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John Sumwalt For Agri-View
Sep 13, 2026
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Book cover — Drawing on her own prayer life as well as the prayer experiences of friends and strangers, Jane Redmont offers a practical compilation of prayer types sure to enliven spiritual practice.
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John Sumwalt For Agri-View

If you want to learn to pray, try reading the psalms.

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John Sumwalt is a retired pastor and former cat owner, the son of dairy farmers. He is the author of “Shining Moments: Visions of the Holy in Ordinary Lives.” Email johnsumwalt@gmail.com or call 414-339-0676 to reach him, or write to W172 N7735, #932, Menomonee Falls, WI 53051.