1. Introduction to Prayer

2. Dictionary Definition prayer 1 [prair] noun1.a devout petition to God or an object of worship.

3. Definition In your rows, come up with a working definition of prayer. Things to consider: – Who is involved? – What is its purpose? – What are its effects? – How is it done?

4. Who is involved in prayer?

5. Me and God https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5bqf87Br q1Q

6. What is the purpose of prayer?

7. What are the effects of prayer?

8. How do we pray?

9. What’s wrong with this definition? prayer 1 [prair] noun1.a devout petition to God or an object of worship.

10. Definitions St. John Damascene: prayer is an elevation of the mind and heart to God. Catechism (¶2558): Prayer is the vital and personal relationship with the living and true God. “For me, prayer is a surge of the heart; it is a simple look turned toward heaven, it is a cry of recognition and of love, embracing both trial and joy.” –St. Therese of Lisieux Prayer is a conversation with God.