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 "Let us pray to the Lord of all. Almighty and eternal God, in peace we come before you and implore your infinite goodness. Look upon this gathering of our nations' political leaders and grant them illumined hearts and minds to serve their fellow citizens through this Republican National Convention. Grant unto the nominee president Donald J. Trump and to his advisors and counsellors wisdom, grace and the spirit of beauty - that they may embrace all Americans' needs, shining the light of good government upon the venerable institutions of the world's best hope for everyone's life, liberty and pursuit of happiness. Grant unto the delegates the powerful recognition of purpose, to bear witness to divine providence which has shielded this great land through the centuries and drives us to a more perfect union with one another, ever building on the labors of those pioneers of patriotism who went before us. Preserve, protect and defend the servicemen and women who daily safeguard our freedoms so that in prosperity and tranquility we can worship you - the creator, redeemer and sanctifier of the universe and be the blessed people whose God is the Lord. Amen."

- Archbp. Elpidophoros of America
July 2024 #Republican National convention opening #prayer 🇺🇸 #Christian