[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_column_text]Who cared if there was really any Being to pray to? What mattered was the sense of giving thanks and praise, the feeling of a humble and grateful heart. — Oliver Sacks

Prayer is a constant in human experience across eras and cultures, with petitions, lamentations, gratitude and requests for intercession expressed in a great variety of words, art and physical postures. Prayer can be our window to whatever energy, life force or deity we believe exists beyond our selves. It can also provide a mirror to examine our deepest personal and spiritual needs and concerns. Children are naturally drawn to prayer and the regular practice of prayer can be comforting and helpful to them.

Unitarian Universalism is theologically inclusive, and embraces many concepts and practices of prayer. Some would identify viewing a sunset or attending a peace march as a prayer experience. Some find meaning in traditional prayer words and rituals from our Jewish and Christian faith heritages or another faith tradition in which they were raised. Some use Buddhist- or Hindu-rooted meditation as prayer. And some create their own prayers with particular personal meaning.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_column_text]

Family Prayer Types

Prayer Bead Necklace

UU Family Prayer Sampler

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