[Congressional Record Volume 142, Number 30 (Thursday, March 7, 1996)]
[Senate]
[Page S1611]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]

                                 prayer

  The Chaplain, Dr. Lloyd John Ogilvie, offered the following prayer:
  Sovereign Lord, guide the vital page in history that will be written 
today. As we begin this new day, we declare our dependence and 
interdependence. We confess with humility that we are totally dependent 
on You, dear God. We could not breathe a breath, think a thought, or 
exercise dynamic leadership without Your constant and consistent 
blessing. We praise You for the gifts of intellect, education, and 
experience. All You have done in us has been in preparation for what 
You want to do through us now.
  And yet, we know we could not achieve the excellence You desire 
without the tireless efforts of others. We thank You for our families 
and friends, the faithful and loyal staffs that make it possible for 
the Senators to function so effectively, and for all who make the work 
of this Senate run smoothly. Help us express our gratitude by singing 
our appreciation for the unsung heroes and heroines who do ordinary 
tasks with extraordinary diligence. We praise You for the gift of life 
and those who make work a joy. In the name of Him who taught us the 
greatness of being servant leaders. Amen.

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