All cases
Consecrated hosts and liturgical items stolen from Saint-Germain Church
September 28, 2025, FranceOn 28 September 2025, a church in Aix-Noulette was targeted in a break-in involving the forced opening of the tabernacle and the theft of consecrated hosts. The incident constitutes a serious desecration in the Catholic context.
Cross Vandalised with Wax in Krefeld Church
September 27, 2025, GermanyA valuable cross at St. Dionysius Church in Krefeld, Germany was severely damaged with wax, highlighting a pattern of escalating attacks on Christian institutions.
Vandalism Reported at Preston Wynne Church
September 27, 2025, United KingdomPolice investigated vandalism at a rural Herefordshire church after furniture was displaced and fire extinguishers were emptied.
Inverted Pentagram Sprayed on Dornbach Parish Church Wall in Vienna
September 26, 2025, AustriaA satanic symbol was deliberately painted on the exterior of Dornbach Parish Church, prompting concerns over targeted anti-Christian provocation.
Vandalism at Burneside’s St Oswald’s Church
September 26, 2025, United KingdomVandalism at St Oswald’s Church in Burneside, Kendal left facilities damaged, hymn books scattered, and a lychgate broken.
Bavarian Court Upholds Right to Peaceful Prayer in Public
September 23, 2025, GermanyIn a landmark decision, the Bavarian Higher Administrative Court has ruled that there is no general 100-metre exclusion zone (“Bannmeile”) around medical practices that could prohibit peaceful prayer or assembly. The court rejected a ban of the city of Regensburg against a prayer gathering of a Christian group near an abortion facility, arguing that there was no evidence whatsoever that the group’s behaviour had caused any form of harassment or intimidation.
RTVE Issues Apology After Describing Evangelicals as “Dangerous”
September 22, 2025, SpainSpain’s public broadcaster RTVE issued a formal apology after a television segment described the growth of Evangelical churches in the country as “dangerous,” attracting significant criticism. The broadcaster acknowledged errors in its coverage and sought to address complaints from religious organisations and viewers.
Faces of Religious Statues Defaced Again in Prayer Garden
September 20, 2025, AustriaStatues of Jesus and Mary were desecrated with black paint and graffiti in a repeat act of vandalism at Vienna’s prayer garden, prompting condemnation from local officials.
Christian Schools in Slovakia at Risk after School Funding Reform
September 19, 2025, SlovakiaThe Slovak government has introduced a proposal to reform state subsidies for private and church schools. Under the new policy, full funding would be limited to schools that meet specific public-service criteria, including enrolling at least 70% of students from local school districts, refraining from charging tuition, and signing contracts as public education providers. Christian leaders and private school associations have raised concerns that the reform could undermine parental rights and threaten the sustainability of faith-based education.
Sculpture of Jesus Vandalised in Les Arcs-sur-Argens Church
September 18, 2025, FranceA plaster statue of Jesus was damaged in a church in Les Arcs-sur-Argens, France, following a failed robbery, raising concerns about repeated attacks on religious property. The parish priest denounced the repeated targeting of the church and condemned the act of desecration.