Faith inspired by Marian Apparitions
Throughout history, the Virgin Mary has been said to appear in places marked by suffering, poverty, or deep longing—always quietly, always with purpose. These apparitions are understood as signs of a mother’s enduring care, revealing Mary’s closeness to her children in moments of need. From Guadalupe to Lourdes and Fatima, her presence feels consistent: she calls the faithful back to prayer, repentance, and renewed trust in God. Her messages have borne fruit and continue to draw attention across generations—conversions of heart, deepened faith, and lives renewed by hope. They serve as gentle reminders that Mary remains attentive and continues to lead souls toward her Son. For those who listen, these apparitions can become gentle guides, helping us pray more deeply, live more attentively, and love Christ more fully. They never ask to be the center. Like Mary herself, they simply point the way.
To Jesus Through Mary—St. Louis de Montfort
The Oldest Marian Apparition
Our Lady of the Pillar (Nuestra Señora del Pilar)
The first and oldest Marian apparition, considered by some Catholics as unique because it happened while Mary was still alive, is Our Lady of the Pillar (Nuestra Señora del Pilar), traditionally dated to AD 40 in Zaragoza, Spain, where the Virgin Mary appeared to the Apostle James the Greater.
Two Marian apparitions with miraculous images (known as acheiropoieta)
Our Lady of Guadalupe. The image of the Virgin Mary miraculously imprinted on the tilma (cloak made of cactus fibers) of St. Juan Diego. Mexico, 1531.
Our Lady of Las Lajas: An Image that Cannot Be Explained. Colombia 1754.
The Story of Our Lady of Champion | The Marian Apparition of the US
The Bishop issued an edict on the Cause of Sainthood for Adele Brice
Bishop David L. Ricken has issued an edict announcing that the National Shrine of Our Lady of Champion has formally requested an investigation into the life and holiness of Adele Brice, seer of the Blessed Virgin Mary, as a first step toward possible sainthood.
In accordance with Church law, the Bishop is making this request public and inviting the faithful to share any information they may have. Anyone with knowledge of Adele Brice, such as letters, documents, personal stories, graces received, or other evidence, is asked to submit it to the Diocese’s Chancellor.
Painting: Apparitions of Our Lady of Champion to Adele Brise in 1859, by Gwyneth Thompson-Briggs
The only Marian Apparition Vatican approved in Africa Our Lady of Kibeho
Our Lady of Kibeho w/Immaculee Ilibagiza
Sixteen shrines. One journey of faith. At Star of the Sea Parish.
“O Mary, conceived without sin, pray for us who have recourse to thee.”
Our Lady of The Miraculous Medal, (Paris-France, 1830) Shrine at Star of the Sea
See this Visual Pilgrimage | 16 Marian Shrines to Visit
An Invitation from Our Lady: 16 Marian Shrines to Visit at Star of the Sea
Look for the white church on the corner of 8th Ave and Geary! a jewel in the Richmond District. 4420 Geary Blvd, in San Francisco, CA 94118. For information about Marian Tours, please call Mariella Zevallos, (415) 751-0450.
(Wisconsin – USA, 1859)
(Japan, 1973)
(Belgium, 1933)
A Marian Vision
A MARIAN VISION
The Story of Our Lady of Walsingham, England 1061
Unique Artwork related to the Apparitions of Mary
La Vierge Marie est apparue à Bernadette pour la première fois au cours de l’hiver 1858, alors qu’elle venait d’avoir 14 ans. Ces rencontres se sont déroulées entre le 11 février et le 16 juillet 1858 à la grotte de Massabielle, à Lourdes. Dix-huit apparitions qui ont marqué l’histoire de Lourdes et du monde chrétien.
Sketch of the Grotto of Lourdes at the time of the Apparitions
The Virgin Mary appeared to Bernadette for the first time during the winter of 1858, when she had just turned 14. These encounters took place between February 11 and July 16, 1858, at the Grotto of Massabielle in Lourdes. Eighteen apparitions that have marked the history of Lourdes and the Christian world.
Après une période de six mois d’apparitions, ce sont plus de 160 ans de pèlerinages qui ont marqué l’histoire de la cité mariale de Lourdes.
Du pèlerin individuel au pèlerinage organisé, en passant par les visiteurs curieux, chacun peut marcher jusqu’à la grotte de Massabielle et entrer dans la démarche de Bernadette en réalisant les gestes du pèlerin :
A 19th-century postcard depicting the first religious processions at the Sanctuary of Lourdes.
After a six-month period of apparitions, more than 160 years of pilgrimages have marked the history of the Marian city of Lourdes.
From individual pilgrims to organized pilgrimages, and including curious visitors, everyone can walk to the Grotto of Massabielle and follow in Bernadette’s footsteps by performing the gestures of a pilgrim.
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