[Congressional Record Volume 151, Number 58 (Thursday, May 5, 2005)]
[House]
[Page H2981]
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                                 Senate

The Senate was not in session today. Its next meeting will be held on 
Monday, May 9, 2005, at 2 p.m.




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                        House of Representatives

Thursday, May 5, 2005
  The House met at 10 a.m.
  The Reverend James Brinkerhoff, Campus Minister, Auburn University, 
Auburn, Alabama, offered the following prayer:
  Our Father in Heaven, surely the nations are like a drop in a bucket 
to You; they are regarded as dust on the scales. To whom, then, will we 
compare You? You are enthroned above all things, and so we acknowledge 
You and give You our praise and adoration.
  Father, our Nation is woven into the tapestry of Your will. You have 
empowered our Nation; You have held us closely to Your heart; You have 
been gentle with us in times of crisis. And so it is with joy and 
confidence that we approach You today.
  Father, please protect President and Mrs. Bush and continue to reward 
their hope in You. Please give strength to our men and women who are 
fighting overseas, and guard the hearts and minds of their families 
back home. Please empower the servants of this House, grant them times 
of renewal, and watch over their families. Father, remind us all that 
we are loved by You.
  In Jesus' name we pray. Amen.

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