"New Yorkers, like people all over the world, were stunned and saddened watching Notre Dame Cathedral in flames, even as we were inspired by the faith of the people of France that their iconic cathedral would soon be restored," Cardinal Dolan told OSV News.

John J. DeGioia said in a Nov. 21 letter informing the school of his decision that the move was "the most difficult decision I have ever made."

As we come to the end of the liturgical calendar, we discuss endings. In Heaven only love is necessary.