At the heart of the message of Lourdes lies compassion for the sick. This essential prayer unites us with all those suffering who come to seek comfort and hope at the Grotto. Recited daily by millions of pilgrims, it asks for strength, healing, and inner peace through the intercession of Our Lady.
Prayer Text
O ever-Immaculate Virgin, Mother of Mercy, health of the sick, refuge of sinners, comforter of the afflicted, you know my wants, my troubles, my sufferings; look with mercy on me. By appearing in the Grotto of Lourdes, you were pleased to make it a privileged sanctuary, whence you dispense your favours; and already many sufferers have obtained the cure of their infirmities, both spiritual and corporal. I come, therefore, with complete confidence to implore your maternal intercession. Obtain, O loving Mother, the grant of my requests. Through gratitude for your favours, I will endeavour to imitate your virtues, that I may one day share your glory. Amen.