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San Francisco de Asís celebrations held across multiple countries
Various communities are holding events to honor San Francisco de Asís, the patron saint of animals and ecology.
In Spain, the Official College of Veterinarians of Madrid (COLVEMA) is hosting an academic-professional ceremony to recognize veterinary professionals and new talent. In Chiclana, a falconry offering will include a posthumous tribute to Father Pepe Amalio.
In Ecuador, Guayaquil and Quito are organizing pet blessings. In Quito, the ceremony at Plaza de San Francisco has been moved to October 3 to accommodate the church schedule. Guayaquil will host activities in Vía a la Costa and the downtown area, as well as in various cemeteries.
In Chile, the Archdiocese of Santiago is offering pet blessings both in person and online via Zoom to accommodate large crowds. In Mexico, the San Francisco de Asís parish in Ramos Arizpe is launching a food drive for families in need as part of its Divine Providence initiative.
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Guayaquil · Parques de la Paz · Quito · Saint Francis of Assisi · San Andrés Apóstol Parish
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- [○ 1 SOURCE] The Quito event will include animal care and feeding campaigns supported by veterinarians and companies. www.elcomercio.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The San Andrés Apóstol parish in Guayaquil will hold a pet blessing on Saturday, October 3, at 17:00. www.elcomercio.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The blessing of pets is a sacramental tradition related to the feast of Saint Francis of Assisi. www.elcomercio.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Pet blessing masses will be held on Sunday, October 4, at four cemeteries: La Aurora, Pascuales, Durán, and El Fortín. www.elcomercio.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The pet blessing in Quito's Plaza de San Francisco has been moved to Saturday, October 3, 2026, at 15:00. www.elcomercio.com