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Pets

A timely question, as pets and animals are blessed on Oct. 4, the feast of St. Francis of Assisi. The answer is: We really don't know.

It's an age-old question, and there's no perfect answer. While the Church does not teach "dog-matically" that our beloved animals will or will not be in Heaven, some think they will be, as the Scriptures describe animals at peace in the new creation. Join Fr. Chris Alar, MIC, as he shares both sides of the topic and gives thanks to God for the gift of our animal companions. Then be inspired by Canines for Christ, a healing ministry which connects therapy dogs with the infirm and homebound, with amazing results.

On a wing and a prayer? How both St. Faustina and a parrot named "Bandit" sing of the mercy of God.