W. M. You will inform the Sentinel that we are about to close the Chapter, and direct him to permit no interruption while we are thus engaged.
The Warder in due order ** ** * * opens the door and informs the Sentinel.
War. Worthy Matron, your order has been obeyed.
W. M. It is well; let us unite in singing our Closing Ode.
Calls up the Chapter.
SINGING.
The prayer will be offered at the Altar as in opening.
W. M. Let us unite in prayer.
PRAYER.
Holy and merciful God! who answereth prayer and doth not scorn the petition of the humblest of Thy children! Bestow upon us in our parting that spirit of affection which can resist the selfishness of the world, and cause us to remember our obligations to each other and to Thee. Grant that we may all be permitted with loving hearts to assemble here again, for our instruction, for Thine honor, and for the good of our fellow men. All of which we ask for Thy name's sake. Amen.