What Makes Lourdes So Beautiful
Father Joseph Roesch, MIC, continues our virtual pilgrimage through France in Lourdes. Learn about this special place where Our Lady appeared to St. Bernadette in 1858.
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Join Fr. Joe Roesch, MIC, as he reads from the journal of Blessed George Matulaitis-Matulewicz (1871-1927), the “Renovator” of the Congregation of Marian Fathers. As both a bishop and archbishop, Blessed George was recognized for his work as an apostle of unity during tumultuous times in his native Lithuania. Throughout his life, he launched important initiatives that mobilized the laity for the greater good of the Church.
Father Joe discusses the "Miracle of the Sun" and the purpose of miracles, which draw us to a deeper faith and, if not a physical healing, then a spiritual one, the healing of our heart and soul.
The Sanctuary of Our Lady of Lourdes has four levels of basilicas and chapels.
