The Village of Bernadette details St. Bernadette’s impoverished childhood, her work as a shepherdess, visions of Our Lady, harsh treatment as a nun, and tragic death at the age of 35.
Numerous Irish miracles and cures at Lourdes are recollected in this groundbreaking book. Recoveries from cancer, epilepsy, lung problems, skin disease, pain, paralysis and physical disability are included.
John F. Kennedy, Grace Kelly, Brendan Behan and Seamus Heaney are among the millions who have visited the shrine. You can read their stories, along with those of other Irish pilgrims.
Using first-hand testimony, this moving and inspirational book brings you up-close to the wonders of Lourdes in a way you have never experienced before.
Published by Capel Island Press
REVIEWS
‘The riveting story of St. Bernadette and why the Pyrenean town is a place of pilgrimage and peace’ RTĖ Radio 1
‘Terrific read’ Belfast Telegraph
‘A book that will make you believe in miracles’ C103
‘Brings readers close up to the many wonders of Lourdes’ Shannonside FM
LINKS
Bernadette’s Story
‘The Unique Irish Enthusiasm For Lourdes’
The Little Flower, St Therese of Lisieux: The Irish Connection
Padre Pio – Irish Encounters with the Saint