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of all Christian Princes : take them into Thy
Protection, and give them such a of
spirit true
piety and solid wisdom, that they may be able
to satisfy their great charge for the good of
their people : and not only be solicitous for
worldly greatness, but much more how they
may concur in removing scandals, in en
couraging virtue, and establishing Unity amongst
all that believe in CHRIST."
"
Grant, likewise, O merciful GOD, to all
Pastors, in whatever communion they be, such
a spirit,
that they may daily lament the Divi
sions of Christendom, and express a common
zeal for healing them. Let this spirit be such
as was given to the Apostles, not of fierceness
and passion, but of meekness ; may
Heavenly Light attend them,
the same
to discover to them
the things that are for Peace ; and in this holy
disposition, may they all unite their labours, and
have Thy blessing for bringing all to a good effect.
O GOD, how glorious w r ould Sion be were all
united in One Faith !"
Surely every Christian who loves JESUS
CHRIST, and every statesman who loves the
welfare of mankind, will respond :
GARENDON PARK, LOUGHBOROUGH.
"
AMEN."
On the Feast of the B. S. Edward the Confessor,
King of England.
October 13, 1866.