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 Independence Day   July 4

Lord God Almighty, in whose Name the founders of this country won liberty for themselves and for us, and lit the  torch of freedom for nations then unborn: Grant that we and  all the people of this land may have grace to maintain our  liberties in righteousness and peace; through Jesus Christ our  Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one  God, for ever and ever. Amen.

Preface of Trinity Sunday

Saint Mary Magdalene   July 22

Almighty God, whose blessed Son restored Mary Magdalene to health of body and of mind, and called her to be a witness  of his resurrection: Mercifully grant that by your grace we  may be healed from all our infirmities and know you in the  power of his unending life; who with you and the Holy Spirit  lives and reigns, one God, now and for ever. Amen.

Preface of All Saints

Saint James   July 25

O gracious God, we remember before you today your servant and apostle James, first among the Twelve to suffer martyrdom  for the Name of Jesus Christ; and we pray that you will pour  out upon the leaders of your Church that spirit of self&#8209;denying  service by which alone they may have true authority among  your people; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and  reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for  ever. Amen.

Preface of Apostles