[Congressional Record Volume 144, Number 35 (Wednesday, March 25, 1998)]
[Senate]
[Page S2506]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]

                                 prayer

  The guest Chaplain, Rev. Henry E. Eisenhart, National Chaplain, The 
American Legion, offered the following prayer:
  Eternal God of our Nation, within the grandeur of this Capitol and 
the stateliness of this Chamber, we come humbly but gratefully before 
Your throne of glory with devout hearts, dedicated minds, and devoted 
souls united in prayer for wisdom, understanding, and guidance during 
this session of the Senate.
  Direct the day's agenda with perseverance of purpose, devotion of 
duty, and single-heartedness of spirit to instill the gratification of 
something attempted, something changed, something done, and something 
sustained in creating a stronger Nation and a better world.
  Mindful of the immeasurable faith of our Founding Fathers in Your 
providence during perilous times, bless the President of the United 
States, the Vice President, Members of Congress, and the Armed Forces 
with incredible courage and determination to face the awesome 
challenges of a new millennium.
  Living under the glorious banner of the Stars and Stripes, bestow 
divine blessings and great insights on each Senator to stand up, step 
up, and speak up fearlessly for what is right for America, not only 
because it affects us, but simply because it is meet and right to do so 
in truly serving God and Country. Amen.

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