Traci Smith is an ordained minister, mother of three, and author. Traci's passion is helping families find times for connection and spiritual nourishment amid the hustle and bustle of daily life. What began as a quest to help her own family has provided valuable insight for thousands of others. Traci believes faith practices should be fun, easy to fit into daily life, and accessible to all. Visit her at traci-smith.com.
Description
General Introduction to the Book Prayers for Every Day Introduction to Prayers for Every Day Morning Evening Mealtime Bathtime Bedtime Milestones Introduction to Milestones Pregnancy New Baby Baptism First Steps Lost Tooth First Day of School Before a Performance or Athletic Event Prayers for Adolescence Graduation Moving Out Celebrations Introduction to Celebrations Birthday New House/House Blessing Moving Receiving a Guest Getting Together with Extended Family Welcoming a New Pet Celebrating an Accomplishment Anniversary Mother's Day Father's Day Grandparent's Day Emotions Introduction to Emotions Joy Upset/Out of Sorts Worry Homesickness Failure Difficult Times Introduction to Difficult Times Family Member or Friend Has Died Pet Has Died / Pet Funeral Divorce or Separation A Prayer for Something Lost Family Strife Fear of the Dark (or any other fear) Going to the Dr. Illness Hospital Surgery When there Are No Words For a Fresh Start Family Decisions Holy Days Introduction to Holy Days New Year's Day Valentine's Easter Thanksgiving Christmas Alternative Prayers Introduction to Alternative Prayers Wind Prayers Praying Through Movement Praying Through Art Bubble Prayers Prayer Beads and Boxes Supplemental Material Creating Sacred Space at Home Traditions, Ceremonies and Spiritual Practices Prayer and Stages of Faith Thoughts on Mystery, Doubt, and Wonder
Reviews
"Every prayer in this book is beautiful, simple, true, and easy to memorize. I rejoice to think of a generation of children growing up with these prayers in their hearts and minds and souls--and I'm equally happy for the parents over and over again being reminded of the goodness and love of God as well." --Sarah Bessey, author of Miracles and Other Reasonable Things and Jesus Feminist "Prayers for Faithful Families is a delightful and easy-to-use resource for families looking for accessible ways to weave the most basic faith practice of all into the nooks and crannies of their already too-full days." --Jerusalem Jackson Greer, author of and At Home in This Life "Traci Smith's Prayers for Faithful Families is precisely the book I've longed to keep on my daughters' nightstands. Simple yet nuanced, powerful yet never emotionally manipulative, these prayers are poised to empower families to deepen their relationships with God and with one another. What a gift!" --Katherine Willis Pershey, author of Very Married and "More than just a compilation of prayers, this book invites us to cultivate a family culture defined by love, forgiveness, and generosity. Smith doesn't preach, but welcomes--ever focusing our attention on a loving God. She provides a model of praying truthfully with children about painful issues like divorce, failure, and traumatic news events, but also provides prayers that help us articulate our joy around special moments, such as the birth or adoption of a child. She even introduces nontraditional ways to pray and meditate with young children. Love this book!" --Jennifer Grant, author of Maybe God Is Like That Too and Maybe I Can Love My Neighbor Too "Traci Smith's Prayers for Faithful Families is filled with simple yet powerful prayers that will enable parents to weave prayer into the fabric of everyday life. Grace-filled and gently penned, this lovely book would make a meaningful gift for baby showers, baptisms, or birthdays." --Glenys Nellist, author of the Love Letters from God and Snuggle Time series "In this gorgeous book, Traci gives children and adults language that is simple, yet not dumbed down; that is theologically age-appropriate, yet profound and expansive; and that is broad and inclusive, yet totally personal." --Caryn Rivadeniera, author of Grit and Grace: Heroic Women of the Bible and Gritty and Graceful: 15 Inspiring Women of the Bible "If you want a simple yet profound book of prayer suggestions for all kinds of family occasions--happy times and hard time--and it matters that the prayers address the Divine as simply God or Spirit and emphasize God's love, peace, and presence, this book will become for you a much-used, beloved resource." --Daneen Akers, author of Holy Troublemakers & Unconventional Saints