Tag Archives: prayer
Prayers for Victims, for Families, for Peace
IRFWP and our worldwide family of spiritual leaders from Islam, Christianity, and all religions extend urgent and deepest prayers for our Muslim brothers and sisters of Christchurch, for all families, friends and all affected by our tragic loss. We pray … Continue reading
Interfaith Prayer for Children
IRFWP Director, Frank Kaufmann at the Parliament of World Religions
Dr. Kaufmann shared this brief letter and report with those who prayed and offered encouragement and support for his travels: Dear Friends and family Once again, thank you for your constant kindness, support, and goodwill. I am sincerely grateful Last … Continue reading
PrayerSpark
PrayerSpark uses Internet to encourage people to pray for peace, love LAS VEGAS REVIEW-JOURNAL Feder sees PrayerSpark, which launched earlier this year, as the perfect solution for those who want a spiritual connection, but may not have a local place … Continue reading
Pope Francis, a ‘moment of silent adoration’ in Istanbul’s Blue Mosque
In a gesture designed to highlight his commitment to inter-faith dialogue, Pope Francis conducted a silent prayer alongside a senior Islamic cleric in Istanbul’s Blue Mosque on Saturday. Facing Mecca, Francis bowed his head in prayer for several minutes while standing next … Continue reading
Lebanon Prays for Peace in Syria, Calls for Saving Maalula
Churches in Lebanon held prayers on Saturday night for peace in Syria and against any armed intervention in the country, in a response to Pope Francis’ calls.Maronite Patriarch Beshara al-Rahi led prayers at Our Lady of Lebanon basilica in Harissa, … Continue reading
Is Malaysia heading in a bad direction?
On August 17, AP wire reported that Malaysian authorities on Saturday revoked the immigration privileges held by a Singaporean man who offended some Muslims by allegedly letting Buddhists use an Islamic prayer room. The person in question is a Singaporean-born owner of … Continue reading
Catholics and Protestants Pursue Unity in Taiwan
Social justice and evangelism highlight annual joint-prayer meeting between Catholics and ProtestantsReported by Chen Yi-hsuan Written by Lydia MaTo foster closer relationships between Catholics and Protestants and help them get to know one another, Catholic and Protestant churches in Yunlin…
Continue readingPrayer in America
Here is very interesting research from the Pew Research Center. It shows both by religion and by traditional demographics the percentages of those who pray at least once a day. … Continue reading