Franciscan Media

March 31, 2025

Bishop Jean-Marc Micas of Tarbes and Lourdes, pictured on an undated photograph said March 31, 2025, that the sanctuary will cover the mosaics on the doors of the facade of the Basilica of Our Lady of the Rosary, at the Sanctuary of Our Lady of Lourdes in southwestern France. The facade showcases the artwork of Father Marko Rupnik, a priest and former Jesuit, who is currently under investigation after accusations of spiritual, psychological and sexual abuse by multiple adult women. (OSV News photo/courtesy Lourdes Sanctuary)

Lourdes bishop covering Father Rupnik’s mosaics on sanctuary’s basilica doors

March 31, 2025

Bishop Jean-Marc Micas of Tarbes and Lourdes has decided to cover mosaics by Father Marko Rupnik at the entrance of the Basilica of Our Lady of the Rosary, a move aimed at making the basilica more welcoming for all, particularly victims of abuse.

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statue of Jesus as shepherd holding a staff and a lamb.

Good and Graceful Shepherd

March 31, 2025
Who hasn’t felt as if they are on the outside looking in? Who among us hasn’t felt dejected or neglected? May this prayer be your reminder today that you are loved no matter how far you’ve strayed.
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Lent with Padre Pio: Fourth Monday

March 31, 2025
We are flawed. We know that, Padre Pio knew that, Christ knows that. There is no getting around it. So there is no use throwing our hands up in the air over what we cannot do.
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