The wedding of Zelie Guerin and Louis Martin, July 12-13, 1858: Frequently Asked Questions. A story with 21 photos to celebrate their wedding anniversary.
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a composite photo of zelie guerin and louis martin near the time of their marriage, courtesy of fr. antonio sangalli, o.c.d.
Louis and Zelie's encounter in April 1858; their engagement
SAINT LEONARD’S BRIDGE OVER THE SARTHE RIVER, ALENCON. PHOTO COURTESY OF THE SHRINE OF SAINTS LOUIS AND ZELIE AT ALENCON.
The lacemaker, Zelie Guerin, and the watchmaker, Louis Martin, first saw each other while crossing the St. Leonard Bridge over the Sarthe River in Alencon. Zelie heard an interior voice, which she understood to be that of the Blessed Virgin, saying "This is the one I have prepared for you." The two young artisans were introduced, probably by Louis's mother, who attended a lacemaking class with Zelie.