 Lord, guide and direct all those in authority over us, that they may walk according to your ways. Be with those who watch over us, our nation's military, as well as the police, firefighters, emergency personnel, and health care workers. Keep us this day under your protective care, trusting in your everlasting goodness and love, for the sake of your Son, Jesus Christ, our Lord, who lives and reigns with you in the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen.