Medjugorje parish urges forgiveness after vandalism and arson at shrine
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Medjugorje's parish condemned overnight vandalism that damaged a Marian image and lit an outdoor altar on fire, urging believers to respond with prayer, fasting and forgiveness rather than revenge; the shrine remains open, repairs are underway, and police have arrested a suspect as investigators seek motive and possible links to other acts.
- Medjugorje parish condemns vandalism, urges prayer and forgiveness Vatican News
- Vandals deface Our Lady statues, set fire to altar at Medjugorje shrine EWTN News
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- Desecration of Marian statue and altar in Medjugorje investigated The Catholic Herald
- Catholic pilgrimage site of Medjugorje desecrated RTE.ie
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