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A Police Officer's Devotional
A Police Officer's Devotional
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The most important book we have ever published.
Now in its 5th printing
Father Steve Gallagher knows what is needed every day for our police officers.
He was one himself for 30 years
before turning in his badge (the sign of one calling)
for a Roman collar (the sign of his new one).
He has been a Catholic priest since 2011.
In his introduction, he addresses his fellow officers:
"Officer needs assistance!" "Officer needs a priority backup!"
How many times in our careers have we heard that?
How many times have we responded, without hesitation?
How many times have we requested assistance? (And received it?)
How many times have we prayed,
"O Lord, I am calling, hurry to me, listen to me, I am invoking You."
(Psalm 141:1)
In the vocation as law enforcement officers, police ask for assistance during nearly every shift while on shift. The sense of relief and assurance experienced when officers hear responding, wailing sirens or see the celestial flashing of emergency lights is quite comforting.
Not only do police officers need to ask for help, but they also need to be constantly ready to serve others. On a daily basis, they are called to serve and to protect others seeking assistance in their time of need.
In such an often difficult job, how can officers better offer (and ask) for assistance? Fr. Gallagher believes that officers can accomplish both through the power of daily prayer before, during, and after each shift.Â

- Prayers to start and end every shift (weekdays and holidays)
- Prayers for eleven different special assignments
- Prayers for continuing conversion and right judgment
- Prayers for those we protect
- Prayers for those who break our laws
- Prayers for those who are addicted and abused
- General prayers throughout the day
- Two complete examinations of conscience
- Scripture to know that God strengthens you every moment
Prayers are written and compiled from Scripture, tradition, and the saints.
While it is written for police officers, the daily prayers and devotionals can be used for many types of work, especially those that work directly with people!
PLUS: Each Police Officer's Devotional includes a Prayer for Police Officer's prayer card! Leave it on the fridge you can always remember to pray for your Officer.
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Endorsements
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"This book is like a retreat. I've read through it two or three times, and I can't see anybody going through this book and not having an encounter with God!"
--Â Jesse Romero, Host of Jesus 911 podcast
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Product Details
Spiral-bound (so it lays flat on the open briefcase beside you)
154 pages
5" x 7.5"
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Printed in the U.S.A.
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Full Disclosure: I am not actually in Law Enforcement (unless parenting Teens counts? Just kidding!).I love Devotionals, so when I saw this I knew I had to at least take a look at it to see what kind of prayers and writings are inside. Boy am I glad I did!
This devotional is for me - for anyone who needs encouragement and uplifting and very specific wisdom on dealing with conflict and growing closer to Christ- "At the Beginning of your Shift' and 'At the End of your Shift'. ('Shifts'= my day.)
I cannot praise this book enough. From the choice of daily Readings to the very powerful and personal prayers for each day, my faith is strengthened and is increasing..all because I took a chance to 'take a look' at this devotional. Boy am I glad I did!
This such a great tool. Its so special knowing it was written by a priest who was a former officer. Thank you!!
A wonderful, much-needed, and timely resource for anyone working in law enforcement. However, before printing the next edition of this devotional, please fix the typos. For example, in the Magnificat, back cover, it should read "And has lifted up the lowly" and on page 45, it should read Veterans Day, not Veteran's Day. There may be other typos - I got this as a gift, so I've only skimmed through it. Also, please consider adding content for The Corrections Officer under Special Assignments. Thank you.
Bought this for my son, who is a police officer, for Christmas. It looks wonderful! Much for content than I expected! I hope he likes it!
Awesome book - wonderful devotional and so glad this is available!
I offer up each policeman that dies on ODMP (Officer Down Memorial Page) It’s a beautiful website This book is soo very important!! Thank you for helping to save the souls of police + instructing them to grow in faith + trust in God.