I read a prayer yesterday. It was prayed at the first Daily Service broadcast by the BBC in 1932. Although the wording in places was not what we'd use today, the sentiments seemed just as appropriate now. Not just for radio but for television also; and not just for the BBC, but for all radio and TV stations.
So here is the prayer, slightly updated by me to fit today's scene:
O God, we ask your blessing on all who have the responsibility of directing the affairs of the BBC and all radio and television stations in our land. Grant them courage and divine common sense, so that listeners and viewers may receive real re-creation of mind and spirit, and truth may flourish in our land and go forward to the ends of the earth.
Inspire all who speak or sing or play with noble ideals, that they may give of their best whether light-hearted or grave, instructive or humourous - that all may feel they are filling a real purpose in life for the common good.
We ask it through Jesus Christ our Lord.
It seems to me a prayer that really needs to be prayed these days! So, if you pray, take a moment to pray that prayer today.
Dear oh Dear nothing for 9 days, dont forget your night time viewers Eric.... Ginge :)
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