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22 May 2013
Final Day, Four Days of Photos From Lourdes
Today is the last of four days of photos from Sr. Anne Francis and Sr. Bernardine's visit to Lourdes. Accompanying the photos have been commentary from Sr. Anne Francis.
Pilgrims from all over the world who come here immerse themselves in the grottos, 17 pools (6 for men and 11 for women).
Here is where I was able to see and witness faith uniting all. Everyone was kind and loving. There seemed to be an infusion of love to every soul. Strangers smiled and waved at one another. This was a moment to behold as one watched and felt the Spirit of Gold reign in the hearts of all. I shall live to savor those very beautiful moments for the rest of my life.
Pilgrimage To Lourdes
Pilgrims from all over the world who come here immerse themselves in the grottos, 17 pools (6 for men and 11 for women).
Here is where I was able to see and witness faith uniting all. Everyone was kind and loving. There seemed to be an infusion of love to every soul. Strangers smiled and waved at one another. This was a moment to behold as one watched and felt the Spirit of Gold reign in the hearts of all. I shall live to savor those very beautiful moments for the rest of my life.
21 May 2013
Day Three of Four Days of Photos From Lourdes
Beginning two days ago, plus today and tomorrow, we will post photos from Sr. Anne Francis and Sr. Bernardine's visit to Lourdes. Accompanying the photos will be commentary from Sr. Anne Francis.
As you might already have known, Lourdes lies south of Paris in the foothill of the Pyrenees mountains.
The Grotto of Massabielle is the site of St. Bernadette’s visions of the Virgin Mary in 1858. The Blessed Virgin is said to have pointed out a previously undiscovered spring into the grotto and instructed Bernadette to drink from it.
The spring water is believed to possess healing powers from our Blessed Mother, and the Church officially recognizes miraculous healing. (continued tomorrow)
Pilgrimage To Lourdes
As you might already have known, Lourdes lies south of Paris in the foothill of the Pyrenees mountains.
The Grotto of Massabielle is the site of St. Bernadette’s visions of the Virgin Mary in 1858. The Blessed Virgin is said to have pointed out a previously undiscovered spring into the grotto and instructed Bernadette to drink from it.
The spring water is believed to possess healing powers from our Blessed Mother, and the Church officially recognizes miraculous healing. (continued tomorrow)
20 May 2013
Day Two of Four Days of Photos From Lourdes
Yesterday, today and for two days to follow we will post photos from Sr. Anne Francis and Sr. Bernardine's visit to Lourdes. Accompanying the photos will be commentary from Sr. Anne Francis.
When mother Jacqueline told me that I would be a companion to Sr. Bernardine I was taken by surprise, and it took me a while to think over about the words I had just heard from her. Yes indeed I was going to be part of this wonderful history of our faith. (continued tomorrow)
Pilgrimage To Lourdes
When mother Jacqueline told me that I would be a companion to Sr. Bernardine I was taken by surprise, and it took me a while to think over about the words I had just heard from her. Yes indeed I was going to be part of this wonderful history of our faith. (continued tomorrow)
19 May 2013
Four days of photos from Lourdes
Today and for three days to follow we will post photos from Sr. Anne Francis and Sr. Bernardine's visit to Lourdes. Accompanying the photos will be commentary from Sr. Anne Francis.
I had always read about Lourdes and even heard stories about the place. Never at any time of my life have I ever dreamt of ever stepping my feet in that historic place. (continued tomorrow)
Pilgrimage To Lourdes
I had always read about Lourdes and even heard stories about the place. Never at any time of my life have I ever dreamt of ever stepping my feet in that historic place. (continued tomorrow)
13 May 2013
12 May 2013
Fr. Schall and Lord Peter Wimsey
A fascinating article from one of our former chaplains, Fr. James V. Schall, S.J. Fr. Schall has a legendary reputation as a professor and scholar at Georgetown University, and he retired this year.
http://www.thecatholicthing.org/columns/2013/a-liberal-education-reading-lord-peter-wimsey.html
Sr. Mary Roberta Viano, VHM
http://www.thecatholicthing.org/columns/2013/a-liberal-education-reading-lord-peter-wimsey.htmlSr. Mary Roberta Viano, VHM
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