Jan. I, 1779, before one in the morning.
Almighty God, merciful Father, who hast granted to me the
beginning of another year, grant that I may employ thy gifts to
thy glory, and my own salvation. Excite me to amend my life.
Give me good resolutions, and enable me to perform them.
As I approach the Grave let my Faith be invigorated, my Hope
exalted, and my Charity enlarged. Take not from me thy
Holy Spirit, but in the course of my life protect me, in the
hour of death sustain me, and finally receive me to everlasting
happiness, for the sake of Jesus Christ. Amen.