02/02/1917
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"it being a duty peculiarly incumbent in a time of war humbly and devoutly to acknowledge our dependence on Almighty God and to implore His aid and protection"
"I beseech Him that He will give victory to our armies as they fight for freedom, wisdom to those who take counsel on our behalf in these days of dark struggle and perplexity"
"to pray Almighty God that He may forgive our sins and shortcomings as a people and purify our hearts to see and love the truth"
"The functions of the Council shall be as follows:"