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Where Two or Three Agree: Common Prayer at Orthodox House

July 7, 2026 · 1 min read

There is a beautiful, ancient rhythm to our shared prayer life, a practice rooted in the very heart of our faith. As our Lord promised in Matthew 18:19, "If two of you agree on earth about anything they ask, it will be done for them by my Father in heaven." This is the spirit behind "Prayer by Agreement" at Orthodox House Social—a practice cherished for centuries where faithful gather, not physically, but in spirit and voice, to pray the same prayer at the same hour.

Currently, we have one active group, a small but steadfast circle praying the Lord’s Prayer together each evening. Tonight, however, a global community joins us for the "Universal Prayer for Peace," gathering at 21:00 UTC. All are welcome to join this worldwide communion of prayer. Each group maintains a living remembrance, a list of names offered for healing and repose, and members receive a gentle reminder just before the hour. This simple act of shared intention becomes a powerful thread woven through the fabric of our Church.

Why not bring this ancient practice to your own community? Create a dedicated group for your parish, diocese, or beloved Church family. Share your common prayer, keep your own commemoration list, and feel the strength of unity as you pray together across distances. The invitation is open—let us gather around the same prayer, trusting in the Lord’s promise. Visit the Prayers section of Orthodox House Social now to find the current groups, join tonight’s Universal Prayer for Peace, or begin your own. May our united voices lift us all closer to the throne of grace.

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Veronika Nováková

It's nice that they pray the Lord's Prayer every night. I will join the Universal Prayer for Peace at 21:00, should I also write the names of the family for healing?

Борис Марков

Yes, Veronica, write down the names of the family for healing - that's exactly what the list prays for. I also join the Universal Prayer for Peace at 21:00, I will say the "Our Father" with everyone. It's good that they do it every night, it gives some stability.

ريتا حداد

Yes, I love the idea of praying together at the same time even if we are apart. Tonight I will join the global prayer for peace at 9 UTC and add my father's name to the healing list. Thanks for the reminder, this feels really lonely.

رانيا معلوف

Yes, Rita, I also love this feeling of loneliness, even if we are in Beirut or further away. I will join with you tonight at nine UTC and mention your father's name in prayer. Have you ever tried adding your children's names to the list?

سلمى حداد

Yes, Rania, this unity becomes stronger when we mention each other’s names in prayer. I put my son's name on the list two weeks ago and noticed a difference in his calmness. Do you pray with us every night or only on big occasions like tonight?

ميرنا حداد

Yes, Rania, I also feel that mentioning family names connects us more. I put my son's name on the list a month ago and noticed that he started sleeping better. Have you tried adding your husband's name as well?

Elizabeth Hall

Yes, I like how they keep that evening Lord’s Prayer going every night – gives a bit of rhythm to the day. I’ll join the Universal Prayer for Peace at 21:00 UTC and add my older son’s name for healing; he’s been under the weather lately. Has anyone noticed a difference after putting family on the list for a few weeks?

Василий Орлов

I will also join today at 21:00 UTC in a common prayer for peace. I will add my father’s name to the list for healing, he is now in the hospital after surgery. It’s good that every evening we pray the Lord’s Prayer together - even though it’s online, but you feel like you’re not alone.

إلياس نصار

Yes, Rita, I also feel that prayer at the same time connects us more than any words. Tonight I will join and mention your father's name in healing, and add my late husband's name to the list of comfort. Have you tried praying with the small group that prays the Lord's Prayer every evening?

سمير خوري

Yes, Rita, I am also joining the global prayer tonight at 9 UTC. I will add your father's name to the recovery list, and I will also mention a patient from my department in the hospital. Have you tried praying with them before or is this the first time?

Katherine Morris

I like that steady evening Lord's Prayer slot too — it really does anchor the day. I'll be joining the 21:00 UTC peace prayer tonight and I'll add your older son to my list for healing; hope he shakes that off soon. Have you tried keeping the same short list for a couple of weeks and then switching it up?

Yes, Salma, mentioning names makes prayer closer and more sincere. I pray with the group almost every night, even if I'm busy knitting or visiting my sister. Who is your son's name on the list? Maybe I remember him too.