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Dear kerri, I'm writing to update you on several recent initiatives related to animals and religion at Humane Society International. This October, groups around the world celebrated animals and HSI helped dogs and their owners in Iran. Also, share your own story of how an animal has influenced your faith. The Blessing of the Animals: Celebrating Animals Worldwide The Blessing of the Animals -- held every year on or around October 4 -- has become a worldwide festival celebrated by a variety of religions in recognition of our animal friends. This year, HSI asked many of the groups we work with around the globe to share with us their celebrations of this event. From Peru to Saipan to Cameroon, churches and communities came together to honor all animals. Iran: Government Crackdown on Pets Halted Harassment of petkeepers by officials in Tehran subsided in mid-October after an international outcry that included a formal letter of protest from HSI and a one-hour Voice of America Farsi-language broadcast on the subject that reached an estimated 14 million Iranian homes. Read Dr. Unti's account of how he helped give pets and the people who love them a voice. Share Your Story: How Has an Animal Influenced Your Faith? The new Animals & Religion program works with religious institutions and individuals to spread compassion for all animals. We want to hear your inspirational stories of how animals have played a meaningful role in your spiritual life. Click here to submit your story now! Our supporters and advocates are the key to the success of HSI's efforts to protect animals from cruel and inhumane treatment. If you have suggestions for improving our communications with you, please contact us at [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sincerely, Andrew Rowan Chief Executive Officer Humane Society International P.S. Don't forget to invite your friends to join our online community and speak up for animals, too. Copyright ©2007 Humane Society International (HSI) | All Rights Reserved. Humane Society International | 2100 L Street, NW | Washington, DC 20037 USA [EMAIL PROTECTED] | 301-258-3010 | www.hsi.org This message was sent to [EMAIL PROTECTED] Visit your subscription management page to modify your email communication preferences or update your personal profile. To stop ALL email from HSI Global, click to remove yourself from our lists (or reply via email with "remove or unsubscribe" in the subject line). http://www.chooseveg.com/meet-your-meat.asp The world is a dangerous place to live; not because of the people who are evil, but because of the people who don't do anything about it. -Albert Einstein __________________________________________________ Do You Yahoo!? Tired of spam? Yahoo! Mail has the best spam protection around http://mail.yahoo.com