This year we will offer the blessing of animals on the Feast of St. Francis of Assisi, Tuesday, October 4, at 1:00 p.m. You are asked to bring your pet either on a leash or in a cage and meet in front of church where we will offer the blessing of God on your pets, and ask for the intercession of St. Francis for them. This year we will offer the blessing of animals on the Feast of St. Francis of Assisi, Tuesday, October 4, at 1:00 p.m. You are asked to bring your pet either on a leash or in a cage and meet in front of church where we will offer the blessing of God on your pets, and ask for the intercession of St. Francis for them.