Assessing predictions of relational prayer theory: media and interpersonal inputs, public and private prayer processes, and spiritual health

Baesler, E. James ^[1] ; Lindvall, Terry ^[3] ; Lauricella, Sharon ^[2]
1. [1] Old Dominion University
  
  Old Dominion University
  
  Estados Unidos
2. [2] University of Ontario Institute of Technology
  
  University of Ontario Institute of Technology
  
  Canadá
3. [3] Virginia Wesleyan College
  
  Virginia Wesleyan College
  
  Estados Unidos
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Localización: Southern communication journal, ISSN 1041-794X, Vol. 76, nº 3, 2011, págs. 191-209
Idioma: inglés
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Resumen
- Theoretical linkages between communication sources (mediated and interpersonal), prayer (public and private), and spiritual health are derived from Relational Prayer theory. These relationships are empirically investigated using quantitative and qualitative methodologies. Participants (N = 151) completed a written survey for extra credit. Mediated sources predicted frequency of private and public prayer better than interpersonal sources. Private and public prayers predicted better levels of spiritual health (closeness to God and strength of religious/spiritual identity). Overall, results provide initial support for the theoretical linkages. Suggestions for future research include expanding types of mediated sources to include new media technologies and exploring the dynamics of interpersonal prayer relationships.