Gonna be a lot of stick ups done in this thing.

dburatti,

Asking to pray is not assuming anything. Reason dictates asking in a culture where the majority claim a belief in a higher power.

Being allowed to pray makes no statement as to the recipient's beliefs. It is a tolerant form of indulgence regardless of Faith or not. It is no worse than saying "I hope you get to feeling better." Should I have to ask permission to say that, should I be fired?

She asked first. She didn't press upon being told no. This is the typical knee jerk reaction now days on the web to anything spiritual. Why are we surprised it should show up in real life. It does sound extreme there though doesn't it. I was told in school that the spiritual concerns of our patients are to be considered a part of their care. How to know what those are unless you ask?

This is complete nonsense. Makes me wish I had went into Law school instead.