Wheaton church to host pet blessing Oct. 5

Posted September 24, 2025 11:14 am

Submitted by Janet Mathis

All people and their pets of all kinds (stuffed animals, too!) are invited to attend the annual “Blessing of the Animals” service in the courtyard of Gary United Methodist Church, 224 N. Main St. in Wheaton.

The event will begin at 3 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 5, with prayer, Scripture and a reflection on our role as stewards over God’s good creation. After worship, the Rev. Daniel Cochran will offer individual blessings for each pet until 4 p.m. (weather permitting).

The church has vibrant music, kids, youth and adult ministries, plus opportunities for local, national and global missions. Gary Church offers worship at 9 and 11:11 a.m. Between services, there’s Sunday School for all ages, a coffee fellowship hour, plus the chapel is available for prayer and reflection. For more information, go to garychurch.org or contact the church office at office@garychurch.org.

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