Briefly In Religion

Food drive for Resource Center

In October, the Laguna Presbyterian Church is collecting non-perishable food items to contribute to the Laguna Resource Center to help working poor families. Food items requested include one pound packets of rice and beans, cans of tuna or vegetables, cold cereal, oatmeal, and boxes of macaroni and cheese.

Items may be brought after the Sunday services to the patio on Second Street, or may be taken to the church office during the week. The church is at 415 Forest Ave. For more information, call Rick Shoemaker at (949) 497-9104.

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Blessing of the Animals

All Laguna Beach pets, great and small, and their owners are invited to attend St. Francis Day Evensong and Blessing of the Animals from 4 to 5 p.m. Sunday at St. Mary’s Episcopal Church Outdoor Sanctuary.

Music provided by St. Mary’s Choir. Refreshments for all creatures to follow. For additional information or directions contact the parish office at parishoffice@stmaryslb.org or call (949) 494-3542.