O Ruler of the earth and sky

O Ruler of the earth and sky
Be with our airmen when they fly
And keep them in thy loving care
Amid the perils of the air
O let our cry come unto thee
For those who fly o'er land and sea.

Strong Son of Man, save those who fly
Swift-winged across the uncharted sky
Each anxious hour and lonely flight
Serenely challenged day and night
O'er land and ocean safely bear
All those in peril in the air.

O Holy Spirit, God's own power
Give peace in sudden danger's hour
Being calm of heart and be Thou near
To those who watch and those who fear
To thee will rise the grateful prayer
Of those who serve Thee in the air.

O Trinity of Love and Grace
True guide of all who fly through space
In peace and war 'mid friend and foe
Be with them whereso'er they go
So shall our praise with heaven's blend
And joyful hearts to Thee ascend.



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