Expressions of Gratitude and Thanksgiving
Every year, our community gathers to reflect on what we are most grateful for in honour of Thanksgiving and The Feast of Saint Francis (of Assisi). On Tuesday, October 8, we enjoyed a formal dinner, a Chapel service and the Blessing of the Animals.
The Blessing of the Animals
In his early 20’s, St Francis left his affluent life-style to live in poverty among the poor. He founded an order of monks, now known as the Franciscans. Because of his devotion to those in need and his concern for the environment, Francis became known as the Patron Saint of Animals. And, so we observe the Blessing of the Animals around his Feast Day.
At this year’s Service, many students and LCS staff brought pets from home to be blessed by the Reverend John Runza. This year, we welcomed an assortment of dogs, kittens, cats, bunnies, chickens and even a two-days-old baby calf, along with many beloved stuffies (standing in for pets at home and just because!) to our congregation. This is a fun gathering of the community following a special Thanksgiving dinner.
The Thanksgiving Service and Blessing of the Animals is a festive opportunity to pay particular attention to each other, and the creatures in our midst, and to be conscious of all the gifts we are blessed with.
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We respectfully acknowledge that Lakefield College School is located on the Treaty 20 Michi Saagiig territory and in the traditional territory of the Michi Saagiig and Chippewa Nations, collectively known as the Williams Treaties First Nations, which include: Curve Lake, Hiawatha, Alderville, Scugog Island, Rama, Beausoleil, and Georgina Island First Nations. Lakefield College School respectfully acknowledges that the Williams Treaties First Nations are the stewards and caretakers of these lands and waters in perpetuity and that they continue to maintain this responsibility to ensure their health and integrity for generations to come.
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