The Ranger's Prayer

Oh God, Whose end is justice,

Whose strength is all our stay,

Be near and bless my mission

As I go forth today.

Let Wisdom guide my actions,

Let courage fill my heart

And help me, Lord, in every hour

To do a Ranger's part.

Protect when danger threatens,

Sustain when trails are rough;

Help me to keep my standard high

And smile at each rebuff.

When night comes down upon me,

I pray thee, Lord, be nigh,

Whether on lonely scout, or camped,

Under the Texas sky.

Keep me, O God, in life

And when my days shall end,

Forgive my sins and take me in,

For Jesus' sake Amen.

The Ranger's Prayer

Written by Virginia-born Reverend Dr. Pierre Bernard Hill, Chaplain Texas Rangers. He was the pastor of the First Presbyterian Church in San Antonio, and he was appointed Chaplain of the Texas Rangers by Governor Dan Moody. Compatible with the dignity of his post and the affection in which he was held, he was also promoted to Captain in the Texas Rangers. Later, he was the Poet Laureate of Texas (1955-57). Virtually every old time Ranger has it hanging in their home. One of his sons (David) became a Flying Tiger during WWII.