Statue of Mary Stands as Symbol of Hope for Devastated Neighborhood and Beyond

Among the many areas devastated by Hurricane Sandy was the Breezy Point neighborhood of Queens in the City of New York. A statue of the Blessed Virgin Mary survived the storm and continues to stand in this neighborhood, serving as a symbol of hope in the midst of the tragedy that overwhelmed the neighborhood and its people.

Media reports:

New York Times: Amid the Ashes, a Statue of Mary Stands as a Symbol of Survival (16 NOV 12)

DisasterPictures: Virgin Mary Statue is all that remains after Sandy Hit Breezy Point in Queens NY (1 NOV 12)

Ascension Earth: Breezy Point Madonna Stands Vigilant Amid Rubble