pray

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The complaint states that Black feels “called by his faith to return to Broadview to pray for ICE officers there, but his experience requires him to overcome fear in order to do so.”

From Salon • Apr. 6, 2026

Kendra reportedly asked Joseph to pray for her because she had been “really, really fatigued” after she moved all of their possessions over the two days that followed his arrest.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 6, 2026

The church members plan to gather for a service at Kheimeh Molaghat on Easter Sunday, where they intend to once again pray together for the future of Iran and their loved ones back home.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 4, 2026

She will also pray for people dealing with personal struggles and their "own version of the dark", such as illness or bereavement.

From BBC • Apr. 4, 2026

Mrs. Krajewska drinks hers slowly, listening while I explain that I do go to the cathedral on Na Bramie to pray twice a week.

From "The Light in Hidden Places" by Sharon Cameron