After having their horses blessed, dozens of horseback riders
began their trek up the De Anza Trail head in San Juan
Bautista.
Also with this story: a photo gallery of more animals being
blessed.
Father Edward Fitz’henry, left, of Mission San Juan Bautista, gives a final prayer during a Blessing of the Horse ceremony at the De Anza Trail head in San Juan Bautista. After having their horses blessed, dozens of horseback riders began their trek up the historic trail.
See more animals being blessed in our photo gallery.
