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Bernadette was born poor and from young years, in a state of pain. Because of their poverty, her family was unable to provide for her health, and she spent time in foster homes and boarding schools. Our Lady visited her 13 times in the grotto of Lourdes, after which Bernadette retired to a convent to avoid publicity and pursue holiness. Although dying of a chronic disease, she was beloved for her creativity, care for the sick and her humility.
- Patron of
Bodily illness, Lourdes, France, Shepherds and Shepherdesses, Against poverty, People ridiculed for their faith
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- Siblings
Eldest of nine children—Bernadette, Jean (born and died 1845), Toinette (1846–1892), Jean-Marie (1848–1851), Jean-Marie (1851–1919), Justin (1855–1865), Pierre (1859–1931), Jean (born and died 1864), and a baby named Louise who died soon after her birth (1866).
- Family Members
Daughter of François Soubirous (Francés Sobirós in Occitan) (1807–1871), a miller, [6] and Louise (Loïsa Casteròt in Occitan) (1825–1866), a laundress
Oldest of 9 children
- Name Variations
- Favorite Quote
I shall spend every moment loving. One who loves does not notice her trials; or perhaps more accurately, she is able to love them.”
“I shall do everything for Heaven, my true home. There I shall find my Mother in all the splendor of her glory. I shall delight with her in the joy of Jesus himself in perfect safety.”
-Saint Bernadette Soubirous
- Favorite Books
St. Bernadette Soubirous: 1844-1879
by Francois TrochuA Holy Life: The Writings of St. Bernadette of Lourdes
by Patricia McEachern
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- Canonization
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- Major Shrine
Sanctuary of Our Lady of Lourdes
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