Muffy1938 – I too was saddened by the destruction wrought by the terrible fire at the Cathedral of Notre Dame in Paris. I saw, and prayed in, that beautiful, historic building when I toured Paris on a school trip many years ago when I was just 15. It’s a blessing that the main stone portions of the structure were saved from the fire, and that so many of the artwork and relics were rescued by people willing to brave the flames and heat. I hope that the intense heat did not damage the stonework too much. I am going to send a modest donation to help rebuild the Cathedral – one small way I can participate in preserving something so lovingly created centuries ago by many people of faith. Watching the news coverage of the fire, I was particularly struck by the scenes of Parisians (and possibly visitors also), standing in the streets, singing hymns, and praying for their “Lady” of Paris. It was touching to me to see so many people, even in a bustling modern city, unashamedly expressing their faith.
