Almighty God,
Ruler of all the peoples of the earth,
forgive our shortcomings as a nation,
purify our hearts to see and love the truth, give wisdom to our leaders,
and steadfastness to our people,
and bring us at last
to that fair city of peace whose foundations are mercy,
justice, and goodwill,
of which you are the designer and builder;
through your Son, Jesus Christ our Lord.
By Woodrow Wilson
