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The Feast of Our Lady of Lourdes: Five Fascinating Facts from the Apparitions
On February 11, the Catholic Church celebrates the feast of Our Lady of Lourdes, commemorating the 1858 apparitions of the Blessed Virgin Mary to a young girl named Bernadette Soubirous in Lourdes, France. These apparitions, which occurred 18 times, have become one of the most significant Marian events in the Church's history, with millions of pilgrims visiting the Sanctuary of Our Lady of Lourdes to seek healing and grace. As we reflect on these miraculous events, here are five fascinating facts about the apparitions that continue to inspire devotion around the world.
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2/11/2025 (1 month ago)
Published in Christian Saints & Heroes
Keywords: Apparition, Marian Apparition, Mary, Our Lady of Lourdes
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