Parish of St. Pius X’s outdoor grounds vandalized overnight, 3 angel statues toppled
The Parish grounds of St. Pius X in central El Paso was vandalized overnight. Three angel statues that were located on the parish grounds outdoors, were toppled over and broken. No damage was done inside of any of the buildings on the parish grounds.
A police report has been filed with the El Paso Police department. Security measures were in place on the parish grounds and the parish is cooperating with law enforcement in helping identify any potential suspects.
“We are saddened at the damage that was done at St. Pius X,” Bishop Mark Seitz said.“These holy images are important to us because they serve as signs and reminders of God’s closeness and God’s care for us,” he added.
“At the same time, we recognize that these are things that can be repaired and replaced. We are grateful to God that no one was physically hurt in this violent outburst, because human beings are the most beautiful and irreplaceable images of God. We pray that whoever carried out this senseless act will receive the help they need,” Bishop Seitz ended.
A police report has been filed with the El Paso Police department. Security measures were in place on the parish grounds and the parish is cooperating with law enforcement in helping identify any potential suspects.
“We are saddened at the damage that was done at St. Pius X,” Bishop Mark Seitz said.“These holy images are important to us because they serve as signs and reminders of God’s closeness and God’s care for us,” he added.
“At the same time, we recognize that these are things that can be repaired and replaced. We are grateful to God that no one was physically hurt in this violent outburst, because human beings are the most beautiful and irreplaceable images of God. We pray that whoever carried out this senseless act will receive the help they need,” Bishop Seitz ended.