First Lutheran Church had the Blessing of the Animals at 1 p.m. in the afternoon. The Rev. Mark E. Swanson, pastor, presided at the brief outdoor service and blessing. Special treats were prepared for both the pets and their owners. This begins a new annual event for First Lutheran Church.

First Lutheran Church had the Blessing of the Animals at 1 p.m. in the afternoon. The Rev. Mark E. Swanson, pastor, presided at the brief outdoor service and blessing. Special treats were prepared for both the pets and their owners. This begins a new annual event for First Lutheran Church.