Dramatic Advent: Pastor in Fischbach loses control!

Dramatic Advent: Pastor in Fischbach loses control!

In the Styrian parish of Fischbach, a dramatic incident occurred on Saturday evening during the blessing of the Advent wreaths that shocked the assembled community. At the beginning of the celebration, the local priest lost his nerve and rioted violently. Loud Diocese of Graz-Seckau The clergyman, who was already in poor health, had to be hospitalized after a nervous breakdown. Eyewitnesses reported that during the celebration the priest loudly insulted the mass guests and threw objects, which led to tumultuous scenes in the church.

The situation escalated to such an extent that the Red Cross and the police had to be called to bring the priest, who needed to be calmed down, out of the church. The diocese acknowledged that the priest had previously been offered help but had been refused. Vicar General Erich Linhardt expressed great regret and apologized both for the incident and on behalf of the priest, who “obviously has completely lost control of himself.” The congregation will now be looked after by a team from the pastoral care room during this difficult time, while the priest will undergo lengthy medical treatment before returning to the parish if his health allows him to do so the “Krone” reported.

On the first Sunday of Advent, the day after the incident, a discussion with the congregation took place. Linhardt also announced that he would lead the Christmas service in Fischbach on Christmas Day. The incident has caused a wave of consternation among believers and, given the dramatic scenes, leaves a clear mark.