Minor damage to the rectory, with no injuries

Fr. Carter reports: On the evening of April 17, 2024, in a planned military training operation that took place in the vicinity of the Basilica of Sts. Peter and Paul, downwash from the rotor blades of a helicopter caused damage to the rectory roof, and this resulted in the fig tree planted at the southeast corner being damaged. It does not seem that anything else was damaged, and no one was hurt. We are already in contact with officials to remedy the situation. I ask you to join me in thanking God that this was the extent of the complications experienced last night, and I ask you to continue to pray for the safety and well-being of the brave men and women of our U. S. Military, law enforcement, and all who serve the common good. - Fr. David Carter