The importance of private prayer cannot be overestimated. We are busy people living in a hurried age, and find ourselves engaged in countless pursuits which sap our strength, time, and energy.

Prayer, meditation and contemplation have been woven into the fabric of all the great world religions from ancient times until today. The expressions of gratitude, singing of songs, hymns and ...

Chet Donelson of Aurora said the National Day of Prayer is important, saying “I believe in a higher power.” “Prayer is what you make it. Prayer and wishes are the same thing,” he said.

“Prayer is important for any city, any person. All of us need prayer and should be invested in prayer. And I appreciate the opportunity to be out here today to pray for Longview,” Ishihara said. “Life ...

Prayer is important to Barb and Bill Luebcke of Tinley Park, so it’s no surprise they are key components in a new prayer line that began two months ago at Trinity Lutheran Church in Tinley Park.

One of the most influential Catholics in the United States right now is 32-year-old tech entrepreneur Alex Jones. Jones is CEO and co-founder of the prayer app Hallow, which has been downloaded ...

First Day Prayer Founder Pastor Thomas McDaniels speaks about why he feels bringing together area church leaders at the Gregg County Courthouse on Jan. 1 is important.