Friendship Hose Co. No. 1

"They may bater our bodies, but they can never quench our spirit to serve"

The Fireman's Prayer

When I am called to duty, God,

Wherever flames may rage,

Give me the strength to save some life,

Whatever be its age.

 

Help me embrace a little child

Before it is too late,

Or save an older person from

the horror of that fate.

 

Enable me to be alert

And hear the weakest shout,

And quickly and efficiently

To put the fire out.

 

I want to fill my calling and

To give the best in me;

To guard my every neighbor and

Protect his property.

 

And if, according to your will,

 I have to lose my life,

Please bless with your protecting hand

My children and my wife.