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For a Virtuous Heart

Give me, O Lord, a steadfast heart, which no unworthy thought can drag down; an unconquered heart, which no tribulation can wear out; an upright heart, which no unworthy purpose can tempt aside. Bestow upon me understanding to know you, diligence to seek you, wisdom to find you, and faithfulness that finally may embrace you. Amen.

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The Collect

The Institution of a Rector

Most gracious Father, the Giver of all good and perfect gifts, in your wise providence you appoint leaders for the mission of your Church: Give grace to this your servant, to whom the charge of this Congregation is now given: so empower him with the truth of sound doctrine, and endue him with holiness of life, that he may faithfully serve before you to the glory of your great Name, and the benefit of your holy Church; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.

Found in the Prayer Book

  • Institution Of A RectorOrdination & Institution

Provenance

American 1804, ACNA 2019

Draft — AI-assisted research under editorial review.

This prayer for a newly installed rector is a lightly modernized form of a collect first printed in the American Prayer Book's 1804/1808 Office of Institution of Ministers, carried forward through 1892, 1928, and now the ACNA's 2019 Book of Common Prayer.