People & Pets Ministry Leader and Coordinator of the Annual Blessing of the Animals Festival at St. Clement's Episcopal Church, Tampa: Saturday, October 4, 2025. Blessing of the Animals is a 38-year tradition at St. Clement’s. All animals are welcome. Each pet will be blessed individually and will receive a St. Francis medal.
Enjoy a festive day under the grandfather oak trees, much like a small country fair, with family-friendly attractions for all to enjoy. We welcome animal rescues seeking their own forever families.
Please join us.
Visit https://stclement.net for more information.
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October 12, 2023
Dogs, cats, birds, domestic skunks -- all are welcome!
St. Clement's welcomes all people and their pets during the 8 & 10 AM services. It is heartwarming to have people & their pets blessed together at church. Somehow the animals understand their are in church; they are well-behaved. The priest welcomes their occasional comments. All are welcome at Coffee Hour, after.
October 3, 2022
Joy for the whole family.
This is such a joyous family event! After two years of drive-thru only, The Blessing of the Animals will be in person for 2022. Also -- adoptions, pet vaccination clinic, nail clips & ear cleans, and more. And a free picnic for everyone..
September 15, 2022
Smart Pets Bring Their People to Church
What a joy to worship with our pets! Pets receive blessings and treats. All are welcome at both 8 and 10 AM services. Coffee hours follow.
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