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Lourdes Virtual Pilgrimage is coming to Basehor

In this 2010 file photo, pilgrims visit the grotto where Mary appeared in Lourdes, France. (CNS photo/Jose Navarro, EPA)

BASEHOR — Each year, Lourdes, France, welcomes millions of pilgrims to the Grotto of Massabielle, where the Virgin Mary appeared to Bernadette Soubirous in 1858.

Catholics in northeast Kansas will have the opportunity to experience Lourdes in their own backyard this February.

The Lourdes Virtual Pilgrimage is coming to Holy Angels Church, 15410 Leavenworth Rd., Basehor, on Feb. 11 from 6-8 p.m.

The pilgrimage, hosted by Our Lady of Lourdes Hospitality North American Volunteers, will incorporate Lourdes water and include a prayerful visit to the grotto rock, a eucharistic blessing and candlelight rosary. Attendees will have the opportunity to receive a plenary indulgence.

For more information, call (402) 462-0305 or visit the website at: lourdesvolunteers.org.

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