Fire at Notre Dame, a Catholic icon, was made even more heartbreaking by the timing

Paris • A symbol of Paris, a triumph of Gothic architecture and one of the most visited monuments in the world, the Cathedral of Notre Dame is a beloved icon for millions across the globe. But for many in this largely Catholic country, especially for the most faithful, the medieval masterpiece is a sacred space that serves as the spiritual as well as the cultural heart of France.So as it burned on Monday — during Holy Week, which precedes Easter — Parisians gathered on the other