High King of Heaven, under whom all rulers execute authority, raise up for us leaders who will serve the people well, that they would not abuse their power but would seek to care for those under their charge with compassion and wisdom as you care for all your children, through Jesus Christ our Lord, who reigns with you and the Holy Spirit in perfect love, world without end. Amen. ‘I will raise up shepherds over them who will shepherd them, and they shall not fear any longer, or be dismayed, nor shall any be missing, says the LORD.’ – Jeremiah 23:4