For the Nation and All Those in Authority

For the Nation and All Those in Authority

O GOD, our refuge and strength, Who orderest all things in heaven and earth ; look down with Thy mercy upon us as a nation. Remember not our iniquities, nor the iniquities of our forefathers, neither take Thou vengeance of our sins. Pour out upon us, and on all the people of this land, the spirit of grace and supplication, and join us together in piety, loyalty, and brotherly love. Direct the counsels and strengthen the hands of all in authority for the repression of crime and outrage, the maintenance of order and law, and of public peace and safety; so that, leading quiet lives in all godliness and honesty, we may be Thy people, and Thou mayst vouchsafe to be our God, and that we may bless and glorify Thee, our Defender and Deliverer ; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.