OUR LADY OF LOURDES
February 11 is the 150th anniversary of Our Lady of Lourdes appearance to St. Bernadette. Our Lady appeared to Bernadette 17 times between February and October of 1858. Our Lady chose Bernadette because of her simplicity and purity. If we want to enjoy the communion of the saints then we would do well to imitate their purity and humility. Blessed are the meek for they shall inherit the earth.
In honor of the anniversary of Our Lady of Lourdes Pope Benedict XVI has granted a plenary indulgence to all those who devoutly pray the rosary on this February 11th. In order to obtain this indulgence, one must also receive the sacraments of confession and Holy Communion within 7 days. One must also pray for the intentions of the Pope.