a modern interpretation of the Lord's prayer

Family Prayers — Simon Cross, UK

Family prayers express the spiritual identity of those that say them.  Some groups develop their own prayers; many use a version of the classic prayer that Jesus taught, ‘The Lord’s Prayer,’ for this.  Some alternative prayers are provided that might be adopted (or adapted) for this purpose. You may prefer to use a prayer which […]

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Lord’s Prayer version — Steve Garnaas-Holmes, USA

Our Mother, our Father, Source of our being, whose presence is heaven, all Creation sings of you, “Holy!” May your Realm unfold among us, your desire be fulfilled, this world blossoming out of your delight. Give us the breath of life, one breath at a time. Accept our brokenness; give us acceptance of others who […]

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