Readings:

Psalm 143:5-10
Wisdom of Solomon 10:9-17
2 Corinthians 10:3-7
Luke 17:20-31

Preface of Baptism

PRAYER (traditional language)
Almighty God, we offer thanks for the strength and courage of George Freeman Bragg, who rose from slavery to freedom, documented African-American history, and helped to found the first advocacy group for black people. Grant that we may recount the story of thy wondrous works in ways that proclaim thy justice in our own time, to the glory of Jesus Christ; who with thee and the Holy Spirit livest and reignest, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.

PRAYER (contemporary language)
Almighty God, we thank you for the strength and courage of George Freeman Bragg, who rose from slavery to freedom, documented African-American history, and helped to found the first advocacy group for black people. Grant that we may tell the story of your wondrous works in ways that proclaim your justice in our own time, to the glory of Jesus Christ; who with you and the Holy Spirit lives and reigns, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.

This commemoration was provisionally approved at the 2009 General Convention.

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