Source: Fox News
Summary
Pope Leo XIV visited Lourdes, a site known for reported miracles, including the 18 visions of the Virgin Mary experienced by Bernadette Soubirous in 1858. The pope led an open-air Mass and met with the sick and bishops. Dr. Alessandro de Franciscis, a former head of the Lourdes Office of Medical Observation, discussed the pope’s visit, which included meetings with individuals whose healings were recognized by the Church. He noted that spiritual healing is often underreported. The pope also met with victims of clergy sexual abuse.
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This guidance has been heard before.
Religious sites and healing claims have long drawn crowds and debate.
Medical and spiritual explanations often overlap but remain distinct.
Claims of miracles continue to be scrutinized and celebrated.
The idea that faith can transform lives is familiar, even if its effects are hard to measure.
Author: Evan Null
