Novena to Our Lady of Lourdes

Wednesday, February 2, 2022

Today is the Feast of the Presentation of our Lord, Jesus Christ!

It is also the day that Mary was told by the prophet Simeon, that her heart would be pierced by a sword. (Luke 2:35)

The Immaculate Heart of Mary was given to us.

Mary is not only the Mother of God but our Mother too.

"As the messianic mission of her son grew clearer to her eyes and spirit, Mary herself as a mother became ever more open to that new dimension of motherhood which was to constitute her "part" beside her Son." -33 Days to Morning Glory, Fr. Michael Gaitley

The Blessed Mother is with us on this journey.

Her Immaculate Heart is pierced for our sorrows.

Her Immaculate Heart is holding us in our suffering.

Today I am beginning a novena to our Lady of Lourdes.

This novena will end nine days from now, on February 11th, Feast of Our Lady of Lourdes.

Please join me by bringing your intentions to the Immaculate Heart of Mary, our Mother.

Prayer to Our Lady of Lourdes

O Holy Virgin, in the midst of your days of glory, do not forget the sorrows of this earth. Cast a merciful glance upon those who are suffering, struggling against difficulties, with their lips constantly pressed against life's bitter cup. Have pity on those who love each other and are separated. Have pity on our rebellious hearts. Have pity on our weak faith. Have pity on those we love. Have pity on those who weep, on those who pray, on those who fear. Grant hope and peace to all. Amen.

-Abbe Perreyve

Our Lady of Lourdes, pray for us!

The Immaculate Heart of Mary