Bring sociable animals, photos of pets, and stuffed animals for a special worship service focused on all God’s creatures. September 18, 2022, 10:30 am on the lawn of Pilgrim Church, 55 Coolidge Ave, Lexington.

“Animals remind us of the amazing diversity, beauty and complexity of God’s creation, as well as its fragility. They bless our lives in countless ways, so it is fitting that we take time to remember and give thanks for the gift of their being. At a time when our creation and climate are threatened by our destructive, human environmental practices and policies, they embody our call to be responsible stewards of God’s creation. What a fitting witness, here in the shadow of the Capitol, of the very real impact of our public policy decisions on climate and the environment.” Sandy Sorenson, director of the UCC offices in Washington, D.C.