Last Friday, Bishop John D’Arcy spoke at an event sponsored by the St. Thomas More Society of the Notre Dame Law School:

In his response to University President Father John Jenkins’ April 5 announcement that the "Monologues" would not be prohibited on campus, D’Arcy said he was "deeply saddened" by the decision.

He told audience members Friday that this difference of opinion has affected his connection with the current administration.

"I’ve always had a very good relationship with three [University] presidents," he said. "It’s under stress now. I don’t enjoy that."

D’Arcy never referred to "The Vagina Monologues" by its name Friday, calling it instead "the play."

"This is Notre Dame," he said. "We dare to say it is the school of Our Lady. … This place has a special obligation."