Prayer & Meditation

Prayer at the labyrinth at Unity Center of Columbia. Click here to read about it. 

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"Beloved, whatever you ask in prayer, believe that you have received it and it will be yours." (Mark 11:24)

Prayer and Meditation Prayer and meditation are key spiritual practices in Unity. Simply put, prayer is talking to God, while meditation is listening. When we pray, we align our words with Truth. When we meditate, we get quiet and listen to Spirit's wisdom and peace found deep within us. Prayer does not change God; it changes us by raising our consciousness. Affirmative Prayer is based on faith, uplifted consciousness and gratitude. We affirm, in the present tense, the Absolute, Spiritual Truth. If you request prayers for health, for example, we will behold and claim your wholeness right now. We will also give thanks in advance, as Jesus taught, for what is already done in Spirit.

Meditation is generally a practice of sitting still and turning our attention inward in the quiet presence of Spirit. Sitting in silence is simple and powerful. This practice fosters inner peace and allows us to gain insight and guidance through communion with Spirit.

Labyrinth Prayer and meditation can also be practiced by walking, among other expressions. Unity Center offers an ancient way to "walk" your prayers -- on our labyrinth. Labyrinths have been used all around the world dating back as early as 2500 BCE. Unlike a maze, a labyrinth pathway is clearly marked and there is only one way to go. The path leads one to the center and back out. The labyrinth is a metaphor for the spiritual journey. All we need to do is put one foot in front of the other and stay the course. The path that leads us to our spiritual center, or God, is clearly marked with prayer. Walking the labyrinth path consists of three phases: The path in -- is an opportunity for letting go or shedding -- a way of quieting the mind.

The center -- is the place where we consciously reconnect with our Source. Often people will linger a while in the middle and pray or meditate. The path out -- is for integration. You may feel lighter, freer, inspired or more at peace on your way out – we hope so! Having brought ourselves back to the peaceful center, we move out on the path to express in the world again. Ideally, that expression is more spiritually conscious as a result of our walk.

Home of Silent Unity, the worldwide prayer ministry at Unity Village, Missouri

If you want someone to pray with you right now, you may want to call Silent Unity, where prayer partners are available for you 24/7.  You can reach Silent Unity any time of the night or day by calling the numbers below. Every request sent to Silent Unity is kept confidential and receives loving, compassionate attention. To reach Silent Unity's prayer line, call: English: 1-816-969-2000 Spanish: 1-816-969-2020 If you have no way to pay for the call, you may use Silent Unity's toll-free number: 1-800-669-7729.