Blessing of the Pets at ULM Oct. 4

University of Louisiana at Monroe pets could get the leg up on their animal competition Tuesday, Oct. 4 at 5 p.m. in Bayou Park as the ULM Catholic Campus Ministry holds the annual Blessing of the Pets.

Regardless of religious affiliation, all faculty, staff and students may bring their pets by for a special blessing, officiated by the Rev. Job Edathinatt.

The custom is connected with St. Francis of Assisi's feast day and reputation as the patron saint of animals.

For more information, contact the ULM Catholic Student Center at 318-343-4897.