Church of the City New York Center for Vocational Mission | The Role of Prayer and the Workplace
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Nov 18, 2025 Explore the powerful intersection of prayer and the workplace as leaders from major companies share their experiences. Discover why workplace prayer is crucial for fostering a positive mission. Hear firsthand how prayer gatherings began at Goldman Sachs, NBC, and The New York Times and the cultural changes that followed. Get practical tips for initiating prayer in your work environment and learn the importance of mentoring younger professionals in their faith journey. Join in a brief group prayer to invoke blessings for your workplace.
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Start Small, Meet Regularly
- Start simple and regular: a short noon prayer or 30-minute meeting is effective in the workplace.
- Use Scripture and focused formats, then expand frequency as the Spirit leads.
Lunchtime Prayer Became Daily at Goldman
- Nathan describes converting a small lunchtime meeting into a five-day-a-week prayer room at Goldman Sachs.
- The group added scripture, intercession, and a daily noon rhythm that reshaped workplace culture.
Three Interns Started An Altar At NBC
- Sarah began by gathering two colleagues at NBC to pray and noticed rapid growth from that small start.
- She framed the group as an altar at Rockefeller Center and invited God's presence into the workplace.