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    Walter Reed National Military Medical Center Holds Annual Blessings of the Animal's Ceremony

    BETHESDA, UNITED STATES

    10.08.2024

    Photo by Christian Lilakos 

    Walter Reed National Military Medical Center

    Chaplains from Walter Reed's Department of Pastoral Care conducted the Blessing of the Animals service in front of the historic Tower on Oct. 8, 2024. Walter Reed National Military Medical Center's facility dogs and Red Cross volunteer and patient service dogs assembled alongside their handlers and owners for the service, which began with remarks from Franciscan Friar Brother David W. Schlatter from the Department of Pastoral Care. He shared that he blessing of the animals is often associated with St. Francis of Assisi, the patron saint of animals, and is typically held on his feast day, Oct. 4. (DOD Photo by Christian Lilakos)

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    Date Taken: 10.08.2024
    Date Posted: 10.09.2024 14:03
    Photo ID: 8687856
    VIRIN: 241008-O-CI346-3118
    Resolution: 6000x4000
    Size: 10.1 MB
    Location: BETHESDA, US

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