[Congressional Record Volume 147, Number 118 (Wednesday, September 12, 2001)]
[Senate]
[Page S9283]
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, source of strength and hope in the darkest hours of our 
Nation's history, we praise You for the consistency and constancy of 
Your presence with us to help us confront and battle the forces of evil 
manifested in infamous, illusive, cowardly acts of terrorism. We turn 
to You with hearts filled with dismay, anger, and grief over the 
terrorist attacks on the World Trade buildings in New York City and the 
Pentagon here in Washington. We pray for the thousands of victims who 
lost their lives as a result of these violent acts against our Nation. 
We intercede for their loved ones; comfort them and give them courage. 
In particular, we pray for the loved ones of the fire fighters and 
police who died seeking to help others. Quiet our turbulent hearts. 
Remind us of how You have been with us in trouble and tragedies of the 
past and have given us victory over tyranny. Bless the women and men of 
this Senate today as they join with President Bush in decisive action. 
Guide them as they seek justice against the perpetrators of yesterday's 
evil destruction and seek to devise a long-range solution to the 
insidious problem of terrorism. Thank You in advance for the courageous 
leadership You will provide through this Senate. You are our Lord and 
Saviour. Amen.

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