Guiding the Way
Motto of Buoy Tender USCGC William Tate
Oh, Guide of the Way,
My safety in trust
Determine my path
Firm Footing of Faith,
Though worries alarm me
With fears that confuse me;
Maintain my clear course
Great Grounding of Good,
Your presence protects me
Persistence attends me
Acceptance receives me;
Reveal the right route
Sure Stillness of Peace,
As pressures pursue me
Or problems perplex me;
Secure a safe road
Oh, Guide of the Way,
Through doubts with disruptions
And mistaken assumptions
Inspire a bold vision
Direct the tough mission;
My safety in trust