The Sacred Connection Between Scotland and America

For the past few weeks, I’ve been reflecting on the deep spiritual connection between Scotland and America. While Peak Prayers is rooted in the tradition of climbing mountains to lift prayers, I’ve come to realize that this journey isn’t just about geography—it’s about a shared faith, history, and devotion that links these two nations together.

Many of the earliest American settlers came from Scotland, carrying with them a strong Christian heritage and a belief in seeking God through nature. In those days, faith wasn’t just something practiced in churches—it was something deeply embedded in everyday life, often expressed in moments of solitude, reflection, and prayer. Scottish immigrants brought these traditions with them, shaping the Christian landscape of America, particularly in the Bible Belt, the Appalachian region, and early Presbyterian communities.

Scotland itself has a long history of seeking God on the mountains. From the early Celtic Christians and the monastic traditions of Saint Columba to the remote places of prayer used by Scottish ministers in times of persecution, the idea of climbing to a high place to meet with God is deeply ingrained in Scottish faith. This mirrors the American tradition of spiritual retreats, revivals, and moments of divine connection in nature—whether in the mountains of Appalachia, the Rockies, or quiet places of prayer across the country.

This is why Peak Prayers feels so significant—not just for those in Scotland, but for Americans who share this spiritual lineage. When a prayer is lifted from the peak of a Scottish mountain, it’s more than just a moment of intercession—it’s a continuation of an ancient and sacred practice, one that echoes the prayers of ancestors who sought divine guidance in both Scotland and the new world.

As we prepare for our first mountain prayer ceremony, I find myself thinking about how faith transcends borders, time, and distance. The prayers we lift here in Scotland are not just for those who submit them—they are part of something bigger, a connection that stretches across generations and continents.

If you’ve ever felt drawn to the idea of prayer in high places, know that this tradition is as much yours as it is Scotland’s. Faith is not bound by location—it rises, just as the prayers do, from the mountain to the heavens. 🙏🌍✨