Lord God Almighty, you have made all the peoples of the earth for your glory, to serve you in freedom and in peace: Give to the people of our country a zeal for justice and the strength of forbearance, that we may use our liberty in accordance with your gracious will; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen
–Book of Common Prayer, p. 258, Collect 17
This prayer is suitable for any national holiday, for Veteran’s Day, Memorial Day, and any remembrance of servicemen and servicewomen.