Paige Price was on vacation at Panama City Beach with her family. The manager of the local Waffle House informed the staff that it was time for a shift change as she was peacefully eating her lunch. It’s an occurrence that allegedly doesn’t happen without prayer at this specific spot.

Everyone stopped what they were doing and got together. Some prayed together in a hushed murmur, while others clasped their hands or removed their caps. «We were sitting down and simply eating,» Paige said to WJHG. «I heard something about a shift change or something from the management.» And I glanced over and saw them forming a circle and holding hands. »

Paige Price snapped a shot and posted it on social media. (Photo courtesy of Facebook)

Paige couldn’t believe the blatant expression of religion in a public area, causing her to capture a picture in a society where people are continuously shocked by acts of Christianity. When the prayer concluded, the participants separated and went about their own businesses. Prayer was clearly a common practice at this Waffle House, and every employee seemed unafraid to say it in front of customers.

Paige was moved by their efforts and shared the picture on Facebook, sharing her thoughts and emotions about what she saw. «Some of you may think I’m crazy for doing this, and that’s OK,» Paige said in the post. «Yes, I photographed the waffle house employees.»

«I glanced over and saw all of the employees gathered in a circle, some holding hands, others taking their hats off,» Paige added. I’m quite sure I had a strange expression on my face because I had to question myself many times if this was genuine, if they were really going to pray before each of them went their own ways, if they were really about to PRAY and not worry who they offended.»

Paige first seemed to be upset by the prayer, but then went on to express how amazed she was by the brazen expression of faith. «Why am I doing this?» she asked. «The world I’ve grown up in for the last 23 years is changing quickly, and seeing this simply made my heart happy.» Perhaps there is yet hope for our nation. I congratulate these folks for speaking out for what they believe in without fear of hurting others or being judged by others. »

Paige said that she has gotten several responses thanking her for sharing the article. People also messaged her, saying they felt her article would lose the staff their jobs. So far, however, this has not occurred. Waffle House’s corporate team member said that they neither promote nor discourage staff from praying, and they were pleased to hear that Paige liked her visit.

«This image depicts how the world should be,» Paige told FOX 5. If Christians keep their religion and behaviors to themselves, not only do the critics gain when they claim these activities are objectionable, but we also fail to promote God’s message.

«It’s mostly because of all the weird things going on in the world right now that I snapped the photo and published it,» Paige said. «I mean, most people are hesitant to do it in public, so it was kind of like the right opportunity to snap a photo.»

Bravo to this fearless manager who runs that Waffle House while respecting God and blessing his staff. She is a terrific example to her staff and a great leader in her tiny part of the nation. If you are offended by prayer, you should avoid this restaurant, but I will go if I ever have the opportunity.