In Lourdes, Mary, Mother of the Church
At Lourdes Mary, our Mother, Mother of the Church. Since 11 February 1858, huge crowds have been coming to Lourdes to entrust themselves to Mary.
Celebrating Pentecost in Lourdes
Celebrating Pentecost in Lourdes. At the Lourdes Sanctuary, all liturgical celebrations
are celebrated in a special way. Pentecost marks the coming of the Holy Spirit.
Celebrate Ascension Day in Lourdes
The Sanctuary of Lourdes celebrates this great feast with pilgrims from all over the world. Come and experience the Feast of the Ascension in Lourdes. The feast of the Ascension celebrates Jesus’ ascension to God, his Father. It is celebrated … Continued
The Catholic Church in France is preparing to welcome Leo XIV
Since his election a year ago, Pope Leo XIV has been asked by several bishops to visit France. Cardinal Jean-Marc Aveline, on behalf of the French Bishops’ Conference, of which he is president, and in consultation with the Apostolic Nuncio, … Continued
Month of May, Mont of Mary
The Sanctuary is celebrating the 150th anniversary of the canonical coronation of the statue of Our Lady of Lourdes, an honour bestowed by the Pope on only very rare occasions. This tradition of the Church encourages the devotion of the … Continued
25th March, Feast of the Annunciation
25th March 1858, the Lady says her name: “I am the Immaculate Conception” Nine months before Christmas and the celebration of the birth of Christ, the Catholic Church commemorates the Annunciation, the announcement made to Mary of the imminent birth … Continued
2026 in Lourdes: ‘Hail, full of grace, the Lord is with thee’
Starting in 2026, the Sanctuary of Lourdes will open a new three-year spiritual journey, based on the Gospel according to Saint Luke. Three years to walk with Mary, guided by her faith, her hope and her praise. The year 2026 … Continued
Saint Joseph, Patron of Fathers of Families
The father of Jesus is considered the patron saint of fathers. The Sanctuary invites you to celebrate Saint Joseph on 19 March in Lourdes. Husband of the Virgin Mary, gentle Saint Joseph, the foster father, the educator, remains a model … Continued
Celebrating Holy Week and Easter in Lourdes
Beginning on Ash Wednesday, 18th February, Lent is a period of preparation for Easter, which celebrates the Resurrection of Jesus Christ. The Sanctuary of Our Lady of Lourdes calls us to rejoice at this time when peace is under threat. … Continued
Appointment of Dr Giada Monami
Permanent doctor of the Bureau of Medical Observations From mid-April 2026, Dr Giada Monami will take up the position of permanent physician at the Bureau of Medical Observations at the Sanctuary of Our Lady of Lourdes. The first woman to … Continued
