[Congressional Record Volume 144, Number 138 (Tuesday, October 6, 1998)]
[Senate]
[Page S11529]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                      THE SENATE'S GUEST CHAPLAIN

  Mr. HAGEL. Mr. President, I want to very briefly reflect for a moment 
on the prayer just offered by the Rev. Robert Kem of Saint Andrew's 
Episcopal Church in Omaha. It happens, Mr. President, that is the 
church where my family and I often are seen--more over the few years 
previous to the last 2 years, because of our recent change to our 
residency here in Washington.
  Father Kem's guidance, and what that has meant to us as he continues 
to give spiritual guidance to so many, has been unique. He is known far 
outside the boundaries of just the Midwest. I think that is quite 
evident by the elegance of his prayer and his eloquent statement, 
reflecting on who we are as a Nation: All creatures, children of God. 
For Father Kem coming before this body today to offer guidance and 
prayer and hope, I am grateful. We are all better for Father Kem. To 
all the parishioners, those a part of the Saint Andrew's Episcopal 
family in Omaha, we know you are proud, as are we in the U.S. Senate.
  I yield the floor.
  The PRESIDENT pro tempore. The distinguished Senator from Ohio is 
recognized.

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