R. Jared Staudt, Catholic World Report
Friday, September 26, 2025
No theologian likes being asked about the mortal fate of beloved pets, as it’s sure to hurt feelings. With the feast of St. Francis of Assisi, the patron saint of animals, approaching October 4th, I was asked to wade into this increasingly sensitive topic. In short, having lost a sense of our own dignity, we view ourselves more like animals and, in turn, view them more like humans. God gave us animals as a blessing, to help provide for our needs and to assist us in fulfilling our earthly mission.
