God of Grace and God of Glory

God of grace and God of glory, on your people pour your power; now fulfill your church's story; bring its bud to glorious flower. Grant us wisdom, grant us courage, for the facing of this hour.

Lo! the hosts of evil round us scorn your Christ, assail his ways! From the fears that long have bound us, free our hearts to faith and praise. Grant us wisdom, grant us courage, for the living of these days.

Cure your children's warring madness; bend our pride to your control; shame our wonton selfish gladness, rich in things and poor in soul. Grant us wisdom, grant us courage, lest we miss your heavenly goal.

Save us from weak resignation to the evils we deplore; let the search for your salvation be our glory evermore. Grant us wisdom, grant us courage, serving you whom we adore.