It was wonderful to see such a variety of critters at this year’s Blessing of the Animals service. We enjoyed the company of turtles to tabbies, along with cockatiels, chickens, and of course, lots of dogs! In honor of all the marvelous creatures we share this planet with, we offer the following prayer.
A Prayer for the Animals
Hear our humble prayer, O God,
for our friends the animals especially
for animals who are suffering,
for any that are hunted or lost or
deserted or frightened or hungry;
for all that must be put to death.
We entreat for them all Thy mercy and
pity, and for those who deal with them
we ask a heart of compassion and gentle
hands and kindly words.
Make us, ourselves to be true
friends to animals and so to share
the blessings of the merciful.
~ Albert Schweitzer ~
