(Michigan City, IN) - Police in Michigan City are investigating vandalism at a Catholic church.
On Thursday morning police were called to St. Mary the Immaculate Conception Parish, which is located on 11th Street across from Marquette High School. Arriving for Mass, the priest found the exterior door damaged and disarray in the sanctuary.
According to a police report, an odd layer of dust covered the floor and a piano by the altar. Candles and broken glass were scattered on the floor. The stained-glass window on the confessional was damaged, and a statue of St. Joseph was smashed.
No suspects have been identified, as Michigan City Police continue to investigate.
According to the parish, the damages were extensive enough to cancel all activities in the church until December 9. In the meantime, all Masses will be moved to Queen of All Saints at the regularly scheduled times. The following message was posted on the parish Facebook page:
"It is with great sadness that we acknowledge the desecration of St. Mary’s Church on Wednesday evening. The extensive damage sustained inside and outside the church will require significant repairs. Until at least December 9, all Masses and sacramental services will be relocated to Queen of All Saints Church. Our victory and consolation is always in Christ. Let us pray for those who involve themselves in violent acts, trusting with confidence in the love and mercy of the Lord. All Masses will be moved to Queen of All Saints at the regularly scheduled times."
