The Marine Prayer

Almighty Father, whose command is over all
and whose love never fails, make me aware of
Thy presence and obedient to Thy will. Keep
me true to my best self, guarding me against
dishonesty in purpose and deed and helping me
to live so that I can face my fellow Marines, my
loved ones, and Thee without shame or fear.
Protect my family.

Give me the will to do the work of a Marine
and to accept my share of responsibilities with
vigor and enthusiasm. Grant me the courage to
be proficient in my daily performance. Keep me
loyal and faithful to my superiors and to the
duties my Country and the Marine Corps have
entrusted to me. Help me to wear my uniform
with dignity, and let it remind me daily of the
traditions which I must uphold.

If I am inclined to doubt, steady my faith; if I
am tempted, make me strong to resist; if I
should miss the mark, give me courage to try
again. Guide me with the light of truth and
grant me wisdom by which I may understand
the answer to my prayer. Semper Fidelis


Prayers For Our Soldiers

Almighty God, we commend to your
gracious care and keeping all the men and
women of our armed forces at home and
abroad. Defend them day by day with
your heavenly grace; strengthen them in
their trials and temptations; give them
courage to face the perils which beset
them; and grant them a sense of your
abiding presence wherever they may be;
through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.


Prayer for the US Navy

O eternal Lord, God, you alone spread out
the heavens and rule the raging sea. Take
into your most gracious protection our
country's Navy and all who serve therein.
Preserve them from the dangers of the sea
and from the violence of the enemy, that
they may be a safeguard unto the United
States of America, and a security for such
as sail upon the seas in peaceful and lawful
missions. In serving you, O Lord, may our
Sailors serve their country; through Jesus
Christ, our Lord. Amen.