[Illbay]

Nearly all the time, when I pray, it is a silent prayer.

The minister could have given voice to those words that were appropriate, then SILENTLY added that the prayer was "in the name of Jesus Christ." God would know.

That would have been proper. Your way (and his, I suspect) is calculated to make a point, even offend, just to make that point. Foolish.

[Marysecretary]

Illbay, you always have nasty things to say to or about Christians/Christianity. I think you just don't like us! I'm sure this pastor meant no offense, but, since you bring it up, Jesus is called the ROCK OF OFFENSE in scripture. His name is offensive to people who hate Him or who hate Christianity. It's a given, so I shouldn't be surprised at reactions like yours.