Pet service blesses all creatures great and small

Thursday, November 21st, 2019

The Nelson Cathedral pews made way for paws as a pet service welcomed all things bright and beautiful.

Dogs dominated the furry friends at the Sunday morning service where all animals were invited, but other four-legged friends included guinea pigs and cats.

The one hour of worship had a theme of animals with many hymns, prayers and readings being inclusive of the animal kingdom represented in the building. Continue reading

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