Blessing of animals slated at South River church

Holy Trinity Episcopal Church, 90 Leonardine Ave., South River, will hold a blessing of the animals in honor of St. Francis of Assisi at 9:45 a.m. on Sept. 29 on the parish lawn.

All pets must be on a leash or in a cage, container or crate. In case of inclement weather, the blessing will take place in the parish hall. For more information, call (732) 254-1734.