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Independence Day

Posted by petrus, on July 4th, 2017

Fourth of July fireworks behind the Washington Monument 1986

Fourth of July fireworks behind the Washington Monument, 1986. Photo by SSgt Lono Kollars, USAF. From Wikimedia.

O Eternal God, through whose mighty power our fathers won their liberties of old: Grant, we beseech thee, that we and all the people of this land may have grace to maintain these liberties in righteousness and peace; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

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1 comment to Independence Day

  • The Reverend Peter M. Hawkins
    July 4, 2017 at 1:04 PM

    The word “Anglican” is misleading in many ways, for the Episcopal Family that sometimes uses it, does not necessarily speak English or have much to do with England. However the English did end up with Colonies in North America, and they were very much valued by George III the annointed monarch of them. He became very distressed by their loss which may have been part of the reason for his occasional illness. The reason for their rebellion was “No taxation without representaion”, but at a time when most people were not represented, but most had to pay taxes.

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