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The Apparitions of Our Lady of Lourdes
In 1858, in the small town of Lourdes in southwestern France, a series of Marian apparitions marked a turning point in modern Catholic devotion. The Virgin Mary appeared eighteen times to a young girl named Bernadette Soubirous near a grotto by the river Gave, delivering messages centered on prayer, conversion, and humility.
Bernadette Soubirous and the Message of Lourdes
Bernadette Soubirous was a humble and uneducated girl, chosen to convey a message rooted in simplicity and spiritual sincerity. During one of the apparitions, the Virgin identified herself as the Immaculate Conception, a declaration that deeply impressed Church authorities and strengthened Marian devotion worldwide.
Lourdes as a Place of Healing and Pilgrimage
Following the apparitions, Lourdes rapidly became one of the most important pilgrimage destinations in the Catholic world. The spring revealed at the grotto has been associated with numerous accounts of physical and spiritual healing, carefully examined over time by Church authorities.
Faith, Suffering, and Hope
Lourdes is especially known for welcoming the sick and those seeking comfort. The message of Our Lady of Lourdes does not promise the absence of suffering, but offers hope, compassion, and spiritual renewal through prayer and trust.
February 11 and the Devotion to Our Lady of Lourdes
The liturgical feast of Our Lady of Lourdes commemorates the first apparition and highlights the deep spiritual significance of this Marian devotion. The date has also been associated with prayer for the sick, reinforcing the strong connection between Lourdes and compassion for human suffering.
A Moment of Prayer and Reflection
This devotion invites the faithful to turn to Our Lady of Lourdes in moments of need, seeking strength, consolation, and spiritual healing. Her message continues to inspire prayer, humility, and trust across generations.
Devotional Medals of Our Lady of Lourdes
Devotional medals dedicated to Our Lady of Lourdes are cherished symbols of prayer and remembrance. Wearing or gifting a Lourdes medal serves as a quiet expression of trust and devotion, closely connected to the message of the apparitions.
You can explore our selection of Our Lady of Lourdes medals, including the Our Lady of Lourdes Gold Plated Medal and the Sterling Silver Our Lady of Lourdes Medal, available on Vatican Gift.