[Congressional Record Volume 140, Number 43 (Tuesday, April 19, 1994)]
[House]
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[Congressional Record: April 19, 1994]
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                                 PRAYER

  His Eminence Archbishop Khajag Barsamian, Primate of the Diocese of 
the Armenian Church in America, New York, NY, offered the following 
prayer:
  Lord of Creation, we come before You to pray for Your blessing, and 
to render thanks for the bounty of this great country of the United 
States of America. According to Your will, America is a beacon of hope 
in a troubled world, which exerts its might in the cause of justice, 
and extends its concern to the weakest among us.
  We thank You Lord for providing in America a safe haven for the 
people of the world, when they escape persecution and turmoil in their 
native lands. We are mindful of the events of 79 years ago, when 
America opened its doors to the Armenian people, who were fleeing 
persecution and genocide.
  Have mercy on all Your servants, O Lord, whenever and wherever they 
suffer injustice. Grant wisdom to the leaders of the world, so that 
episodes like the Genocide of the Armenians may never be repeated on 
this this Earth.
  Finally, Lord, bestow Your blessing on this august body, which labors 
in the name of justice and human dignity. Renew in the Members of the 
United States House of Representatives the strength, perseverance, and 
dedication to fight the good fight on behalf of others.
  For all Your blessings, Lord, may Your Name be praised from 
generation to generation. Amen.

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