New Utrecht Reformed Church blesses pets during annual ceremony
BENSONHURST — Pets are blessings for many people, and on Saturday, Sept. 14, Bensonhurst’s New Utrecht Reformed Church decided to bless some pets in return at its annual Blessing of the Animals.
Pastor E.J. Emerson invited neighbors from all around to bring their pets to the historic church’s lawn at 8301-8323 18th Avenue for a blessing.
She described Saturday’s pet blessing at New Utrecht Reformed Church as, “A joyful occasion for all who attended. We hosted two cats and about 20 dogs, all different breeds and all wonderfully friendly. I felt especially honored that several pet owners asked me to bless them, too. What an honor.”