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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

10 Prayers For Good Health

Good health touches every part of our lives. When our bodies feel strong, it’s easier to focus, serve others, and enjoy the days God gives us. When health feels fragile, it can affect our emotions, our faith, and even our hope. Whether you are feeling well, managing a condition, recovering from illness, or preparing for

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11 Prayers For Children’s Protection

Children face many risks each day, some we can see and others we cannot. From school and friendships to health, emotions, and the world around them, children need constant care and covering. Praying for children’s protection is not rooted in fear. It is rooted in trust. It is an act of faith that places our

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11 Prayers For Marriage Strength

Marriage is one of the most meaningful relationships God gives us. It is a covenant of two lives joined together through love, commitment, and faith. Yet even strong marriages face stress, misunderstandings, and seasons where the couple feels worn down or discouraged. For this reason, praying for marriage strength is important. Prayer invites God into

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11 Prayers For Spiritual Growth

Spiritual growth is one of the quiet but essential parts of walking with God. It’s the slow shaping of our hearts, thoughts, motives, and choices so that they look more like Christ. Sometimes growth happens during peaceful seasons, and sometimes it comes through hardship, repentance, or deep reflection. Either way, it’s important to seek it

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11 Prayers For God’s Guidance

Seeking God’s guidance matters in every season of life. There are times when decisions feel heavy and the next step is not clear. Other times the choices seem small, yet they still shape our future. Scripture teaches that wisdom and direction come from the Lord, and we are invited to ask Him for clarity. God

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9 Prayers For Strong Faith

Faith is at the heart of following Jesus. It shapes how we respond to fear, uncertainty, suffering, and even everyday decisions. When faith is strong, trust replaces worry and obedience flows more freely. There are seasons when faith feels steady and unshaken. There are also moments when doubt creeps in, prayers feel unanswered, or circumstances

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