You make a great point about the historical role of religion in forming community. I think we’ve seen this shift already. Community can be found through sports

You make a great point about the historical role of religion in forming community. I think we’ve seen this shift already. Community can be found through sports, classes, meetups, and in many more traditional areas of the world still through village/city public events and festivals. As far as “Prayer community,” I think it will always serve an important role in connecting people who share a common faith and for who that faith is an essential way through which they look at the world. If not through Church or established religions, I think we are increasingly seeing the emergence of people organizing around opportunities for personal development (which is a key function of religions). Topics like interpersonal awareness, deepening of physical and emotional intimacy, etc. People seemingly enjoy connecting around a shared desire for growth. Now, this comes with its own set of issues and potential for abuse/deception. But that’s my gut feeling for where we’re headed.