A Police Prayer (To all those who gave their lives for us)

In Memory of:

Detective Vicky Armel
Fairfax County Police Department, Virginia
End of Watch: Monday, May 8, 2006

Officer Michael Garbarino
Fairfax County Police Department, Virginia
End of Watch: Wednesday, May 17, 2006


When I start my tour of duty God
wherever crime may be,
As I walk the darkened streets alone,
let me be close to Thee.
Please give me understanding
with both the young and the old.
Let me listen with attention
until their story's told.
Let me never make a judgement
in a rash or callous way,
but let me hold my patience,
let each man have his say.
Lord, if some dark and dreary night,
I must give up my life.
Lord, with your understanding love,
protect my children and wife.

-Author Unknown-