^{South Wangaratta RFB}

The Fireman’s Prayer

‘When I am called to duty, God

Wherever flames may rage.

Give me 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 here the weakest shout.

And quickly and efficiently

To put the fire out.

I want to fill my calling

And give the best in me.

To guard my every neighbour

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.’