http://www.prayerinamerica.org Tue, 23 Sep 2008 18:27:04 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en EEP54@comcast.net wrote to us and said, "It would be interesting to find out if people pray for healing and if they believe that people should pray for that.  I know that people see me in my wheelchair and assume that I'm not healed.  But one of my favorite things to ... http://www.prayerinamerica.org/2008/09/prayer-and-healing/ This year, Ramadan begins on September 1, 2008.  Observed by Muslims around the world, the holiday of Ramadan is a time for spiritual purification achieved by fasting, self-sacrifice and prayers.  Celebrated during the ninth month of the Islamic calendar, Muslims fast each day of the month from sunup to sundown.  ... http://www.prayerinamerica.org/2008/09/ramadan/ Labor Day, the first Monday in September, is a creation of the labor movement and is dedicated to the social and economic achievements of American workers.  It constitutes a yearly national tribute to the contributions workers have made to the strength, prosperity, and well-being of our country. The first Labor Day holiday ... http://www.prayerinamerica.org/2008/08/a-prayer-for-labor-day/ Ever wonder about the origin of the American holiday, Memorial Day?  Memorial Day, originally called Decoration Day, is a holiday of remembrance and traditions for soldiers who have died in our nation's service.  There are many legendary stories as to its actual beginnings, with over two dozen cities and towns ... http://www.prayerinamerica.org/2008/05/history-of-memorial-day-traditions-origins/ On Sunday, May 4, 2008, Michael Powell wrote Race and the Race:  A Fiery Theology Under Fire for the New York Times' Week in Review.  Powell writes, By the mid-1960's, the horns of Jericho seemed about to sound for the traditional black church in the United States.  Martin Luther King, ... http://www.prayerinamerica.org/2008/05/rev-jeremiah-wright-controversial-theology/ In today's stressful America, many workers bring elements of their faith to the workplace.  When the phones are ringing, the boss is yelling, and co-workers are complaining, some Americans turn to prayers, icons, travel souvenirs from pilgrimages -- right in their cubicles or offices. In an article called Articles of Faith ... http://www.prayerinamerica.org/2008/04/prayer-in-the-worldplace/ As with many other Christian dates, the celebration of Easter extends beyond the church.  Since its origins, it has been a time of celebration and feasting.  Today it is commercially important as well, seeing wide sales of greeting cards and confectionery such as chocolate Easter eggs, marshmallow bunnies, and jelly ... http://www.prayerinamerica.org/2008/03/easter-traditions/ A prayer for contemplation on the timeless message of Easter Lord, You have arisen forever In my heart! May the sunrise Remind me to shine in Your light May the caress of a gentle breeze Remind me of Your compassion May the fragrance of a flower Remind me to blossom in Your love May the singing of birds Bring a ... http://www.prayerinamerica.org/2008/03/a-prayerful-observance-of-easter/ Pesach, or Passover, is the eight-day Jewish holiday observance commemorating the freedom and exodus of the Israelites (Jewish slaves) from Egypt during the reign of Pharaoh Ramses II. Jewish Passover Traditions Passover is a special holiday time of family gatherings and lavish Jewish meals called Seders.  Traditional Seder meals include foods that ... http://www.prayerinamerica.org/2008/03/jewish-passover-traditions-in-america/ Back in 2004, Susan Page wrote for USA Today, “Where will you spend Sunday morning? Will you go to church or Home Depot? Sing in the choir or play golf? Answer that question and you've given the most reliable demographic clue about your vote on Election Day. Voters who say ... http://www.prayerinamerica.org/2008/01/does-faith-trump-social-issues-when-it-comes-to-voting/