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To mark the foundation of the Royal Ulster Constabulary on 1 June 1922 the Trustees of
the Foundation have declared the first Sunday in June each year to be "Royal Ulster Constabulary GC Day".
An inter-denominational church service held on this day will celebrate the service and
sacrifice of the RUC family and remind the wider community that the peace they now enjoy
was bought at a cost. A specially composed "RUCGC Prayer" will be read at this and
other appropriate police welfare events.
It is intended that this service will be an annual event.
Admission will be by ticket only and tickets may be obtained by written application to the
RUCGC Foundation Office after 1 April. A maximum of four tickets will be issued for each application.
RUCGC Prayer
(Deriving from the RUCGC Crest)
O Holy Trinity, as symbolised by the humble shamrock, we give thanks for the love of the Father, the sacrifice of the Son and the indwelling of the Holy Spirit. As Christ Jesus has shown us that the reward of love may be a cross, so we praise you O God for your faithfulness through times of prosperity and of adversity.
Like a harp that sounds forth in glorious tunefulness, so we give honour and thanks to those in the policing family who served gallantly and sacrificed dutifully for the harmony of our communities. Steadfast to their legacy and mindful of continuing needs, may our eyes shine with the light of hope as we embrace the future.
Lord, grant us the perseverance to faithfully finish the race, that we may receive the crown of righteousness to which we have been called heavenward. Equip us with the spirit of peace, an abundance of your grace, and the wisdom and strength to meet the challenges that may lie before us.
All this we ask in the precious name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Saviour. Amen.
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