But increasingly, scientists are studying the power of prayer, and in particular its role in healing people who are sick. Most research in the field looks at how people who are sick are affected ...

For more than 60 years, the Guideposts' OurPrayer Ministry has lifted up the prayer requests of millions of people with the conviction that God will respond to our heartfelt prayers, small and large.

Affirmative Prayer is a practice in New Thought philosophy, focusing on affirming the truth of divine presence and power in every situation. Rather than asking or pleading for help, we use ...

Mr. T shared his own daily prayer habits with Beliefnet.

First, people offer or ask for prayers. Second, others respond by criticizing, even mocking prayer. They argue that we need to turn to science, not faith, to solve problems. Atheist public ...

Pope Francis has been at top of mind at every service since being hospitalized, and the community has spent hours praying for him at masses and during eucharistic adoration.

“He just said be a good shepherd for your church which is fantastic.” Bishop Wack said the power of prayer works, and Francis is using global prayers to aid his recovery. Have a news tip or ...