Can you be a pilgrim and stay on your couch?

The pandemic has forced Church authorities to use social media and live streamed events to bring Lourdes to pilgrims in their own homes.

Social distancing is enforced for people praying at Lourdes with circles on the ground Source: Getty

For health and support measures currently in place in response to the COVID-19 pandemic in your language, visit sbs.com.au/coronavirus

This feature was originally broadcast on the BBC World Service