The word "prayer" is a way to talk to God or a higher power. It is a heartfelt request or expression of thanks, typically spoken or thought silently. Full definition
Instead of prayers of confession, we'd just have an imperative to confess. (rachelheldevans.com)
There are caveats to that, but the order to participate in prayer in any way is not a legal order, and the unit commander was right to recognize that. (religion.blogs.cnn.com)
We have a few days left here and I am just asking for prayer for strength as some of our days are tough and long. (stillbeingmolly.com)