Animals that have passed, animals that are here now, and animals to come – all will be acknowledged at the 10th annual Nalandra Buddhist Institute animal blessing.
On Sunday 28 October, animal lovers and pet owners are invited to bring along their pet for a blessing from Nalandra’s spiritual leader His Eminence Zimo’g Rinpoche.
Participation is by donation to Coldstream’s Animal Aid to give homeless animals a first-rate second chance.
The event will take place at Lillydale Lake, near the community hall, at 10.30am.
Tibetan prayer flags will be visible on the right.
A vegetarian picnic lunch will follow the ceremony.
World Animal Day inspired the event, dedicated to the wellbeing of all animals past, present and future.
All are welcome to bring a pet – children can even bring their favourite animal toy – or photographs of deceased pets for blessing.
All receive blessing cords, blessed water and food.
Animal Aid volunteers will attend the blessing with dogs that are available for adoption.
