The Monument of Francis Makemie + 

(Presbyter of Christ in America, 1683⁠–⁠1708) + 

To thee, plain hero of a rugged race, + 

We bring the meed of praise too long delayed! + 

Thy fearless word and faithful work have made + 

For God’s Republic firmer resting-place + 

In this New World: for thou hast preached the grace + 

And power of Christ in many a forest glade, + 

Teaching the truth that leaves men unafraid + 

Of frowning tyranny or death’s dark face. + 

Oh, who can tell how much we owe to thee, + 

Makemie, and to labour such as thine, + 

For all that makes America the shrine + 

Of faith untrammelled and of conscience free? + 

Stand here, gray stone, and consecrate the sod + 

Where rests this brave Scotch-Irish man of God! + 