This book is dedicated to all the members of the Sanctuary's welcoming community, past, present and future.

This gallery of simple, true portraits will introduce you to the people who work on the front line or off to ensure that everyone's pilgrimage or visit remains an unforgettable experience.

Come and discover the jobs and employees of the Notre-Dame de Lourdes Shrine. Working behind the scenes or in the spotlight, everyone plays a part in the life of the Shrine.

Whether employed on a year-round or seasonal basis, they all work hard to provide the best possible welcome and support to people from all over the world who come through the doors of the Shrine.

Fireman, sacristan, organist, seamstress, guard, maintenance or reception worker... these are just some of the jobs carried out at the Marian Shrine.

Read on to discover ‘the faces that bring Lourdes to life’.