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Our Lady of Lourdes Programme – Host: Morgan Sharpe

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Radio Maria Ireland Programme: Feast of Our Lady of Lourdes Celebration
[Broadcast 11th Feb. 2026. Used with permission]

BRIEF Overview

  • Speaker Morgan Sharpe welcomed listeners to this special occasion celebrating the Feast of Our Lady of Lourdes and the World Day of the Sick.
  • Emphasis was placed on the unique story of Saint Bernadette and the significance of the Rosary.
  • The programme included musical interludes to enhance the storytelling experience.

Key Themes of the Feast

  • Importance of the Rosary:
    • St. Bernadette’s first encounter with the Blessed Virgin highlighted the Rosary’s significance.
    • Inspirational quotes from various saints underlined the Rosary’s power in prayer.
  • Historical Miracles:
    • Examples were shared, such as the visions of Bishop Douma in Nigeria and the survival of Jesuit priests in Hiroshima, showcasing the Rosary’s impact during crises.
    • Personal stories, such as Father Patrick Payton’s miraculous healing through the Rosary, illustrated its spiritual significance.

Life of Saint Bernadette

  • Background:
    • Saint Bernadette was born in 1844 and faced numerous health challenges throughout her life.
    • Her first vision of the Blessed Virgin occurred in 1858, leading to a series of significant apparitions.
  • Legacy:
    • Bernadette’s dedication to the Virgin Mary and the establishment of pilgrimage sites have continued to inspire many.
    • The show concluded with a beautiful musical tribute to Saint Bernadette, emphasizing her role in faith and healing.

Morgan Sharpe.
If you would like more information on this programme or to arrange a talk at your local parish or community please follow the link below for further details:
https://saintbernadette.info/2025/11/30/first-class-relic-of-saint-bernadette-parish-visitation/

Link: Radio Maria Ireland Website

Testimony: Miraculous Cure from Terminal Cancer at Lourdes

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Recorded presentation: Radio Maria Ireland Studios:
11th Feb. Feast of Our Lady of Lourdes & Feast of the World Day of the Sick.

During Part One of the show Morgan Sharpe recounts some of the many difficulties faced by St. Bernadette during her lifetime at Nevers, France.

In Part Two Morgan introduces us to a remarkable story by guest speaker, Philip Brennan from Carryduff, just outside of Belfast, Northern Ireland. Philip had a miraculous cure from terminal bowel cancer while on a pilgrimage to Lourdes.

Philip also recounts how he didn’t want to go to Lourdes, and refused several offers of support to get there, until he received help from a very generous and unusual source. Philip’s wife Catherine also recounts how she coped with both the news of the medical verdict, and the miraculous cure that followed.

Despite all the good news, Philip was left unable to work, which resulted in him suffering from depression. However, once again that need was answered by another set of ‘unusual’ circumstances, which led Philip into the beautiful world of Iconography.

Reminder: The Feast of St. Bernadette takes place on April 16th.