News Blessing of the Animals at St. John by Transcript Staff • October 7, 2021 • 0 Comments To begin the Blessing of the Animals on Sunday, Oct. 3, Father Walter Connelly offers a general prayer and blessing to all in attendance. Journey cared for by Judy Van Koomian awaits his blessing at St. John’s Episcopal Church. Great pets, they don’t eat much, or bark, just ask Matthew and Evelyn Bandar.