Statement on Notre Dame fire

Bishop Joe S. Vásquez, of the Diocese of Austin, issued the following statement on April 15, 2019:

"I was shocked to hear the news of the fire at Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris. It is truly sad to know that this place of worship for centuries has been partially destroyed in this tragedy. I pray that no one was hurt and we also pray for those who are battling the blaze. We, in the Diocese of Austin, pray for the people of the Cathedral parish and all the people of Paris, may Our Lady comfort and console them."