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lourdes as a volunteer

  • 24-05-2007 7:02pm
    #1
    seanieclarke
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    hi

    im thinking of going to lourdes as a volunteer.has anyone done it and what did they make of it? or does anyone know anyone that did it and did they enjoy it?

    thanks


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  • #2
    kelly1
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 5,026 ✭✭✭kelly1


    seanieclarke wrote:
    hi

    im thinking of going to lourdes as a volunteer.has anyone done it and what did they make of it? or does anyone know anyone that did it and did they enjoy it?

    thanks
    Hello Seanie, I went to Lourdes with the Oblates of Inchicore in 2001 and I can safely say it was the best thing I ever did. It was a wonderful experience in many ways. It's a privilege to help people confined to wheelchairs etc and really helps to reorder ones priorities and help us realize how lucky we are to be able-bodied.

    I have to say I was very impressed with the wonderful atmosphere in the place and the good-will/eagerness shown by all the volunteers and the sick. The candle-lit procession is really a sight to behold.

    But what I'm far more grateful for is the grace I received from our merciful Lord. Through God's grace, I returned to the catholic Church after a long absence and I haven't looked back since. My life has changed miraculously since!

    God bless,
    Noel.


  • #3
    philologos
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    Can I ask, what makes Lourdes more attractive than say Jerusalem for pilgrimage, or have you already been to Jerusalem?


  • #4
    kelly1
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 5,026 ✭✭✭kelly1


    Jakkass wrote:
    Can I ask, what makes Lourdes more attractive than say Jerusalem for pilgrimage, or have you already been to Jerusalem?
    I haven't been to Jerusalem but I'd love to go!


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