21. For Social Justice

Almighty God, who hast created us in thine own image:  
Grant us grace fearlessly to contend against evil and to make 
no peace with oppression; and, that we may reverently use 
our freedom, help us to employ it in the maintenance of 
justice in our communities and among the nations, to the 
glory of thy holy Name; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who 
liveth and reigneth with thee and the Holy Spirit, one God, 
now and for ever.  Amen.

*Preface of the Season*


22. For Social Service

O Lord our heavenly Father, whose blessed Son came not to 
be served but to serve:  Bless, we beseech thee, all 
who, following in his steps, give themselves to the service of 
others; that with wisdom, patience, and courage, they may 
minister in his name to the suffering, the friendless, and the 
needy; for the love of him who laid down his life for us, the same
thy Son our Savior Jesus Christ, who liveth and reigneth 
with thee and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever.  
Amen.

*Preface of the Season*


23. For Education

Almighty God, the fountain of all wisdom:  Enlighten by thy 
Holy Spirit those who teach and those who learn, that, 
rejoicing in the knowledge of thy truth, they may worship 
you and serve you from generation to generation; through 
Jesus Christ our Lord, who liveth and reigneth with thee 
and the same Spirit, one God, for ever and ever.  Amen.

*Preface of the Season*