MARION, Iowa — Faith Lutheran Church in Marion held its annual Blessing of the Pets Jubilee on Saturday, welcoming people and their furry — and not-so-furry — companions.
Dogs, cats, hamsters, reptiles and other pets received individual blessings at the church. People also could bring stuffed animals or photos of their pets.
Pastor Tom Ogilvie said the event is a way to celebrate the joy pets bring to people’s lives and the responsibility of caring for them…