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The Straits Times (Singapore)
January 12, 2007 Friday
Vandalism and theft at Armenian Church in Singapore
RECENTLY, on three separate occasions, the oldest Christian church in
Singapore, St Gregory the Illuminator Armenian Apostolic Church, was
vandalised. At first, graffiti was sprayed on the outside wall. Then
money was stolen twice from the donation box. The latest incident
occurred during the holiday season.
As a volunteer of the church, I am truly ashamed for the person who
defaced this religious site and walked away with the money. This is
not only vandalism of a national heritage site but also disrespectful
of the sanctity of the Church.
This historic monument, which is open to the public, must at all
times remain a safe haven for prayers and reflection. Violators,
please leave your paint cans at home and keep your sticky fingers
away.
January 12, 2007 Friday
Vandalism and theft at Armenian Church in Singapore
RECENTLY, on three separate occasions, the oldest Christian church in
Singapore, St Gregory the Illuminator Armenian Apostolic Church, was
vandalised. At first, graffiti was sprayed on the outside wall. Then
money was stolen twice from the donation box. The latest incident
occurred during the holiday season.
As a volunteer of the church, I am truly ashamed for the person who
defaced this religious site and walked away with the money. This is
not only vandalism of a national heritage site but also disrespectful
of the sanctity of the Church.
This historic monument, which is open to the public, must at all
times remain a safe haven for prayers and reflection. Violators,
please leave your paint cans at home and keep your sticky fingers
away.