On the album, Bang is joined by trumpeter James Zollar, pianist Andrew Bemkey, double bassist Todd Nicholson, drummer Newman Taylor Baker, and, on two tracks, percussionists Milton Cardona and Joe Gonzalez.

"[5] In a review for AllMusic, Michael G. Nastos wrote: "The partnership established between all of these musicians is rare, and as unique unto itself as any other ensemble Billy Bang has ever assembled.

"[9] Writing for All About Jazz, Troy Collins remarked: "Bang's eclectic conception is one of exaltation, not excoriation; his quintet conveys its enthusiasm with a feverish vitality reminiscent of the violinist's seminal loft era days, delivering expressive testimonials with a sense of ardor undiminished by frustration or rage.

"[7] In an article for The Village Voice, Tom Hull awarded the album a grade of "A", and wrote: "Joy all around, from Stuff Smith well beyond Sun Ra, with James Zollar's tart trumpet challenging Bang’s razor-sharp violin.

stated: "Prayer For Peace is a record that doesn’t pack the punch of the gravitas that made Bang's Vietnam albums essential, but it makes its impact sure enough with repeated listens.