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Ann McNeals, Author

Ann created this site to share the power of prayer with Christians around the world!  She’s published hundreds of prayers on Grace and Prayers, published a book of prayers, and started a faith-focused clothing line. 

When she’s not writing, you can find her spending time with her husband, two sons, and her cat. 

Experience

Ann McNeals created Grace and Prayers in 2022 with a simple mission: help people connect with God through prayer. 

But her path to Jesus wasn’t a straight line, as is the case for many Christians. 

Ann wasn’t raised Christian and struggled with substance abuse throughout her teens and 20s.  Through a friend, she found a connection to prayer and that was the first time she truly understood His presence. 

She then decided to make Christ her passion, her love and her career. Ann pursued a BA and eventually a Master’s in Theology at Colorado Christian University in Lakewood, Colorado which is near her hometown of Silverton. 

Ann has leveraged her personal experience with God and her education to create prayers that everyone can read and engage with. 

She’s also published a successful book of prayers and created a clothing line of prayer-focused clothing to help others connect with our God. 

Education

Colorado Christian University, Bachelor of Arts in Theology, 1992 -1996

Colorado Christian University, Master of Arts In Theology, 2001 – 2003

Prayers By Ann

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9 Guiding Prayers For A Son Seeking Direction

Every young man reaches crossroads in life that demand decision and direction. It’s in these moments, as they seek to carve out their futures, that the power of prayer becomes essential. Prayer connects us to God’s boundless wisdom and guidance, offering light on paths that seem shrouded in uncertainty. As we lift up our sons

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9 Strengthening Prayers For Those Mourning A Recent Loss

Grieving the loss of a loved one can feel like carrying a weight that is too heavy to bear alone. In these moments, prayer can serve as a bridge—connecting us to the divine comfort and strength we desperately need. By praying, we invite God to walk beside us in our journey of grief, helping us

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8 Inspiring Prayers For A Memorable Wedding Day

A wedding day is one of the most cherished moments in a couple’s life, a sacred occasion marking the beginning of a lifelong journey together under God’s loving gaze. As such, it is not merely a celebration of union but a spiritual milestone, deeply enriched by the power of prayer. By inviting God into this

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8 Powerful Prayers To Begin The Day

How do we equip ourselves for the day ahead? Starting each morning with a prayer is like setting the foundation for a building—it ensures that no matter what comes our way, we are prepared, centered, and aligned with God’s will. When we begin our day in conversation with God, we invite His presence into every

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16 Daily Prayers For Young Children

Praying with and for our children is not just a spiritual duty but a daily nurture that guides them through life’s ups and downs. As young minds grow, understanding the presence of God in their lives through daily prayers can lay a solid foundation of faith, trust, and gratitude. Prayer teaches them to turn to

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