[Congressional Record Volume 144, Number 58 (Monday, May 11, 1998)]
[Senate]
[Page S4603]
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. As we begin a new week, may they 
feel awe and wonder that You have chosen them through the voice of Your 
people. May they live 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. 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. Today, may we often hear Your voice 
saying, ``Come to me, all you who labor and are heavy laden, and I will 
give you rest.''--Matt. 11:28. Lord, help us to rest in You and receive 
the incredible resiliency You provide. Thank You in advance for a truly 
productive week. In the Name of our Lord and Savior. Amen.

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