Perfectly said, CB. Thought you might appreciate this prayer, said to be written by George Washington. I am using it in a program I am giving in December. It seems to be perfect for Thanksgiving as well, and is as timely now as it was then.
This prayer, attributed to George Washington, is said to have been written by him on Christmas at Valley Forge 1777 ,
as reprinted in the Editorial Pages of the Richmond Times Dispatch December 21, 2000.
Almighty God,
Father of All Men:
To Thee we raise thankful hearts for deliverance from forces of evil..
Deliver us also, we beseech Thee, from the greater danger of ourselves,
Have mercy upon us and forgive us for our part in the present desolation of the world.
Awake us each time to a sense of our responsibility in saving the world from ruin.
Open our minds and eyes and hearts to the desperate plight of millions.
Arouse us from indifference into action.
Let none of us fail to give his utmost in sympathy, understanding, thought, and effort.
Fulfill in us and through us
Thy glorious intention: that Thy peace,
Thy love, and Thy justice may enter into the regeneration of the world.
Amen |
