St. Francis of Assisi: Blessing of the Animals
Used with permission from The Humane Society of the United States | photos by Vincent Astor, Memphis Calvary Episcopal Church
Used with permission from The Humane Society of the United States | photos by Vincent Astor, Memphis Calvary Episcopal Church
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