Answered Prayers for Mental Health and Recovery
My Son's Depression Finally Lifting
Inez, Tacoma · October 15, 2025
This is the sender’s own account, sent to us after their prayer was carried in. It is not a promise that the same will happen for anyone else.
Dear Fr. Marco, I sent a prayer card for my son a few weeks ago. I was praying for his mental health, that the heavy fog of depression he's been living under for so long might begin to lift. It has been a difficult road for our whole family. Since then, I've noticed small but real changes in him. He's been coming out of his room more, joining us for meals, and last week he even went for a walk with his father. It's not a complete transformation, but it feels like a corner has been turned. The weight seems a little lighter. I don't know if it's the prayer or just time, but I am grateful for this small opening of light. Thank you to you and your team for carrying my worry into St. Peter's. It gave me a sense of peace to know it was there. With gratitude,
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