Background

Discover the extraordinary story of Lourdes, France, where fourteen-year-old Bernadette Soubirous reported eighteen apparitions of the Blessed Virgin Mary in 1858.

From a humble grotto in the French Pyrenees to one of the world’s most beloved Catholic pilgrimage destinations, Lourdes remains a place of prayer, compassion, and hope.

Welcome to Episode 1 of **Sacred Catholic Places**, an original cinematic film series presented by All Catholic Gifts.

Each episode explores the history, sacred traditions, and enduring spiritual significance of Catholic churches, basilicas, shrines, and pilgrimage destinations around the world.

About This Film

In 1858, fourteen-year-old Bernadette Soubirous reported seeing a beautiful lady in a rocky grotto outside Lourdes. Eighteen reported apparitions followed, and a spring uncovered during the encounters became associated with accounts of healing. Today, millions of pilgrims visit Lourdes seeking prayer, consolation, and renewed faith.

The extraordinary can begin in the humblest of places.