"I would like to say, humbly, to those who suffer and to those who struggle and are tempted to turn their backs on life: turn towards Mary! Within the smile of the Virgin lies mysteriously hidden the strength to fight against sickness, in support of life. With her, equally, is found the grace to accept without fear or bitterness to leave this world at the hour chosen by God".
~ Pope Benedict XVI, Lourdes 9/15/08 ~
~ Pope Benedict XVI, Lourdes 9/15/08 ~
