Join us in celebrating the Feast of St. Francis, a day dedicated to honoring God's gift of animals and our role as stewards of creation. St. Francis of Assisi, known for his radical commitment to the gospel, treated all creatures with love and respect. Colossians 1:15-20 emphasizes the role of Jesus in creation, affirming the intrinsic value and purpose of every part of creation. Our relationships with pets reflect God's unconditional love, and we are called to live out the gospel by caring for animals, the environment, and our communities. Discover practical steps to embody this message in your daily life, from treating animals with kindness to supporting environmental stewardship and community involvement. Embrace the challenge to love like St. Francis and reflect God's love to the world. Keywords: St. Francis, Feast of St. Francis, God's creation, animals, stewardship, Colossians 1:15-20, gospel, unconditional love, environmental stewardship, community involvement.

Wesley United Methodist Church - Springfield, MO