A PRAYER AT ELECTION TIME

O Lord, Our just and Loving Father, We thank you for the precious gift of Human Life that is greatly threatened by the Culture of Death. Aware of the dangers we are now facing, we ask that you guide us in electing the leaders our nation truly needs: Leaders with the wisdom to discern your providential plan, Leaders who understand the weakness of the human condition, Leaders who counsel our citizens to respect the rule of law, Leaders with the fortitude to face their opponents with grace, Leaders with knowledge of our Constitution and of natural rights, Leaders whose piety makes them aware of their own limitations, and Leaders whose reverential fear informs their moral judgment. We pray that the inalienable rights to life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness, promised by our founders, may be preserved, protected, and defended for all, especially the most vulnerable members of our society. Almighty and Merciful God, sustain us in our struggle to live in peace as one nation under God. Amen