Sermon: Blessing of the Animals
October 25, 2026
What can St. Francis of Assisi teach us about loving creation, making peace, and embracing the untamed parts of ourselves?
In this sermon for our annual Blessing of the Animals, Rev. Tim reflects on the life of a saint who traded wealth and privilege for simplicity, compassion, and a radical commitment to following Jesus. From befriending society’s outcasts to seeking peace amid the Crusades, Francis embodied a love that crossed boundaries and challenged convention.
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