Fyodor Dostoyevsky wrote, “Love the animals, love the plants, love everything. If you love everything, you will perceive the divine mystery in things. Once you perceive it, you will begin to comprehend it better every day.” A mystery of interconnectedness upon which we all depend for sustenance in every meaning of the word. A mystery we celebrate together on the birthday of St. Francis, lover of all beings. Bring your pets to worship if you can for our animal Blessing.