Hagerstown Area Religious Council
The Hagerstown Area Religious Council (HARC) is a coalition of churches and houses of faith in the Hagerstown area of Washington County.
A Day to Celebrate! Blessing of the Animals
The Feast of Saint Francis is observed by Christians around the world every year on or about October 4 to commemorate the life of St. Francis of Assisi, the patron saint of animals and the environment. St. Mark’s will celebrate this Feast on Saturday, September 25, 2021 from 10 AM to Noon with a special service in our parking lot located next to Girls’ Inc. Please bring your pets under restraint or in a pet carrier for a special blessing.
Please join us for this unique service with participation and traditions across different faiths. This service will feature a community choir. If you’d like to participate, please arrive by 2:45 pm. Free and open to the public.
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