Animals to be blessed

A Blessing of the Animals will take place on Sunday, October 8, to conclude the Season of Creation celebrations undertaken by the Anglican Church of St Lukes Woy Woy and St Andrew's Umina during September.

Publicity officer Ms Kathy Martin said the season of creation had focused on "our care for Planet Earth, the fragile piece of stardust we call home".

"Services and studies have helped us think about our care for the land, sea and air," Ms Martin said.

The Blessing of the Animals will take place at Umina Recreation Area, adjacent to the Oval at Umina Beach, from 11am to 2pm.

"Everyone is welcome, so bring along your pet animal, on a leash or in an enclosed basket, to be individually blessed," Ms Martin said.

"We will also be sharing a picnic lunch, so bring your chairs and some food to enjoy."

Press release, September 21 Kathy Martin