In response to Bishop Gutierrez’ call in Fall 2023 to establish an Animal Ministry at our diocese churches, we have done just that. All animals are God’s creatures and we have used this opportunity to think about ways we can help and serve shelter animals, our companion pets, and those who care for all of these animals. 

We are just starting this exciting new ministry so we would love to hear of any ideas you may have. 

Anne Anspach and Jen Tucker

SHELTER ANIMAL VOLUNTEERS

Many of our local animal shelters are in desperate need of volunteers. The jobs vary from walking dogs to donating food and bedding to cleaning cages. This is such a rewarding job and the animals benefit from your attention. 

Contact us about the shelters that could use your help!

TAKE A SHELTER DOG OUT FOR A DAY

Many shelters are in need of volunteers who will give a shelter dog a daylong or several hours respite and take it for a walk around our 42-acre campus or take it to work to just hang out. It has been proven that dogs greatly benefit from time away from the shelter, are more likely to be adopted (especially if you post a pic of your new furry friend on social media) and the person who adopts the dog for a day is happier. It is a win-win! 

Contact us about shelters where you can foster a dog for a day!

FOSTER PET ADOPTIONS

St. Thomas’ Church Whitemarsh has teamed up with Home At Last dog fostering program and Stray Cat Blues cat fostering program to host adoption events regularly. We have averaged 10 dog and 4 cat adoptions per event. There are many ways that we can help these excellent organizations - just look at their websites. You can also help us at the Meet and Greet events.

Our next Meet and Greet adoption events are scheduled at our Parish House MacColl Auditorium on:

Saturday, October 19, 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Saturday, December 28, 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM