Chair City of Faith – Poem by Werner Poegel
| Dear Lord we give you thanks for this Chair City of Faith Since 18th Century Great Words of praise are saith For he who sits upon a Chair so skillfully made Or grabs the ground underneath a tree of shade. |
| So fortunate to be in a place which cares for one another Friends, strangers kindness shown just like our brother. A community thus constructed of sturdy stuff is made More likely to grow and prosper rather than to fade. |
| As we March forward, thank you for our prosperity And remind us to be good stewards with integrity, Guide us to be mindful of those who have needs, Teach us to celebrate with humility what succeeds. |
| In this year of the most powerful Centennial reflection, On history’s actions taken on almost every selection. Of lessons learned sometimes one more than enough To manage not only what is easy but also what is tough. |
| We ask you help us carry forward a spirit which conceives Ideas which grow the City and citizen concern relieves, Success of physical projects and those of people served, Blessings upon this Chair City of Faith then be deserved. |