Annual Blessing of the Animals in South Boston on Sunday
In honor of the feast of St. Francis of Assisi, Patron Saint of Animals, all are welcome to the Annual Blessing of the Animals that will take place on Sunday, October 4, 2026, outside of Gate of Heaven Church, downstairs in the I Street Courtyard, near the Celtic Cross, following the 12 Noon Mass at 1PM.
Please have your lovable family pet on a leash or in a pet carrier.
Image: Vito the Southie Pug
Maureen Dahill is the founder of Caught in Media. Once a longtime wardrobe and prop stylist for brands such as Rue La La, TJ Max & Hasbro, she is a devoted lover of vintage clothing, Martini Mondays, Castle Island, AND a 4th generation South Boston native. Mother of three, married to Peter G.
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