Third Mystery: The Holy Spirit and the Church
The third mystery reminds us of the ecclesial dimension of the apparitions. Mary asked Bernadette to “build a chapel” and to come in procession.
The third mystery reminds us of the ecclesial dimension of the apparitions. Mary asked Bernadette to “build a chapel” and to come in procession.
This first mystery plunges us into the very heart of the message of Lourdes. “I am the Immaculate Conception”: it is with these words that the Lady revealed herself to Bernadette.
Attributed to Saint Bernard, this prayer expresses absolute confidence in the mercy of the Virgin. A powerful prayer for help.
Lourdes is the land of miracles, but above all of healed hearts. This fourth mystery is a hymn of gratitude.
In this second moment of prayer, we turn to Mary as a compassionate Mother. At Lourdes, she showed herself to Bernadette not as distant, but close.
Often recited at the end of the rosary, the prayer to Saint Michael the Archangel is an invocation of protection against evil.
The last mystery of this series opens our hearts to the dimensions of the world. Just as Mary looked at Bernadette with tenderness, we pray here for all humanity.
The third mystery reminds us of the ecclesial dimension of the apparitions. Mary asked Bernadette to “build a chapel” and to come in procession.
Saint Bernadette often defined herself as a “poor person”. This prayer, which she composed herself, is a masterpiece of spiritual humility.
Lourdes is the land of miracles, but above all of healed hearts. This fourth mystery is a hymn of gratitude.