1. St. Bernadette

2. St. Bernadette St. Bernadette was born in France on January 7, 1844. She died in France on April 16, 1879. St. Bernadette was canonized in 1933. She is the patron saint of sick people and of Lourdes, France.

3. St. Bernadette St. Bernadette was named Mary BernardeSoubirous, but her nickname was Bernadette. Beginning on February 11, 1858, Bernadette had eighteen visions of Mary at the grotto by the river.

4. St. Bernadette Her message was to do penance and to pray for sinners. In March, Bernadette asked the lady her name. Mary said, “ I am the Immaculate Conception.” Bernadette said, “ What does one do with a broom when one is done sweeping? Why, put it in the corner!” That was how she said her work was done. She died of tuberculosis on April 16, 1879, with a smile on her face.