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The Praying Church
Principles and Power of Corporate Prayer
By Sue Curran
Retail $12.99
Creation House Press
© 1987, 2001
www.CreationHouse.com
When first released, C. Peter Wagner claimed this was “simply the best book on the subject!” Since then, many new resources have been published but Sue Curran’s work continues to be a source of inspiration and insight.
The author explains: “In the spring of 1980, a revival released the
keys of corporate prayer to a pastor and congregation (Shekinah Church
in Blountville, Tennessee pastored by her husband John). Through a
sovereign move of the Holy Spirit, the church found itself in prayer as
a body morning and evening, day after day, week after week. When, after
four months, the intensity of the great move of prayer and repentance
subsided, . . . There remained a corporate prayer life established by
the leadership of the Spirit Himself, teaching, as no man could, the
way of God in corporate communion.”
The book is both biblical and practical. The author deals with
foundational biblical teachings on corporate prayer and the principle
of agreement. Practical topics include:
- the role of leadership
- hindrances to corporate praying
- finding incentives to pray
- outreach and worship
- the who and how of leading corporate prayer
Uses:
- a quick-read for pastors needing a comprehensive vision for corporate prayer
- an introduction to those new to prayer leadership
- a teaching book for weeknight prayer groups that want to move beyond “organ recitals”
Sue Curran’s revival experience may be several decades past, but the
lessons learned in the midst of a Holy Spirit inspired revival produce
timeless insights and ideas for all who gather in His name.
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March 2005 
