CHAPTER FORTY-SEVEN
JULY 1, 9:30 PM
ST MARY’S CHURCH
On the way into the office, I drive by St. Mary’s. I am sure the young priest will be up and working. He now has a challenging workload to handle each day. I knock on the door of the rectory, and a woman housekeeper opens the door. I ask if Father Dave is available. She indicates to come in, and she will find him.
In a couple of minutes, he appears, looking bright and energetic.
“What can I do for you today?
“I ask to see the church area where the statue was removed, and could I examine a couple of the other statues.”
“Sure, come along, and I will open the church. We never used to lock the doors, but since this last incident with Father Nicolai, I decided to lock the doors at night. We don’t want any other statues stolen or any ot
