For God’s presence at the meal and a life cleansed of injustice and heartlessness.
Historical edition. Historical claims and instructions are preserved as historical context.
O LORD, we pray for thy presence at this meal. Hallow all our joys, and if there is anything wanton or unholy in them, open our eyes that we may see. If we have ever gained our bread by injustice, or eaten it in heartlessness, cleanse our life and give us a spirit of humility and love, that we may be worthy to sit at the common table of humanity in the great house of our Father.