In this moving homily for the Novena leading up to the Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception, we reflect on the humility, faith, and hope revealed in the life of St. Bernadette Soubirous and the powerful message of Our Lady of Lourdes.
This sermon beautifully ties together the meaning of Marian devotion, the origin of the Salve Regina, and the profound truth that God uses the weak to confound the strong.

Father shares personal stories, historical insights, and spiritual lessons that remind us that Mary always leads us to her Son, giving us courage to “stand up” in the waters of fear through grace. From Blessed Herman—author of the Salve Regina—to the emotional moment when the Lourdes priest fought back tears upon hearing “I am the Immaculate Conception,” this reflection invites us deeper into Marian trust, hope, and holiness.

Whether you're preparing for the Immaculate Conception, deepening your Marian devotion, or seeking encouragement in your spiritual life, this homily will touch your heart and strengthen your faith.

🙏 Holy Mary, Mother of God, pray for us.

00:00 — Opening Invocation: In the Name of the Father
00:19 — Joy of Preaching the Immaculate Conception Novena
00:32 — St. Bernadette & the Revelation “I am the Immaculate Conception”
01:02 — “My Job Is Not to Make You Believe”: The Wisdom of Bernadette
01:26 — The Story of the Mocking Schoolmaster
01:55 — Charity, Humility & Spiritual Simplicity
02:27 — Accepting God’s Plan: Bernadette’s Mission of Suffering
02:32 — Introducing the Salve Regina Reflection
02:48 — Blessed Herman: The Unexpected Author of the Salve Regina
03:28 — Pilgrimage to Lourdes & Celebrating Mass at the Grotto
03:55 — Childhood Memory: Learning to Stand Up in the Water
04:41 — Mary as an Icon of Faith, Hope & Trust
04:56 — “Made Worthy of the Promises of Christ”
05:36 — Serving Through Weariness: A Snowy Night in Wisconsin
06:07 — The Impact of Faithful Worship
06:20 — Gratitude for Marian Devotion at the Oratory
06:45 — The Jewish Author Who Promised to “Sing the Song of Bernadette”
07:24 — The Salve Regina: A Song of Faith, Hope, & Longing for Heaven
07:50 — Bernadette Rushes to the Rectory: The Priest’s Tears
08:59 — The Identity of the Lady Revealed
09:12 — Honoring Mary as Preparation for Eternity
09:35 — Closing Invocation & Blessing

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