Elva Buckle

"Prayer to Our Lady of Lourdes
O ever-Immaculate Virgin,
Mother of mercy,
health of the sick,
refuge of sinners,
comfort of the afflicted,
you know my wants, my troubles,
my sufferings.
Look with mercy on me.
By appearing in the Grotto of Lourdes,
you were pleased to make it a sanctuary,
where the poor and the suffering
could find solace and healing.
I come to you with confidence,
asking for your intercession.
Please obtain for me the grace
I so earnestly seek (mention your request).
O Mary, conceived without sin,
pray for us who have recourse to you.
Amen.