow during a Blessing of the Animals service conducted by Grace Episcopal Church, held at Booty’s Road Park on Sunday, October 5, 2025. Lunch was provided at the park’s pavilion after the service acknowledging the work of Saint Francis of Assisi. Photo by Andy Sharp.
  • Aine Spainhour and her dog Asher relax in the shade of a park tree as they attend a Blessing of the Animals service conducted by Grace Episcopal Church, held at Booty’s Road Park on Sunday, October 5, 2025. Lunch was provided at the park’s pavilion after the service acknowledging the work of Saint Francis of Assisi. Photo by Andy Sharp.
    Aine Spainhour and her dog Asher relax in the shade of a park tree as they attend a Blessing of the Animals service conducted by Grace Episcopal Church, held at Booty’s Road Park on Sunday, October 5, 2025. Lunch was provided at the park’s pavilion after the service acknowledging the work of Saint Francis of Assisi. Photo by Andy Sharp.
  • Maxx, a Weimaraner owned by Nancy and Paul Bloom (Nancy is at front left) waits to have his blessings bestowed during a Blessing of the Animals service conducted by Grace Episcopal Church, held at Booty’s Road Park on Sunday, October 5, 2025. Lunch was provided at the park’s pavilion after the service acknowledging the work of Saint Francis of Assisi. Photo by Andy Sharp.
    Maxx, a Weimaraner owned by Nancy and Paul Bloom (Nancy is at front left) waits to have his blessings bestowed during a Blessing of the Animals service conducted by Grace Episcopal Church, held at Booty’s Road Park on Sunday, October 5, 2025. Lunch was provided at the park’s pavilion after the service acknowledging the work of Saint Francis of Assisi. Photo by Andy Sharp.
  • Milo, a Husky owned by Helene and Birdie Bird, gets a pet from Helene during a Blessing of the Animals service conducted by Grace Episcopal Church, held at Booty’s Road Park on Sunday, October 5, 2025. Lunch was provided at the park’s pavilion after the service acknowledging the work of Saint Francis of Assisi. Photo by Andy Sharp.
    Milo, a Husky owned by Helene and Birdie Bird, gets a pet from Helene during a Blessing of the Animals service conducted by Grace Episcopal Church, held at Booty’s Road Park on Sunday, October 5, 2025. Lunch was provided at the park’s pavilion after the service acknowledging the work of Saint Francis of Assisi. Photo by Andy Sharp.
  • The Reverend Neal McGowan, Rector at Grace Episcopal Church, bestows blessings on Zuzu, a Bearded Dragon held by Gloria Kostroun during a Blessing of the Animals service conducted by Grace Episcopal Church, held at BootyÕs Road Park on Sunday, October 5, 2025. ZuzuÕs owner is GloriaÕs sister Ava, who is away at school. Lunch was provided at the parkÕs pavilion after the service acknowledging the work of Saint Francis of Assisi. Photo by Andy Sharp.
    The Reverend Neal McGowan, Rector at Grace Episcopal Church, bestows blessings on Zuzu, a Bearded Dragon held by Gloria Kostroun during a Blessing of the Animals service conducted by Grace Episcopal Church, held at BootyÕs Road Park on Sunday, October 5, 2025. ZuzuÕs owner is GloriaÕs sister Ava, who is away at school. Lunch was provided at the parkÕs pavilion after the service acknowledging the work of Saint Francis of Assisi. Photo by Andy Sharp.
  • Zuzu, a Bearded Dragon, is held by Gloria Kostroun during a Blessing of the Animals service conducted by Grace Episcopal Church, held at Booty’s Road Park on Sunday, October 5, 2025. Gloria’s sister Ava is Zuzu’s owner, but is away at school. Zuzu received her blessing. Lunch was provided at the park’s pavilion after the service acknowledging the work of Saint Francis of Assisi. Photo by Andy Sharp.
    Zuzu, a Bearded Dragon, is held by Gloria Kostroun during a Blessing of the Animals service conducted by Grace Episcopal Church, held at Booty’s Road Park on Sunday, October 5, 2025. Gloria’s sister Ava is Zuzu’s owner, but is away at school. Zuzu received her blessing. Lunch was provided at the park’s pavilion after the service acknowledging the work of Saint Francis of Assisi. Photo by Andy Sharp.
  • Jake, a Weimaraner owned by Rob and Laura Broussard, waits to receive his blessing during a Blessing of the Animals service conducted by Grace Episcopal Church, held at Booty’s Road Park on Sunday, October 5, 2025. Lunch was provided at the park’s pavilion after the service acknowledging the work of Saint Francis of Assisi. Photo by Andy Sharp.
    Jake, a Weimaraner owned by Rob and Laura Broussard, waits to receive his blessing during a Blessing of the Animals service conducted by Grace Episcopal Church, held at Booty’s Road Park on Sunday, October 5, 2025. Lunch was provided at the park’s pavilion after the service acknowledging the work of Saint Francis of Assisi. Photo by Andy Sharp.
  • The Reverend Mary Ann Huston, Associate Rector, bestows a blessing on Piper, owned by Kensley and Alex Granados, during a Blessing of the Animals service conducted by Grace Episcopal Church, held at Booty’s Road Park on Sunday, October 5, 2025. Lunch was provided at the park’s pavilion after the service acknowledging the work of Saint Francis of Assisi. Photo by Andy Sharp.
    The Reverend Mary Ann Huston, Associate Rector, bestows a blessing on Piper, owned by Kensley and Alex Granados, during a Blessing of the Animals service conducted by Grace Episcopal Church, held at Booty’s Road Park on Sunday, October 5, 2025. Lunch was provided at the park’s pavilion after the service acknowledging the work of Saint Francis of Assisi. Photo by Andy Sharp.
  • Cammie, an Australian Shepherd, spends time with her owner, Lorraine Brady, during a Blessing of the Animals service conducted by Grace Episcopal Church, held at Booty’s Road Park on Sunday, October 5, 2025. Lunch was provided at the park’s pavilion after the service acknowledging the work of Saint Francis of Assisi. Photo by Andy Sharp.
    Cammie, an Australian Shepherd, spends time with her owner, Lorraine Brady, during a Blessing of the Animals service conducted by Grace Episcopal Church, held at Booty’s Road Park on Sunday, October 5, 2025. Lunch was provided at the park’s pavilion after the service acknowledging the work of Saint Francis of Assisi. Photo by Andy Sharp.
  • The Reverend Mary Ann Huston, Associate Rector, bestows blessings on Sheila, held by Zack Van Nostrand, 16, during a Blessing of the Animals service conducted by Grace Episcopal Church, held at Booty’s Road Park on Sunday, October 5, 2025. Lunch was provided at the park’s pavilion after the service acknowledging the work of Saint Francis of Assisi. Photo by Andy Sharp.
    The Reverend Mary Ann Huston, Associate Rector, bestows blessings on Sheila, held by Zack Van Nostrand, 16, during a Blessing of the Animals service conducted by Grace Episcopal Church, held at Booty’s Road Park on Sunday, October 5, 2025. Lunch was provided at the park’s pavilion after the service acknowledging the work of Saint Francis of Assisi. Photo by Andy Sharp.
  • The Reverend Neal McGowan, Rector, bestows blessings on a dog named Asher, with his owner Aine Spainhour, during a Blessing of the Animals service conducted by Grace Episcopal Church, held at Booty’s Road Park on Sunday, October 5, 2025. Lunch was provided at the park’s pavilion after the service acknowledging the work of Saint Francis of Assisi. Photo by Andy Sharp.
    The Reverend Neal McGowan, Rector, bestows blessings on a dog named Asher, with his owner Aine Spainhour, during a Blessing of the Animals service conducted by Grace Episcopal Church, held at Booty’s Road Park on Sunday, October 5, 2025. Lunch was provided at the park’s pavilion after the service acknowledging the work of Saint Francis of Assisi. Photo by Andy Sharp.
  • Jeanne Hollerich cuddles with Bernie during a Blessing of the Animals service conducted by Grace Episcopal Church, held at Booty’s Road Park on Sunday, October 5, 2025. Hollerich is caring for Bernie while his owners, Ted and Lauri Berryman, are traveling out of the country, but Hollerich added “I love dogs!” Lunch was provided at the park’s pavilion after the service acknowledging the work of Saint Francis of Assisi. Photo by Andy Sharp.
    Jeanne Hollerich cuddles with Bernie during a Blessing of the Animals service conducted by Grace Episcopal Church, held at Booty’s Road Park on Sunday, October 5, 2025. Hollerich is caring for Bernie while his owners, Ted and Lauri Berryman, are traveling out of the country, but Hollerich added “I love dogs!” Lunch was provided at the park’s pavilion after the service acknowledging the work of Saint Francis of Assisi. Photo by Andy Sharp.

    Attendees gather for a Blessing of the Animals service conducted by Grace Episcopal Church, held at Booty’s Road Park on Sunday, October 5, 2025.  Lunch was provided at the park’s pavilion after the service acknowledging the work of Saint Francis of Assisi.   

     

    Photos by Andy Sharp

    Blessing of the Animals
    Grace Episcopal Church