[Congressional Record Volume 152, Number 40 (Monday, April 3, 2006)]
[Senate]
[Page S2699]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]

                                 prayer

  The Chaplain, Dr. Barry C. Black, offered the following prayer:
  Let us pray.
  As we begin another Senate session, most gracious Father, remind us 
that we never drift out of Your love and care. Faces may change and 
conditions may alter, but You are always there, just when we need You 
most. Thank You for protecting us from seen and unseen dangers, for 
being our refuge and strength.
  Today, lead our Senators to do Your will. May their actions spring 
from thoughts that are pure, just, true, honest, and good. Give them 
the serenity to accept the things they cannot change, the courage to 
change the things they can, and the wisdom to know the difference.
  Help each of us to remember that it is more blessed to give than to 
receive.
  We pray in Your holy Name. Amen.

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