Both St. Bernadette and the shrine have been the focus of numerous films, but the 2019 documentary ‘Lourdes’ — set to debut in U.S. theaters Feb. 8-9 — takes a closer look at some of those who journey to the shrine seeking relief.
What’s Lourdes’ secret? The Eucharist, reveals shrine’s chief medical officer
Vatican offers indulgence for World Day for Grandparents and the Elderly
Announcing the indulgence May 30, the Vatican said it also can apply to those who “devote adequate time to actually or virtually visiting their elderly brothers and sisters in need or in difficulty.”
Massachusetts diocese designates, trains younger priests as special ministers to sick
“They … are being trained to take the proper precautions to safeguard their health and the health of those with whom they come in contact,” according to a diocesan official.
Washington Archdiocese’s solar array touted as model for church agencies
The sun shone on Catholic Charities, literally, Oct. 17 as Washington Archbishop Wilton D. Gregory blessed a solar array installed on five acres of the agency’s land surrounding the Missionaries of Charity’s Gift of Peace home.
Pope: Proclaim God’s love through care for needy
While listening to and obeying God’s word brings healing and comfort to those in need, it also can attract disdain and even hatred from others, Pope Francis said.
Care for the dying does not mean obstinately resisting death, pope says
People who are dying must be accompanied with the love of family members and the care of medical professionals, but there is no requirement that every means available must be used to prolong their lives, Pope Francis said.