“But ask the animals, and they will teach you.” (Job 12:7)
Unity of Arlington serves more than just humans -- we create sacred space for our beloved animal community as well with our Animal Ministry, Sacred Paws.
Animals are valuable members of our families and community. Indeed, pets are some of our greatest spiritual teachers.
Our Sacred Paws volunteers offer support for pet owners in our congregation, outreach projects, and other resources in our local community.
Sacred Paws is active and visible throughout the year to coordinate a variety of volunteer service projects.
Annual Blessing of the Animals
It’s Pet Blessing time for the Sacred Paws Animal Ministry! Everyone come on out to our favorite fall event!
Bring your four legged fur babies - dogs, cats, rabbits, gerbils, and rats!
Snakes, birds, goats, horses, turtles! We’ll bless them all. Pet too big or unruly to bring? No worries, bring a photo of your pet and we’ll bless them that way!
The Arlington Animal Services Shelter Bus will be on-site with adorable, adoptable pets!!
When: Saturday, October 3, 2026
Where: Unity of Arlington
Time: 10:00am to 12:00 Noon
Come join in the fun: Pet Blessings, Face Painting, Music & Games, Prizes & Raffles, Snacks & Drinks
Bring your beloved companion—or just bring your love for animals!
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Scenes from previous community-wide Blessing of the Animals events.
Rev. Becky and her team offer blessings for the animals and each family receives a blessing certificate.