The Bishop of Limassol will bless animals at a public ceremony today to mark the feast day of Saint Modestos, patron saint of animals.
Bishop Athanasios will read a message and give blessings to pets and other animals at 17:00 in the courtyard of Panagia Pantanassa church in Limassol, according to the Animal Party Cyprus.
The Bishopric of Limassol hosts the event annually. The public is invited to bring pets or any other animals to receive the church’s blessing.
The ceremony takes place on 16 December, the feast day of Saint Modestos.
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