US EditionLourdes: Behind the Scenes of a Xxl Gathering
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On Friday, August 15th, we celebrate the Assumption. As every year, tens of thousands of pilgrims gather in Lourdes (Hautes-Pyrénées). Stress rises for the conductor. The sanctuary is transformed into an international anthill, with 300 priests to dress and faithful to feed. It is a pilgrimage under high protection: reinforced security, volunteers mobilized and organization out of standard. The management captures images of the 50 daily offices i…
More than 20,000 faithful gathered at the Shrine of Lourdes on August 15, 2025, the Solemnity of the Assumption. Procession with torches the day before and then solemn Mass, prayer for France chanted the day, with the sounds of songs to Mary and under rhythms reflecting the international character of the gathering.
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