'All we can do is pray.' How often we hear these words in the wake of a disaster or a tragedy. At certain moments of great sorrow - or great joy - praying seems as natural as breathing. The Nation's Favourite Prayers brings together a selection of prayers - both classic and modern - that can be used in a wide range of situations. In the first part of the book, David Winter explores the importance of prayer and offers guidance on different approaches. The second part of the book contains 40 prayers, giving the background to each prayer as well as the full text. Famous prayers featured include: the Lord's Prayer, the prayer of St Francis of Assisi, the Serenity Prayer, a Gaelic Blessing, a Kitchen Prayer and the prayer of General Lord Astley before the battle of Edgehill.

The nation's most well-known prayers and the stories behind them

About the Author
DAVID WINTER is well known as a writer and broadcaster. Former Head of Religious Broadcasting at the BBC, he is the Editor of BRF's New Daylight. His books include Winter's Tale, Making Sense of the Bible, Hope in the Wilderness and Old Words, New Life.


Book Information
ISBN 9780745952116
Author Revd Canon David Winter
Format Paperback
Page Count 96
Imprint Lion Books
Publisher SPCK Publishing
Weight(grams) 111g
Dimensions(mm) 198mm * 130mm * 7mm