Two days ago, the statues of Our Lady on Apparition Hill were vandalized. If that were not bad enough, the outdoor altar behind St. James church was set on fire. This is tragic and reveals some of the “darkness and peacelessness ruling in many hearts”, a message Our Lady came to tell us about on July 25. But here is the opportunity for the believer. There are many who are being deceived about what is happening in Medjugorje. And, while we are not called to change their minds, we can share what we know to be true. Let us consider some of the objections raised against Medjugorje in the news following this tragedy. Then, let’s bring those objections into a better light so that we may see more clearly this gift from God.