[Congressional Record Volume 142, Number 7 (Monday, January 22, 1996)]
[Senate]
[Page S171]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]

                                 prayer

  The Chaplain, Dr. Lloyd John Ogilvie, offered the following prayer:
  Almighty God, who calls strategic leaders to shape history, we pray 
for the women and men of this Senate. Once again, today, may they feel 
awe and wonder that You have chosen them through the voice of Your 
people. May they live this day humbly on the knees of their hearts, 
honestly admitting their human inadequacy and gratefully acknowledging 
Your power. Dwell in the secret places of their hearts to give them 
inner peace and security. Help them in their offices, with their 
staffs, in committee meetings, and when they are here together in this 
sacred, historic Chamber. Remind them of their accountability to You 
for all they say and do. Reveal Yourself to them. Be the unseen friend 
beside them in every changing circumstance. Give them a fresh 
experience of Your palpable and powerful spirit. Banish weariness and 
worry, discouragement and disillusionment. Often today may we all hear 
Your voice saying, ``Come to me, all who are weary and heavy laden and 
I will give you rest.'' Lord, help us to rest in You and receive the 
incredible resiliency You provide. Thank You in advance for a truly 
productive day. In the name of our Lord. Amen.

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