But mostly the petitions were more personal, more reflective of the daily troubles of this bleak time. ‘Our Blessed Lady, please bless all of my family and help us sort out all our problems. Make Mam, Dad, better again and let us be one big family together forever.’ ‘Please, please, help Jim to stop drinking and give us peace in our home.’ ‘Sacred Heart of Jesus, grant all my intentions and help me pay my bills.’
