Lititz United Methodist Church (LUMC), 201 Market St., Lititz, will host a "Blessing of the Animals" service on Sunday, Oct. 2, at 2 p.m. This special outreach service will offer an opportunity to bless family pets and celebrate their friendship. All kinds of pets may participate, and each will receive an individual prayer and blessing.

LUMC lay pastor Paul A. Miller will deliver a short message during the service, and those who have lost a pet are encouraged to bring a photograph and place it on a special remembrance table. Ashes of deceased pets will also be blessed, if desired. Following the service, treats will be served for pets and their people.

The service will be held in the church pavilion area. In the case of rain, the service will be held in the church social hall.

The event, which is in its 21st year, is open to the community. For more information, contact LUMC at 717-626-2710.