God of our forebears,
in tumultuous times our ancestors made their way
to a new land, seeking prosperity and peace.
The wealth of a new nation lay before them,
as well as the challenge to use wisely
the gifts of the good earth
and the industriousness of a people
forged in the crucible of revolution
and the high-minded ideals of life and liberty.
Strengthen within us the pursuit of justice,
the desire for equality, the love of true freedom.
May all the citizens of our country
work unceasingly to promote the common good
so that all may share in the pursuit of happiness
sought by the founders of our land.
Amen.