evening prayer
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of evening prayer
First recorded in 1590–1600
Example Sentences
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The calls often open with a guest speaker and close with an evening prayer, offered by a chaplain in the Los Angeles County Fire Department.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 7, 2026
By the time the evening prayer began, less than 10 minutes later, others had nearly finished their meals.
From New York Times ● Apr. 11, 2023
“All of you will have to come out on Sunday after evening prayer to protest, to peacefully protest … I again say that should never indulge in violence,” he said.
From Seattle Times ● Apr. 8, 2022
The anniversary was marked with a moment of silence in the House and Senate, a panel discussion by historians, members’ recollection of the event, and an evening prayer vigil on the Capitol steps.
From Washington Times ● Jan. 6, 2022
After supper there is evening prayer in the new chapel.
From "Blood on the River" by Elisa Carbone
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