Today's Lenten Meditation : A Service of Prayer for the Nation

Almighty God, you have given us this good land as our heritage.

Make us always remember your generosity

and constantly do your will.

Bless our land with honest industry, sound learning,

and an honorable way of life.

Save us from violence, discord, and confusion;

from pride and arrogance, and from every evil way.

Make us who come from many nations

with many different languages a united people.

Defend our liberties and give those whom we have entrusted

with the authority of government the spirit of wisdom,

that there might be justice and peace in our land.

When times are prosperous, let our hearts be thankful;

and, in troubled times, do not let our trust in you fail.

We ask all this through our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.

- The Right Reverend Ann M. Ritonia

   Bishop Suffragan for Armed Forces and Federal Ministries, The Episcopal Church