Thank you for input. It's good to hear that you understand where I'm coming from on this issue. I posted the same question on beliefnet....you should check out all the responses!

http://www.beliefnet.com/boards/mess...ges_per_page=4

It's is all VERY interesting!

I think this issue will work it's way out for me in time. I can spend that prayer time doing my own silent meditation. That'll work for me. I'm glad the people in the room find comfort in their prayer.

emmy