Lord Teach Us to Pray

Pastoral prayer implies a degree of vulnerability for the person being prayed for; it may also feel vulnerable for those who offer prayer. Praying well with another person who may be distressed, anxious or seeking guidance, is something to keep learning about. Christian tradition has a wealth of knowledge and wisdom to offer reflecting on the practice of praying with others. Addressing prayer for one another, both formally and informally, Lord, Teach Us to Pray is intended as a resource for churches and local ministry teams. It offers pastoral wisdom and outlines for good practice distilled from the Christian tradition, covering: The practice of pastoral prayer and prayer ministry; How those who pray with others can grow and develop ; How guidelines for good practice, reflecting the learning of the church over the centuries may be put in place.