Church in Hasnon Targeted in Break-In Involving Profanation and Theft of Sacred Vessels
Saint‑Marcelin‑et‑Saint‑Pierre Church was broken into; the sacristy door and tabernacles were forced and several liturgical objects, including ciboria, calices and patens, were stolen. The incident has been described as profanation by church authorities.
The incident was discovered on 17 September 2025 at the Church of Saint-Marcellin and Saint Peter, when the parish priest found evidence of a nighttime intrusion. The sacristy door had been forced, the tabernacles opened, and liturgical objects including ciboria, chalices, and patens were stolen.
The case combines elements of theft with clear indicators of desecration. The deliberate targeting and opening of the tabernacles, which hold particular religious significance in Catholic practice, suggests a motive extending beyond financial gain.
The incident was officially described by the diocese of Cambrai as profanation. The parish priest, Jean Carnelet, reported the case to authorities, and a formal complaint was filed.
In response, a Mass of reparation was scheduled for 18 September 2025, reflecting the religious significance attributed to the violation. Police investigations are ongoing, and no suspects have been identified.
Source: christianophobie