Almighty God,

bless our nation

and make it true

to the ideas of freedom and justice

and brotherhood for all who make it great.

Guard us from war,

from fire and wind,

from compromise, fear, confusion.

Be close to our president and our statesmen;

give them vision and courage,

as they ponder decisions affecting peace

and the future of the world.

Make me more deeply aware of my heritage;

realizing not only my rights

but also my duties

and responsibilities as a citizen.

Make this great land

and all its people

know clearly Your will,

that they may fulfill

the destiny ordained for us

in the salvation of the nations,

and the restoring of all things in Christ.

Amen