OUR LADY 
OF HOPE

During the Franco-Prussian War, Mary appeared to four children in Pontmain, France. The first child to see her was Eugene and a nun nearby guided everyone present in prayer. Our Lady spoke no words to the children, but at her feet there was a banner that read, “But pray my children. God will hear you in a short time. My Son allows Himself to be moved by compassion.” On the same day, it is said that the Prussians halted their advance into France when the Prussian Commander reported that “invisible Madonna barring the way.” Just a few months later, a peace treaty was signed between France and Prussia, and the bishop declared that Mary had truly appeared to the four children.