AMERICA/VENEZUELA - Four churches attacked in Mérida

Mérida (Agenzia Fides) - Four Catholic churches were hit by petrol bombs and even the Apostolic Nuncio, Aldo Giordano, who is visiting the city of Mérida is the target of these attacks. The incident occurred yesterday at dawn, reports Fr. Luis Sánchez, pastor of the parish El Llano, in the area of El Llano in Merida.
Fides also received the statement of Villca Fernández, of the Movimiento Liberación (university movement), who condemns "the vile and cowardly attack" against several churches: "The attack tries to sow terror and fear among the population in Mérida.
An attack against a place of worship is an attack on religious freedom and against the historical heritage of Mérida".
The University Movement, through social networks, has immediately called for a prayer vigil in front of El Llano church to express support towards the Holy See and reject the violence of these acts. (CE) (Agenzia Fides 31/01/2015)