wut do u think of school prayers?
595934
I think prayer should not be forbidden, but it should not be forced.  If a group of children wish to conduct their own voluntary prayer meeting at lunch time or play time, then I think that should be allowed.  Muslim students should be allowed to go to a private place to conduct their required prayers.  But a whole classroom of students should not be led in prayer by the teacher, or anything like that.  This can not be done fairly.  There are Jewish students who would never accept praying in the name of Jesus, and there are Christian students who would never accept NOT praying in the name of Jesus.  There are atheists who do not accept praying at all.  All religious stances must be respected in a public school setting.
951152
Interesting question. Well, first of all I'd like to say that I DO go to a catholic high school, but that doesn't mean I believe in my religion. What I mean is that not everyone has the same views. I also attend a FRENCH catholic school, so we only have about 200 students at our school (and share half a floor with a 3 stories english school...)\n\nCatholic school seem to have less bullying, or less severe cases at our school, so if you're worried about your child or for any other reason, a catholic school is for you (though I must admit I hate my religion class and risk falling asleep during our 'ceremonies').\n\nPublic schools have a lot more students, that's for sure, and because of that it also mean there are more trouble makers and the school can't take care of all of them. But, like others have pointed out, public schools does have more diversity, which may or may not be too good.\n\nI also think the teachers take better care and attention of the students since we aren't many in the school, but again my school is also french.\n\nSo, to make things short, if you want the 'cliche' high school life, go to a public school. If you just want to live a quiet life, pass your classes and not be bothered by anyone else, go to a catholic school.\n\nOh yeah, and you might need to get baptized for it. Yep.
866912
I pray to God for forgiveness\nI call my parents n say how much i love them\nI call my friends n say how much they are important for me\nI take a shower\nI pray (namaz(im a Muslim))
872014
prayers are gay, why should people waste ther precious time on something like prayers? they're B-U-L-L
360060
That is a touchy subject, but I know one thing when I was in school we had prayer.  You didn't know who was against it or not, we just did it.  It seems like to me ever since they took it out of the schools there has been a whole lot of killings, stabbings, shootings, and disrespect for one another.  I think if we  bring it back it will make people think before the act, and maybe put the fear of God in some.  If they can keep it on our money, it certainly wouldn't hurt to put it back in the schools.  You don't hear the non-believer's complaining about take "In God We Trust" off our currency.  Why is that?  Moreover, money is the root of Evil.  I say we take "In God We Trust" of the money because it is not worthy to most who abuse it. Put it back in the schools with our children and let then decide.
1037314
I pray that the Lord answers each and everyone of your prayers. I pray that you begin to see victory in every aspect of your life. I pray that God will use you in a mighty way in your classroom and that you leave a lasting impact on your children. I pray that Jesus will bring deliverance to your best friend and they she will see the light through your obedience in Christ Jesus. I pray that God's will be done on this earth. I pray that you learn to acknowledge God in all your paths and that you and him have an unbreakable relationship. I hope that he leads and guides you into all truth and that the favor and righteousness of Christ is upon you. I pray that you have a sound mind and a garment of praise. I pray that God will deliver your brother from all evil and save his soul. I pray that the Lord shows you what to pray in Jesus name the only name. Amen
414003
i agree you should pray several times a day and not just when you need something. God Bless You!!!!
767053
Come on now!  You want to believe in prayer, but you find something as little as that  to turn away.  Have you ever lost a love one and you needed God to step in and keep you from losing your mind?  Well he did it for me!   Prayer does work!
86110
<*> try this list of sites\nhttp://www.newtimes.org/issue/0208/prayer.htm
633568
I see that you are fearful of what people may say. I know how that's like " in school I had to pray for a friend right in front of the whole school and i did it. If you are christian and someone ask you to pray for him/her right  here  and there or a brother ask you to help him pray for a person that second go ahead because god is with you guys. what a honor to pray for someone who understand that they need god to help him/her. Also you lay hands on him/her. Don't misunderstand what I am saying just put a hand over his/her head and pray your heart. The Prayer can be about healing if they need it or about over all status.
579324
Yes, in our democratic society, it is hard.  One of the founding principles in this country is the separation of church and state.  One argument in favor of prayer in schools is that studies show that prayer, meditation, or some other form of silent reflection help people to focus and stay on task, and as a teacher, I can testify (no pun intended) that staying on task is one of the hardest things any student can be asked to do.  \n\nHow can we justify prayer in schools, though?  That's a real toughie.  You could allow for "moments of self-reflection" or set aside time for journal writing (many schools have DEAR time-- Drop Everything And Read-- when students must devote 30 minutes to reading at the end of the school day).  But if you call that moment of silence "prayer time" you are treading on thin ice.  No one can force anyone to pray.  It cannot be mandatory.  Nor would a true Christian want someone to be mandated to pray, because God wants people to come to Him freely.
530032
YES!! There needs to be prayer in schools! This is the FIRST generation growing up without prayer in schools and the removal of God from everything, look how it is turning out!\n\nThere is NO SEPARATION OF CHURCH AND STATE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!\nthe only thing Jefferson was saying was the Government cannot impede on Church dealings or establish a religion or prohibit free exercise of religion, read the letter pple instead of jumping on a stupid band wagon not knowing anything about it!!!!!!!!! instead of using the Internet for dulling your mind use it for research now and again! read a book now and again pple.
703301
If they pray for you then good for them....\nIF it some how does something good for you well good for you....don't look a gift horse in the mouth.\n\nThe thing is prayers are cheap and have no proven effect....actions speak louder than words...I believe the world would be a better place if people spent there time doing good for people instead of all that praying....Good deeds have  results....Prayer ...Well the results of prayer are debatable
472862
There are many cons.  Some of those would be:\n\nNot everybody worships the same God, some worship no God.\nDifferent denominations of the same belief system pray differently.\nIt takes time away from educating the children.\nHow would parents' issues or concerned be addressed? \n\nOne commonly held misconception is that students can not pray in school, they certainly can.  They can not make other pray with them and they can't be disruptive about it. Schools allow Bible clubs and other religious clubs now, they are not compulsory, but they are allowed.\n\nIf you're looking for some good references, I'd suggest the link below.
740246
it means that, while your child can have the "right" to pray quietly in school, the school doesnt have the "right" to lead group prayer and subject an unwilling child to the group pressure to participate or be ostracized.
1090084
I think it is always ok to pray ....;-)
180458
It depends on what you mean by pray.I keep talking to God throught the day like hes my friend which he is.I do read the Bible everyday.