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For Guidance

O God, by whom the meek are guided in judgment, and light rises up in darkness for the godly: Grant us, in all our doubts and uncertainties, the grace to ask what you would have us do, that the Spirit of wisdom may save us from all false choices; that in your light we may see light, and in your straight path we may not stumble; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

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For An Election

Almighty God, to whom we must account for all our powers and privileges: Guide and direct, we humbly pray, the minds of all those who are called to elect fit persons to serve. Grant that in the exercise of our choice we may promote your glory, and the welfare of this nation. This we ask for the sake of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.  Amen.

BCP 2019, p. 655

Provenance

ACNA 2019

Draft — AI-assisted research under editorial review.

A prayer for those who vote, asking God to guide the minds of electors toward choosing capable and worthy leaders. It entered Anglican prayer books in the 1979 Episcopal BCP and was substantially reworked for the 2019 ACNA prayer book.