Margate Community Church Blessing of the Animals Sunday, Oct. 6.
MARGATE - The Margate Community Church held the Blessing of the Animals after services Sunday, Oct. 6 in Fellowship Hall.
Pastor Victoria Ney started the brief service with a prayer for abused and neglected animals. A short reading from the first chapter of the Bible, Genesis, reminded those gathered with their pets that God gave man dominion over all living creatures.
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Ney said man has much to learn from their animals. She advised those present to be like their dogs, loyal and loving.
"If you see a friend, wag your tail," Rev. Ney said, "Let them know you are glad to see them."
When someone has a bad day, their pet will usually sense it and sit quietly by their side to relax them, she said.
"Likewise, If you know someone's having a bad day, sit with them quietly," she said.
The pets who showed up with their parents ranged from a full array small and larger dogs, two birds and a bunny rabbit. They lined up to visit Rev. Ney for a special blessing. Treats were available for the animals and their caretakers.
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