Almighty God, who hast given us this good land for our heritage; We beseech Thee that we may always prove ourselves a people mindful of Thy favor and glad to do Thy will. Bless our land with honorable industry, sound learning, and pure manners. Save us from violence, discord and confusion; from pride and arrogancy; and from every evil way. Defend our liberties, and fashion into one happy people the multitudes brought hither out of many kindreds and tongues. Endue with the spirit of wisdom those to whom in Thy name we entrust the authority of government, that there may be justice and peace at home, and that, through obedience to Thy Law, we may show forth Thy praise among the nations of the earth. In the name of Jesus Christ we offer this prayer. Amen.
A prayer by Frederick Rest - 1961
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