Bishop vonRosenberg is commending this prayer to the people of our diocese. It was written by Mrs. Patricia Woolley, a parishioner of St. Philip’s Chapel on the Voorhees campus. Fr. Yarsiah said worshipers at the chapel will offer the prayer daily throughout June and early July.
"Gracious God, You have created us to be seekers of knowledge. In our faith, centers of learning have been established that young people may come to a safe and supportive place to pursue their knowledge of You and of the world. We remember especially St. Augustine's University and Voorhees College as they seek continued funding from the Episcopal Church. Be with and guide those on the Budget and Finance Committee as they do the difficult work of preparing the Triennial Budget for consideration at the General Convention. May they, and all others who work to discern the way our earthly treasure will be used to further the mission of the Church and Your Kingdom, see the value in contributing to Voorhees College and St. Augustine's University, the remaining historically black colleges of the Episcopal Church. May they see them as centers for the pursuit of knowledge and the bettering of the lives of those who attend and whom they touch. May they make a favorable decision to contribute to the colleges with no cuts to the funding. Be with those who go to General Convention to share the vision of St. Augustine's University and Voorhees College, as they prepare their words and actions that will illustrate the work and commitment of the students and faculty of these colleges. We ask this blessing that all good works begun in your Name may continue to flourish and serve You. In the Name of Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen."
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