[Congressional Record Volume 154, Number 65 (Wednesday, April 23, 2008)]
[House]
[Page H2555]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                                 PRAYER

  Rabbi Akiva Males, Kesher Israel Congregation, Harrisburg, 
Pennsylvania, offered the following prayer:
  Merciful Father in heaven, as a new day begins in this great Chamber, 
we thank You for the many blessings You have bestowed upon us.
  Please strengthen these Representatives of the United States of 
America to act with justice, to love mercy, and to walk humbly with 
You.
  Endow them with wisdom, understanding, and courage, as they address 
the diverse needs of the citizens of our great country.
  Bless these Representatives with the patience and spirit of 
cooperation needed to solve the many challenges they face.
  Grant to these hardworking men and women of the House of 
Representatives the wisdom and understanding needed to lead the United 
States of America with righteousness and integrity so that our great 
country will continue to be a beacon of light and inspiration unto the 
world.
  May this be Your will, and let us all say, Amen.

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