[Congressional Record Volume 147, Number 167 (Wednesday, December 5, 2001)]
[Senate]
[Page S12389]
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, Sovereign of this Nation and Lord of our lives, in each 
period of history, You have blessed us with great leaders who have 
exemplified love for You and dedication to our country. Today we 
celebrate such a man. Thank You for Senator Strom Thurmond.
  We join with all Americans in celebrating his 99th birthday. You have 
blessed him to be a blessing to his beloved South Carolina and to the 
Nation as a whole.
  Thank You for the enrichment of our lives by this man. He has shown 
us the courage of firm convictions, the patriotism of love for this 
Nation, and devotion and true commitment to the Senate. We praise You 
for the personal ways he has inspired each of us. He is an affirmer who 
spurs us on with words of encouragement. Your Spirit of caring and 
concern for individuals shines through this remarkable man.
  Gracious God, bless the Senator with the assurance of Your love and 
of our affirmation. Through our Lord and Saviour. Amen.

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