Almighty God we turn from evil towards you
and humbly implore you to grant us mercy,
pardon, life, peace, protection, love, joy and all good things
so that we may live in harmony with you and one another.

We turn to you in the great expectation
of receiving from you all of these things.

Forgive us our sins against you,
heal our brokenness,
and renew our hearts
so that we may be one in you.
Grant wisdom to our leaders
to make decisions in accordance with your will for life,
peace and protection.

Protect the lives of all human beings,
our families, state and country.
Guard us.
Help us to love our enemies,
protect us from our enemies,
from terrorism,
from war and from your just judgment.
Almighty God,
we trust in your great mercy.
May your reign be recognized on earth.

Amen.