[Congressional Record Volume 146, Number 71 (Friday, June 9, 2000)]
[House]
[Page H4123]
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House of Representatives

  The House met at 9 a.m.
  The Chaplain, the Reverend Daniel P. Coughlin, offered the following 
prayer:
  Scripture Says:

     ``Behold I am laying a stone in Zion
     a cornerstone, chosen and precious.
     Whoever believes in it shall not be put to shame.''

     Lord, we believe we have been chosen,
     we delight in your touch.
     We trust each of us is precious in your sight.
     May we never betray your selection of us
     for your set purpose and to serve this Nation.
     This House, the story is told,
     has no cornerstone.
     There is no regret or recrimination
     we accept its rejection or absence.
     This government, its story is bold,
     has been fashioned in the hearts of people.
     With great pride and remembrance
     we accept your providence.
     On this day in this millennium year
     from the very rocks of virtue
     which have made this Nation great.
     We choose as our cornerstone
     integrity
     that we may always stand strong and together
     for ages to come.
     integrity now and forever. Amen.

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