"POLICE OFFICER'S PRAYER"

Oh, Lord, while I'm on beat.
May I know that you're with me,
And protect me as I go to guard
Other's lives and property.

Help me to ignore those who scorn,
And show me no respect.
But be mindful of all citizens
I've sworn that I'll protect.

Be with my fellow officers
And guard their safety too.
May I always put my duties first,
In the work that I must do.

May I not disgrace the uniform
But bring pride to the badge I wear.
That I'd be a good police officer, Lord
Would be my only prayer. Amen.

R.K. Cecil - 1991