Prayer

St. John the Baptist/Prayer

Prayer is key to our faith. We pray for ourselves, other people, the world we live in and God's church on a regular basis. We put our faith and trust in the power of the Holy Spirit being at work in our prayers.

Prayer can be offered in all sorts of different ways and settings. You find what works for you and a place that you feel comfortable in. The Bible is our ultimate source for for our prayer and spirituality. Praying can be done individually, as a group or as a community. We are able to pray out loud or in silence, we can use words, symbols, pictures, prayer stations and many more resources.

'Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God'

(Philippians 4:6)

Where two or three are gathered, there I am in the midst of them'

(Matthew 18:20)

Resources

Individually

The key thing with praying individually is finding what works for you, a space and time. It doesn't have to be the same time but you have the option to create your own pattern of what works around your lifestyle.

Common worship Daily Prayer Book
Book of Common Prayer
Celtic Daily Prayer
Rosary
Great outdoors
Inside a building: e.g. church, house, work place etc
Artistic - Icons, drawing, painting, colouring, craft, baking etc

As a group

The key thing about praying as a group is finding what everyone feels most comfortable using and in a space that feels relaxing for everyone.

Common worship Daily prayer book
Book of Common Prayer
Celtic Daily prayer book
Rosary
Singing
Candlelight
Great outdoors
Inside a building: church, house, work place etc

As a community

Praying as a community is similar in praying as a group. Our faith is community focused so its important that we live this out be praying and worshipping together regularly.