Why Prayer Should Be Allowed in School?

Prayer unites groups of people. If group prayer was allowed in school, there will be a better understanding of right and wrong among people. Prayer also will make people acknowledge that there is something bigger than us. This leads to less reliance on things such as sex, drugs and alcohol.

Why is prayer important in schools?

First, daily prayer gives us an opportunity to share all aspects of our lives with God. Second, daily prayer gives us the chance to express our gratitude for the things He provides. Third, daily prayer provides the platform for confessing our sin and asking for help in overcoming that sin.

Is prayer allowed in schools?

The U.S. Supreme Court banned school-sponsored prayer in public schools in a 1962 decision, saying that it violated the First Amendment. But students are allowed to meet and pray on school grounds as long as they do so privately and don't try to force others to do the same.