Sickness is often connected to sin, though not always through our direct actions. At its core, sin is a failure to love authentically—by not loving God and others, we disrupt our own well-being. When our lives lack order, disorder manifests emotionally, psychologically, spiritually, and in our relationships.

The memorial of Our Lady of Lourdes reminds us that true healing comes from living a life of grace, free from sin, in an intimate relationship with God. This is the only lasting antidote to the sicknesses caused by a divided and disordered life.

Reflection question: What areas of my life do I need to repent from, so that I may fully receive God's healing and grace?