Corpus Christi Catholic Church in the suburb of Pacific Palisades has been destroyed by one of the wildfires rampaging over Los Angeles.

The fire left only the frame of the building standing. A message on the parish websitefrom Mgr Liam Kidney, the church’s pastor – accompanied by a picture of the ruined church – reads:

“My dear parishioners, here is the terribly sad news of our church and of our community this morning. The priests are safe with family and friends. Let us pray for each other during this transition.