We ask you to bless all who, following in his steps, give themselves to the service of others; endue them with wisdom, patience, and courage, that they may strengthen the weak and raise up those who fall, and, being inspired by your love, may worthily minister to the suffering, the friendless, and the needy; for the sake of him who laid down his life for us, your Son our Savior Jesus Christ

We humbly ask you to bless all courts of justice and all magistrates in this land; give them a spirit of wisdom and understanding, that fearing no power but yours alone, they may discern the truth and impartially administer the law.

O God, the Creator of all, whose Son commanded us to love our enemies: Lead them and us from prejudice to truth; deliver them and us from hatred, cruelty, and revenge; and in your good time enable us all to stand reconciled before you in Jesus Christ; in whose Name we pray. Amen.

Lord, grant that I may be Able in argument, Accurate in analysis, Strict in study, Candid with clients, and Honest with adversaries. Sit with me at my desk and Listen with me to my client’s plaints, Read with me in the library, and Stand beside me in court, So that today I shall not, In order to win a point, Lose my soul. Through Christ Our Lord. Amen.

O God, take away the arrogance and hatred which infect our hearts; break down the walls that separate us; unite us in bonds of love; and work through our struggle and confusion to accomplish your purposes on earth.

Grant us grace to contend fearlessly against evil and to make no peace with oppression; and help us to use our freedom rightly in the establishment of justice in our communities and among the nations, to the glory of your holy Name.

Do not fear what may happen tomorrow;

the same everlasting Father who cares for you today will take care of you then and every day.

May we not by appearance judge, nor by hearsay decide, but may we judge the poor with justice, and decide aright for the land’s afflicted.

Set in Your Church strong and mighty pillars that may suffer and endure great labors –watching poverty, thirst, hunger, coat and heat – which also shall not fear the threats of princes, persecution, neither death, but always persuade and think with themselves to suffer with a good will, slanders, shame, and all kinds of torments, for the glory and laud of Your holy Name

Make us always thankful for your loving providence, and give us grace to honor you with all that you have entrusted to us; that we, remembering the account we must one day give, may be faithful stewards of your good gifts.