"Dear Heavenly Father, we come before you today to seek wisdom and guidance as we begin this seminar. Grant us open minds and understanding hearts as we engage in learning and discussion. May our time together be fruitful and enriching, and may we grow in knowledge and unity. In your name we pray, Amen."
The Tagalog term for opening prayer is "pambungad na panalangin."
"Good morning everyone and welcome to today's ECG seminar. I am excited to explore the intricacies of electrocardiography with all of you. Let's dive into this fascinating subject together."
Praying at the beginning of a church meeting is a common occurrence. The Lords Prayer is a good example of a prayer that would be recited at the opening of a meeting.
In the beginning God
You start with the prayer of the prophet
invocation
There are numerous prayers which accompany the Rite of Baptism, including an opening prayer, an optional prayer of exorcism, a prayer over the ears and mouth, etc.
Dear Jesus...
"Dear God, bless this gathering as we come together for this seminar. Grant us wisdom, clarity of mind, and open hearts to receive the knowledge that will be shared. May our time together be productive and enriching. Amen." "Heavenly Father, we thank you for the opportunity to gather here for this seminar. Guide our discussions, open our minds to new ideas, and inspire us to learn and grow. Bless the speakers and participants with your presence and wisdom. Amen." "God of wisdom, as we begin this seminar, we seek your guidance and blessings. Grant us focus, understanding, and unity as we share knowledge and insights. May this seminar be a place of learning, inspiration, and growth. Amen."
Surah al-Fatiha, or The Opening. It is very similar to the Lord's Prayer in the Bible.
" Prayer is the opening of the heart to God as to a friend.