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Featuring unique gifts of faith,
love, peace, and hope.
We offer a FREE 1.25 oz. bottle of Authentic Lourdes
Spring Water with each purchase.
Custom Printed Prayer Sheets ~ Perfume & Cologne
~ Prayer & Meditation Stones
Meditation Seashells ~ Crosses & Crucifixes
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Prayer & Meditation Stones
Also known as thumb
stones or worry stones.
For prayer and/or meditation.
Each stone is blessed and anointed in water
from the Lourdes Shrine in Southern France.
Boxed stones come with a beautiful 8"x10" color print of the beloved FootPrints poem (at right).
The poem is custom printed on silver & blue embossed paper, suitable for framing.
These are one-of-a-kind gifts created exclusively for LourdesMiracleWater.org.
No two prayer stones are exactly alike and are offered on a first-come first-serve basis.
All stones will contain some minor, natural imperfections. This is part of their natural beauty.
Each stone also comes with documentation and background information.
Please keep in mind all computer
monitors display colors differently.
We have done our best to describe each item's color and size as accurately as possible.
SHIPPING:
All stones are carefully packaged & shipped
in a protective box via Priority Mail.
The shopping cart will automatically add $5.95 per stone for s/h.
If you purchase more than one set or item your shipping charges will be reviewed after
your order is received and shipping charges will be reduced when ever possible.
If shipping is reduced and you are due a credit for shipping it will be sent to you
via a refund by PayPal and will be credited the same way you paid, within 24 hours.
If you have questions about shipping charges or anything else, please visit our FAQs/Contact page.
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Crystal Shores Collection
Each hand picked stone comes to you in a clear plastic crystal
cut gem box.
The box is lined in black velvet, just shy of 2" deep by 2" wide by 1¾" tall, when closed.
This gem box is protected by a white gift box which shows off the crystal cut pattern.
The pattern you see in each stone is 100% completely
natural.
There has been no painting, etching, staining, or altering of these stones in any way.
The colorful stones with a high gloss finish have been naturally polished through a process called tumbling,
where many stones are placed together in a canister and tumbled until the stones
have the natural glossy sheen you see. The white stones with a satin luster have been polished
to this sheen through years of water rushing by in a natural river bed. All of our stones are 100% natural.
Each stone is blessed and anointed in water from the Lourdes Shrine in Southern France
and comes with a beautiful 8"x10" color print of the beloved FootPrints poem (see above).
The stone you will receive is the actual stone you see in each photo.
They make a great gift for a man or a woman or anyone who cherishes the natural beauty of this earth.
Important Note About
Quantities:
Your shopping cart
may allow you to add quantities, however
there is Only 1 Available of each boxed stone.
If you have questions about shipping charges or
anything else, please visit our FAQs/Contact page.
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Each stone has beautiful colors
& striations that can be seen best up close.
Please be sure to click on each photo to view a larger image of the stone.
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GENUINE BANDED AGATE
No gemstone is more creatively
striped by Nature
than agate, chalcedony quartz that forms in
concentric layers in a wide variety of colours
and textures. Each individual agate forms by filling
a cavity in host rock. As a result, agate is often
found as a round nodule, with concentric bands like
the rings of a tree trunk. The bands sometimes look
like eyes, fanciful scallops, or even a landscape
with trees. Agate was highly valued as a talisman
or amulet in ancient times. It was said to quench
thirst and protect against fever. Persian magicians
used agate to divert storms.
ps-514-34-crystal
Approx Size: 1¾" long / $14.95 + $5.95 s/h
Blessed and anointed in Lourdes Holy Water,
includes custom printed Footprints poem,
documentation, and background information.
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GENUINE BANDED AGATE
No gemstone is more creatively
striped by Nature
than agate, chalcedony quartz that forms in
concentric layers in a wide variety of colours
and textures. Each individual agate forms by filling
a cavity in host rock. As a result, agate is often
found as a round nodule, with concentric bands like
the rings of a tree trunk. The bands sometimes look
like eyes, fanciful scallops, or even a landscape
with trees. Agate was highly valued as a talisman
or amulet in ancient times. It was said to quench
thirst and protect against fever. Persian magicians
used agate to divert storms.
ps-515-34-crystal
Approx Size: 1" long / $14.95 + $5.95 s/h
Blessed and anointed in Lourdes Holy Water,
includes custom printed Footprints poem,
documentation, and background information.
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PICASSO JASPER / MARBLE
Assist one in the development
of creative talents,
and in the fulfillment of artistic enterprises.
Reduce anxiety and stress.
Carpal tunnel syndrome.
Promotes weight loss.
Assists one to traverse changes,
attracting strength and perseverance.
It has been known as the master of the subconscious mind.
Annihilation of disturbing thoughts.
ps-516-34-crystal
Approx Size: 1" long / $14.95 + $5.95 s/h
Blessed and anointed in Lourdes Holy Water,
includes custom printed Footprints poem,
documentation, and background information.
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AGATE
ps-517-34-crystal
Approx Size: 1¼" long / $14.95 + $5.95 s/h
Blessed and anointed in Lourdes Holy Water,
includes custom printed Footprints poem,
documentation, and background information.
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GENUINE BANDED AGATE
No gemstone is more creatively
striped by Nature
than agate, chalcedony quartz that forms in
concentric layers in a wide variety of colours
and textures. Each individual agate forms by filling
a cavity in host rock. As a result, agate is often
found as a round nodule, with concentric bands like
the rings of a tree trunk. The bands sometimes look
like eyes, fanciful scallops, or even a landscape
with trees. Agate was highly valued as a talisman
or amulet in ancient times. It was said to quench
thirst and protect against fever. Persian magicians
used agate to divert storms.
ps-518-34-crystal
Approx Size: 1" long / $14.95 + $5.95 s/h
Blessed and anointed in Lourdes Holy Water,
includes custom printed Footprints poem,
documentation, and background information.
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ps-519-34-crystal
Approx Size: 1¼" long / $14.95 + $5.95 s/h
Blessed and anointed in Lourdes Holy Water,
includes custom printed Footprints poem,
documentation, and background information.
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ps-520-34-crystal
Approx Size: 1¼" long / $9.95 + $5.95 s/h
Blessed and anointed in Lourdes Holy Water,
includes custom printed Footprints poem,
documentation, and background information.
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NATURAL GREEN MARBLE
ps-521-34-crystal
Approx Size: 1" long / $14.95 + $5.95 s/h
Blessed and anointed in Lourdes Holy Water,
includes custom printed Footprints poem,
documentation, and background information.
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GENUINE BANDED AGATE
No gemstone is more creatively
striped by Nature
than agate, chalcedony quartz that forms in
concentric layers in a wide variety of colours
and textures. Each individual agate forms by filling
a cavity in host rock. As a result, agate is often
found as a round nodule, with concentric bands like
the rings of a tree trunk. The bands sometimes look
like eyes, fanciful scallops, or even a landscape
with trees. Agate was highly valued as a talisman
or amulet in ancient times. It was said to quench
thirst and protect against fever. Persian magicians
used agate to divert storms.
ps-522-34-crystal
Approx Size: 1¼" long / $14.95 + $5.95 s/h
Blessed and anointed in Lourdes Holy Water,
includes custom printed Footprints poem,
documentation, and background information.
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GENUINE BANDED AGATE
No gemstone is more creatively
striped by Nature
than agate, chalcedony quartz that forms in
concentric layers in a wide variety of colours
and textures. Each individual agate forms by filling
a cavity in host rock. As a result, agate is often
found as a round nodule, with concentric bands like
the rings of a tree trunk. The bands sometimes look
like eyes, fanciful scallops, or even a landscape
with trees. Agate was highly valued as a talisman
or amulet in ancient times. It was said to quench
thirst and protect against fever. Persian magicians
used agate to divert storms.
ps-523-34-crystal
Approx Size: 1¼" long / $14.95 + $5.95 s/h
Blessed and anointed in Lourdes Holy Water,
includes custom printed Footprints poem,
documentation, and background information.
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GENUINE BANDED AGATE
No gemstone is more creatively
striped by Nature
than agate, chalcedony quartz that forms in
concentric layers in a wide variety of colours
and textures. Each individual agate forms by filling
a cavity in host rock. As a result, agate is often
found as a round nodule, with concentric bands like
the rings of a tree trunk. The bands sometimes look
like eyes, fanciful scallops, or even a landscape
with trees. Agate was highly valued as a talisman
or amulet in ancient times. It was said to quench
thirst and protect against fever. Persian magicians
used agate to divert storms.
ps-524-34-crystal
Approx Size: 1" long / $14.95 + $5.95 s/h
Blessed and anointed in Lourdes Holy Water,
includes custom printed Footprints poem,
documentation, and background information.
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FOSSIL STONE
Contains actual fossils of tiny shells
and crustaceans in agate stone.
ps-525-34-crystal
Size: just under 1¼ long / $14.95 + $5.95 s/h
Blessed and anointed in Lourdes Holy Water,
includes custom printed Footprints poem,
documentation, and background information.
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GENUINE BANDED AGATE
No gemstone is more creatively
striped by Nature
than agate, chalcedony quartz that forms in
concentric layers in a wide variety of colours
and textures. Each individual agate forms by filling
a cavity in host rock. As a result, agate is often
found as a round nodule, with concentric bands like
the rings of a tree trunk. The bands sometimes look
like eyes, fanciful scallops, or even a landscape
with trees. Agate was highly valued as a talisman
or amulet in ancient times. It was said to quench
thirst and protect against fever. Persian magicians
used agate to divert storms.
ps-526-34-crystal
Size: just under 1¼" long / $14.95 + $5.95 s/h
Blessed and anointed in Lourdes Holy Water,
includes custom printed Footprints poem,
documentation, and background information.
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ps-527-34-crystal
Approx Size: 1¼" long / $9.95 + $5.95 s/h
Blessed and anointed in Lourdes Holy Water,
includes custom printed Footprints poem,
documentation, and background information.
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GENUINE BANDED AGATE
No gemstone is more creatively
striped by Nature
than agate, chalcedony quartz that forms in
concentric layers in a wide variety of colours
and textures. Each individual agate forms by filling
a cavity in host rock. As a result, agate is often
found as a round nodule, with concentric bands like
the rings of a tree trunk. The bands sometimes look
like eyes, fanciful scallops, or even a landscape
with trees. Agate was highly valued as a talisman
or amulet in ancient times. It was said to quench
thirst and protect against fever. Persian magicians
used agate to divert storms.
ps-528-34-crystal
Approx Size: 1½" long / $14.95 + $5.95 s/h
Blessed and anointed in Lourdes Holy Water,
includes custom printed Footprints poem,
documentation, and background information.
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GENUINE BANDED AGATE
No gemstone is more creatively
striped by Nature
than agate, chalcedony quartz that forms in
concentric layers in a wide variety of colours
and textures. Each individual agate forms by filling
a cavity in host rock. As a result, agate is often
found as a round nodule, with concentric bands like
the rings of a tree trunk. The bands sometimes look
like eyes, fanciful scallops, or even a landscape
with trees. Agate was highly valued as a talisman
or amulet in ancient times. It was said to quench
thirst and protect against fever. Persian magicians
used agate to divert storms.
ps-529-34-crystal
Size: just under 1¼" long / $14.95 + $5.95 s/h
Blessed and anointed in Lourdes Holy Water,
includes custom printed Footprints poem,
documentation, and background information.
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GENUINE BANDED AGATE
No gemstone is more creatively
striped by Nature
than agate, chalcedony quartz that forms in
concentric layers in a wide variety of colours
and textures. Each individual agate forms by filling
a cavity in host rock. As a result, agate is often
found as a round nodule, with concentric bands like
the rings of a tree trunk. The bands sometimes look
like eyes, fanciful scallops, or even a landscape
with trees. Agate was highly valued as a talisman
or amulet in ancient times. It was said to quench
thirst and protect against fever. Persian magicians
used agate to divert storms.
ps-530-34-crystal
Approx Size: 1¼" long / $14.95 + $5.95 s/h
Blessed and anointed in Lourdes Holy Water,
includes custom printed Footprints poem,
documentation, and background information.
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GENUINE BANDED AGATE
No gemstone is more creatively
striped by Nature
than agate, chalcedony quartz that forms in
concentric layers in a wide variety of colours
and textures. Each individual agate forms by filling
a cavity in host rock. As a result, agate is often
found as a round nodule, with concentric bands like
the rings of a tree trunk. The bands sometimes look
like eyes, fanciful scallops, or even a landscape
with trees. Agate was highly valued as a talisman
or amulet in ancient times. It was said to quench
thirst and protect against fever. Persian magicians
used agate to divert storms.
ps-531-34-crystal
Approx Size: 1¼" long / $14.95 + $5.95 s/h
Blessed and anointed in Lourdes Holy Water,
includes custom printed Footprints poem,
documentation, and background information.
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ps-532-34-crystal
Approx Size: 1" long / $9.95 + $5.95 s/h
Blessed and anointed in Lourdes Holy Water,
includes custom printed Footprints poem,
documentation, and background information.
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GENUINE BANDED AGATE
No gemstone is more creatively
striped by Nature
than agate, chalcedony quartz that forms in
concentric layers in a wide variety of colours
and textures. Each individual agate forms by filling
a cavity in host rock. As a result, agate is often
found as a round nodule, with concentric bands like
the rings of a tree trunk. The bands sometimes look
like eyes, fanciful scallops, or even a landscape
with trees. Agate was highly valued as a talisman
or amulet in ancient times. It was said to quench
thirst and protect against fever. Persian magicians
used agate to divert storms.
ps-533-34-crystal
Approx Size: 1" long / $14.95 + $5.95 s/h
Blessed and anointed in Lourdes Holy Water,
includes custom printed Footprints poem,
documentation, and background information.
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Flame/Fire Agate
Fire Agate is associated with
the Astrological Fire signs of Aries,
Leo and Sagittarius and is thought to instill courage,
persuasion and enthusiasm. Believed to aid salesmen
and those whose livings rely on selling.
Associated with the 2nd Chakra, thought to help
people who have disruptions in their pleasure centers.
Believed to increase the life force, stimulate courage,
help with eye & blood problems.
ps-534-34-crystal
Size: just under 1¼" long / $14.95 + $5.95 s/h
Blessed and anointed in Lourdes Holy Water,
includes custom printed Footprints poem,
documentation, and background information.
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GENUINE BANDED AGATE
No gemstone is more creatively
striped by Nature
than agate, chalcedony quartz that forms in
concentric layers in a wide variety of colours
and textures. Each individual agate forms by filling
a cavity in host rock. As a result, agate is often
found as a round nodule, with concentric bands like
the rings of a tree trunk. The bands sometimes look
like eyes, fanciful scallops, or even a landscape
with trees. Agate was highly valued as a talisman
or amulet in ancient times. It was said to quench
thirst and protect against fever. Persian magicians
used agate to divert storms.
ps-535-34-crystal
Size: just under 1¼" long / $14.95 + $5.95 s/h
Blessed and anointed in Lourdes Holy Water,
includes custom printed Footprints poem,
documentation, and background information.
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ps-536-34-crystal
Size: just under 1¼" long / $14.95 + $5.95 s/h
Blessed and anointed in Lourdes Holy Water,
includes custom printed Footprints poem,
documentation, and background information.
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GENUINE BANDED AGATE
No gemstone is more creatively
striped by Nature
than agate, chalcedony quartz that forms in
concentric layers in a wide variety of colours
and textures. Each individual agate forms by filling
a cavity in host rock. As a result, agate is often
found as a round nodule, with concentric bands like
the rings of a tree trunk. The bands sometimes look
like eyes, fanciful scallops, or even a landscape
with trees. Agate was highly valued as a talisman
or amulet in ancient times. It was said to quench
thirst and protect against fever. Persian magicians
used agate to divert storms.
ps-537-34-crystal
Approx Size: 2½" long / $14.95 + $5.95 s/h
Blessed and anointed in Lourdes Holy Water,
includes custom printed Footprints poem,
documentation, and background information.
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We have Prayer Stones for everyone's budget.
Click on an image to view each collection.
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<< Black Velvet Collection
Premium, rare, unique stones, no two alike,
beautiful colorations.
Each stone comes in a black velvet gem box lined in black velvet.
Comes with FootPrints Poem custom printed on embossed paper.
Rare one-of-a-kind gift.
A great gift for a man or woman.
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<< The Comfort Collection
White stones with a hint of
gray marblization, many with
golden tones & striations.
come in a black velvet pouch.
Perfect for any budget.
A great gift for a man or woman.
Three different size groups.
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The Hope & Growth Collection >>
Delicate Natural Green Stones
come in a sheer white or gold pouch.
Perfect for any budget.
A great gift for a woman, child, or anyone
with small, fragile, or delicate hands
or anyone who cherishes the beauty of nature.
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Prayer Sheets ~ Prayer & Meditation Stones ~ Meditation Seashells ~ Angels ~ Crosses & Crucifixes ~ Prayer Cloths
Candles ~ Bookmarks ~ Jewelry ~ Limited Edition Gifts ~ Relaxation & Meditation CDs ~ Self Improvement ~ Thrift Shop
Home Page ~
The Shrine of Lourdes ~ Our Mission / About Us ~ FAQs & Contact ~ Links of Interest ~ Top of Page
To view our unique
gifts please click on the text links above or browse the catalog below.

Custom Printed 8"x10" Prayer Sheets
Prayer to Our Lady of Lourdes, printed on
special high quality 8"x10" paper,
with textured embossed silver & blue scalloped edging, suitable for framing.
You will also
receive a FREE bottle of Spring Water (1.25 ounces) guaranteed to come from
the Shrine of Lourdes in France with each Our Lady of Lourdes Prayer Sheet.
This special Lourdes Prayer comes in 3 beautiful & elegant design choices.
Plus, we have an option to personalize your Prayer if you wish.
This Prayer
is suitable for display anywhere, makes the perfect gift for anyone
of faith and will be a special gift for anyone who is ill, disabled, or suffering in any way.
Meditation Seashells
Pristine, beautiful,
natural, each one unique.
For prayer and/or meditation.
Many include a custom print of the Footprints poem.

Angels
A selection of beautiful, spiritual,
celestial Angel gifts.
All of our Angel gifts are blessed and anointed in genuine Lourdes spring water.
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Crosses & Crucifixes
Each cross and crucifix
we offer is hand picked for beauty and quality.
Each cross/crucifix is blessed and anointed in genuine Lourdes spring water.
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Prayer Cloths
Sacred cloths for Prayer, Memorials,
and Meditation.
Each cloth is blessed and anointed in genuine Lourdes spring water.
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Candles
Candles for Prayer, Memorials, and/or
Meditation & Relaxation.
Each candle is blessed and anointed in genuine Lourdes spring water.
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Bookmarks
Bookmarks made from cloth, paper, leather,
gems, and silver.
All of our bookmarks convey the message of hope, love, failth, or spirituality.
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Jewelry
Hand made and unique designs made from
all natural materials,
including gem stones and metals found in the Bible.
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Limited Edition Gifts
Original, unique,
one-of-a-kind items, limited quantities.
All gifts are blessed and anointed in genuine Lourdes spring water.
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Relaxation & Meditation CDs
CDs to help create
an ideal atmosphere for meditation, relaxation, or prayer.
Yes, even our CDs
are blessed and carefully anointed in genuine Lourdes spring water.
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Self-Help Items
CDs, Books, and other items to hopefully
make life a little easier.
All self-help items
are blessed and gently anointed in genuine Lourdes spring water.
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Thrift Shop
New and used items. Each item in our
inventory is hand picked for quality.
All purchases from our thrift shop help us Pay It Forward to those in need.
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Prayer Sheets ~ Prayer & Meditation Stones ~ Meditation Seashells ~ Angels ~ Crosses & Crucifixes ~ Prayer Cloths
Candles ~ Bookmarks ~ Jewelry ~ Limited Edition Gifts ~ Relaxation & Meditation CDs ~ Self Improvement ~ Thrift Shop
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The Shrine of Lourdes ~ Our Mission / About Us ~ FAQs & Contact ~ Links of Interest ~ Top of Page
What is Lourdes
Miracle Water?
The water obtained
from this website and the water used to bless gifts purchased from this website
is guaranteed authentic water from the spring at The Shrine of Lourdes in Southern France.
It is believed by millions of the faithful, from many different religions all over the world, that Lourdes Shrine Spring Water
has miraculous powers. The Church has officially recognized at least 66 miracles as a result of individuals
either drinking water from the spring or from those who have made a pilgrimage to the Lourdes Shrine.
Although we cannot guarantee miracles, we would like to play a small part in helping to make
Lourdes Shrine Spring Water available to everyone and anyone who needs or desires it.
LourdesMiracleWater.org
offers Unique Gifts
for Spiritual & Loving Individuals of All Faiths & Beliefs
The gifts offered
by LourdesMiracleWater.org are unique and original creations
found exclusively through LourdesMiracleWater.org and authorized vendors.
All Gifts are Blessed and Anointed in Genuine
Lourdes Spring Water.
Our gifts are popular with people of faith,
love, and hope including those of many different religions,
including Christians and nondenominational & nonsectarian people of faith and love.
Our spiritual and meditation gifts are also popular with those who consider themselves atheists & agnositics.
We are proud and humbled to be able to offer spiritual gifts of prayer, meditation, love, and hope
enjoyed by such a wide range of people devoted to sharing spirituality and religious tolerance.
The Story
of Saint Bernadette of Lourdes
Born January 7th,
1844, Bernadette was the oldest of six children
in a very poor family headed by Francois and Louise Casterot.
She was hired out as a servant from age twelve to age fourteen.
On February 11, 1858, around the time of her first Communion,
she received a vision of the Virgin Mary. She received seventeen
more visions over the next five months and was led
to a spring of healing waters. She moved into a house with
the sisters of Nevers at Lourdes where she continued to live.
There she also worked and learned to read and write.
The sisters cared for the sick and indigent.
At age twenty-two they admitted Bernadette into their order,
as she was sickly. Bernadette died on April 16th,
1879 in Nevers France of natural causes, with a prayer for Mary's aid.
Bernadette was
Beatified in 1925
and in 1933 Bernadette was Canonized by Pope Pius XI.
Since the appearances
of Mary to young Bernadette in 1858,
more than 200 million people have visited the shrine and spring of Lourdes.
The Spring
at the Shrine of Lourdes
Lourdes Water
is water that comes from the miraculous spring
at the Shrine of Lourdes in Southern France. This spring gushed forth
“miraculously” on February 25th, 1858 when Bernadette scratched the
soil on which she was kneeling. Since then the water from this spring has
been instrumental in granting countless miraculous cures
and is known the world over as Lourdes Water.

The Basilica above the Spring
Millions of the
faithful report there is a powerful healing energy
present that has made the Basilica the most visited pilgrimage
shrine in all Christendom. The origins of the pilgrimage to Lourdes
began with Bernadette Soubirous, the fourteen year old daughter
of devout Christian peasants. Between February 11 and July 16, 1858,
Bernadette saw apparitions of a white-robed lady 18 times
in a small grotto called Massabiele, along the banks of the river
Gave de Pau. In the apparitions the lady told Bernadette to
"go tell the village priest to build a chapel here" and that many
people would soon come in procession to the holy grotto.
On the day of the 16th apparition, March 25, the lady revealed
herself as Mary. During her ecstatic trance in front of the grotto
that day, Bernadette suddenly rose from her knees,
walked a short distance, and fell to the ground. Fervently she
began to dig in the earth until a small puddle of water appeared.
Over the next few days the puddle gradually formed into a pool and
eventually became the sacred Spring for which Lourdes is now so famous.
From 1864 to 1872 the
site was mostly a regional pilgrimage destination
attracting approximately 30,000 persons per year. Initially the shrine
was not known for its curative power but after 1873,
when incidents of healing at the spring began to be reported,
the shrine rapidly developed a national and then international reputation
for having therapeutic powers. Pilgrims visiting Lourdes for its healing
powers bathe in pools filled with cold water piped from
Bernadette's spring. Reports of miracles are very thoroughly examined
and evidence seems to indicate that there are indeed
many cases of verifiable healings at the grotto.

The increasing
number of pilgrims eventually overcrowded
the original basilica, built above the grotto in 1876, and in 1958
an immense concrete church, seating 20,000, was built.
The stream of pilgrims to Lourdes is characterized by a strong
seasonality. The season lasts from April through October, with the
main pilgrimage day being August 15, the Marian Feast of Assumption.
Four to six million pilgrims visit the shrine each year,
and a study done in 1978 showed the pilgrims coming from
111 countries with females accounting for 69% of the pilgrims.
It is estimated that more than 200 million pilgrims have come to
Lourdes since 1860. According to the author's theories regarding
the powers at sacred sites, this large number of devout pilgrims
has contributed to and thereby amplified the field of holiness
that surrounds the shrine of Lourdes. This field then attracts more
pilgrims who in turn contribute to the further empowerment of the field.
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