February 11, 1858

"I am the Immaculate Conception"

Mary, the Virgin Mother first appears to Bernadette Soubirous at Lourdes, February 11, 1858.

I was always in awe of this story. I marvel at the great faith that was required for St. Bernadette to face down all the doubters.

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When Jennifer was being baptized, Father Murphy hesitated over the name.

"Is Jennifer a saint's name?"

My father replied "Of course, Jennifer Jones played Bernadette in "Song of Bernadette"!"

Father Murphy laughed and proceeded. You can't argue with my father's logic.