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Written by Parker Knepper '27

On Wednesday, October 8, Chaplain Andrew Hart led The Blessing of the Animals on the Main Green of the �鶹��Ƶ campus. Pets of many types were present, from dogs to horses and more. The service opened with scripture followed by prayer over the animals including a moment of silence held for the pets who have passed. Chaplain Andy then greeted each pet individually and provided them a blessing, ending the service in prayer. 

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With over four hundred pets on campus, pets are meaningful to the everyday lives of students. Deanna Estes �鶹��Ƶ ‘28 brought her cat to the service, �鶹��Ƶ “I get to bring Biscuit and she is everything to me, she helps me and my roommate get through our days �鶹��Ƶ ”. 

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The Penn Hall Equestrian Center at �鶹��Ƶ is a ten-minute walk away, allowing the students to easily bring their horses to the Blessing of the Animals. Monique Coutu �鶹��Ƶ ‘28 said, �鶹��Ƶ “I get to bring my horse here �鶹��Ƶ …One of the only schools I've been to that does something like this. �鶹��Ƶ ” 

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We hope to see our pet friends return again in the spring, while we look forward to seeing new faces too.