Note: In the United States, 30 May (or, recently, a Monday near 30 May) has been observed since not long after the War of 1861-1865 as Memorial Day (or Decoration Day), a day for remembering our dead, particularly our war dead, placing flowers on their graves, and listening to suitable band music and oratory. (In some Southern States, other days, such as 26 April, 10 May, or 3 June, have been customarily observed instead.) While this is primarily a legal rather than a religious holiday, some churches acknowledge the day with suitable prayers.

Prayer (traditional language)

Lord God Almighty, who hast made all peoples of the earth for thy glory, to serve thee in freedom and peace: Grant to the people of our country a zeal for justice and the strength of forbearance, that we may use our liberty in accordance with thy gracious will; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who liveth and reigneth with thee and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever.

Lord God Almighty, who have made all peoples of the earth for your glory, to serve you in freedom and peace: Grant to the people of our country a zeal for justice and the strength of forbearance, that we may use our liberty in accordance with your gracious will; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever.