The church has drifted far from the simplicity of worship of the Early Church. Did the Spirit inspire those first disciples to set a pattern of worship for all ages? Teaching of doctrine, fellowship around the Word, the breaking of bread, intercession these were influential in the lives of early Christians. And their "togetherness" impacted the world around.
When prayers were offered, it is reasonable to assume that men and women participated. Among those who "continued steadfastly in prayer" in the upper room were women, including Jesus' mother. Paul told Timothy the mark of a true widow is continuance in supplication and prayers. Women in the Corinthian Church prayed publicly as well as prophesied.
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