Man Steals 2 Microphones From Church But Stops at Alter to Show Respect to God
A man sneaks into a church in Cebu City, steals two microphones, but stops at the altar to make the sign of the cross.
Stealing inside a church is an act that goes beyond just breaking the law—it also disrespects a sacred place meant for prayer and reflection. Churches are open spaces where people seek comfort, yet some individuals take advantage of this openness for theft.
Beyond legal consequences, stealing from a place of worship carries a moral weight. It contradicts the values of honesty and respect that religious institutions uphold. While some may justify it out of desperation, it remains an act that hurts both the church and its members.
Recently, a church in Cebu City became the target of a thief who broke in twice to steal microphones. The incident, which was caught on CCTV, has drawn attention online.
Security footage from Lorenzo Ruiz Parish in Barangay Tisa, Cebu City, captured a man entering the church and heading to the choir area, where he took two microphones. Before leaving, he stopped at the altar and made the sign of the cross.
A day before this break-in, two other microphones had already been stolen from the same church. A choir member shared that the church keeps one of its doors open for those who wish to pray, which may have made it easier for the thief to enter.
Despite the thefts, church officials have not yet reported the incidents to the police. They are still hopeful that the stolen microphones will be returned, either by the thief or those who may have unknowingly purchased them.
Many netizens expressed their disappointment over the act of stealing from a place of worship. Others shared their hopes that the thief would have a change of heart and return what was taken.
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