M. P. Sov. — Satisfied with this answer I will ask you

to kneel and unite with us in solemn prayer.

(All turn to the East and kneel.)

PEAYEE.
H. P. — Eternal Sovereign of the Universe, King of
Kings and Lord of Lords, before whose Omnipotent
Majesty we humbly bow the knee, deign to bless this

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senate assembled in Thy most holy name, and grant
that this Thy servant who has been choosen like Thy
blessed Apostle Matthias to rule the household of faith,
may be filled with wisdom worthily to wield the Sword of
the Spirit. Enlighten him with true knowledge and
inspire him with the zeal of Constantino, our great and
glorious founder, so that he may well and faithfully re-
present this Christian Order, and when his work on earth
is done, may he be admitted to the light of Thy Kingdom
through the merits of Jesus Christ our Eedeemer.

(Knights arise.)