Galway Bay fm newsroom - The Church of Ireland Bishop of Tuam says he's 'horrified and saddened' by what he says is 'wanton destruction' of a church near Clifden.
The vandalism was discovered at Errislannan Church of Ireland yesterday (25/10).
Extensive damage was done to the church including the church bible being thrown through a window and the pulpit being split in two.
The altar rail was completely ripped from its fixings and thrown through the east window of the church and all lights were smashed.
The organ in the church has been smashed beyond repair.
Bishop of Tuam, the Right Reverend Patrick Rooke says he is 'horrified' by what he says is a 'devastating attack on a sacred place'.
Clifden gardaí are investigating the criminal damage at Errislannan Church of Ireland, which is used by the congregation during July and August.
Errislannan Priest in Charge, Very Reverend Stan Evans told Galway Bay fm News that he is shocked by the vandalism.
