We’re supposed to pray. In fact the New Testament says we’re supposed to “pray without ceasing.” (I Thess. 5:16-18) How do you do that and what do you mean by ‘prayer’ to start with? If you thought it ...

Prayer is a confusing exercise sometimes. For the non-religious, it conjures up thoughts of compelled speech, rote memorization and even banging one’s head against a wall. We hear scriptural ideas ...

Scores of Catholics and other practicing Christians pray the rosary all year long — and many bestow gifts of rosaries on family and friends for Christmas and other special occasions. What is the ...

A LOT of studies on intercessory prayer have been published in recent years. This research has returned mixed results. Some studies conclude that prayer improves health, while others show no effect—or ...

God desires a relationship with us and calls us to nurture a life of prayer so that we can speak and listen to him. The summons to pray should not be taken lightly. It lies at the heart of our ...

IN MY Dec. 15 column, the main portion of the Muslim prayers was described. They are physical, consisting of postures, movements and recitation. The worshippers try to have a sincere intention with ...

The Reverend Dr James Hawkey, Canon Theologian and Almoner, considers the theological distinction between public and private prayer. Pitched at KS4 students, this article uses passages from the Bible ...

Alice Walker's quote, 'Thank you is the best prayer,' emphasizes gratitude's power beyond mere courtesy. It highlights how ...

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