It took a year to read the Bible, then almost 9 months to read the Apocrypha. Now, I'm going to try to offer reflections on the Narrative Lectionary. But, I won't be posting daily--at least, for a while.

Friday, July 4, 2008

Prayer and Hymns on Independence Day

Almighty God, you rule all the peoples of the earth.

Inspire the minds of all women and men to whom you have committed
the responsibility of government and leadership in the nations of the world.

Give to them the vision of truth and justice,
that by their counsel all nations and people may work together.

Give to the people of our county zeal for justice and strength of forbearance,
that we may use our liberty in accordance with your gracious will.

Forgive our shortcomings as a nation; purify our hearts to see and love the truth.

We pray all these things through Jesus Christ. Amen. (Andy Langford).

The United Methodist Book of Worship suggests the following hymns and prayers from UMH:
429 For Our Country
437 This Is My Song
519 Lift Every Voice and Sing
696 America the Beautiful
697 America
698 God of the Ages

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