Mass. church to offer worship services for dogs
May 05 2010
Bo, an atheist Labrador from Texas.
DANVERS, Mass.— A Massachusetts church is scheduled to launch a new monthly worship service _ for dogs. Calvary Episcopal Church, later this month will offer its first "Perfect Paws Pet Ministry" aimed at giving area pooches and their owners improved odds at getting canines into heaven. The Danvers church plans to hold the service on the third Sunday of every month, complete with communion for the humans and special blessings for pets. Dogs will get special treats.
Church officials said well-mannered, leashed dogs are invited. People can submit a paper prayer if their pets are sick, not good around other dogs or dead. Prayers can also be offered for other types of pets, except rattle snakes.
Dogs will have a say during services because barking is encouraged. Bark a joyful noise unto the Lord.
In an ecumenical gesture, the church announced that all dogs, even atheist dogs, are welcomed to attend.
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Information from: The Salem News http://www.salemnews.com/
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