[BlueDragon]

In other words, the "I'll pray for you" being used in this context is just another put-down, but one that can be engaged in while themselves acting all innocent-like.

[Jvette]

Not that it’s any of your business, but that was not meant as a put down but a sincere wish for a softened heart.

There first part was a tease regarding the conversation we were having about a prayer to Mary.

Catholics certainly do know how to pray and we love even those who do not love us, just as Jesus asked of us and we pray for them. I would be touched by any offer of the same from them.