[Congressional Record Volume 156, Number 20 (Tuesday, February 9, 2010)]
[House]
[Page H608]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                                 PRAYER

  Chaplain Phillip Lee, Marine Forces Reserve, New Orleans, Louisiana, 
offered the following prayer:
  Almighty God, Supreme Judge of the world, thank You for our military 
members, for the security they provide to our Nation and the hope they 
bring to hurting places on distant shores. Give each one clear ears, 
sharp eyes, a keen mind and a heart full of courage to accomplish the 
mission they are assigned. Heal them when they are injured; sustain 
their families and friends as they too endure war's tragedies and 
tensions caused by spiritual wickedness in high places and the darkness 
of this world.
  Today help us to silence the roaring lions and charging bears who 
seek to rule the globe with terrorism. Empower us by every righteous 
means to foster peace on Earth and good will to all. Guide those 
entering this room today to be faithful, and full of faith, while 
performing their duties on behalf of the American people. And as 
weariness tugs at the soul, may each person mount up as on the wings of 
an eagle.
  We ask that You give particular comfort to the family of John Murtha 
today, former Marine and citizen Congressman for 14 terms who passed 
away yesterday.
  By Your grace, anchor us now in the Rock who leads us to be holy, 
reconciling us to Your purposes and ways. Remind us never to forget 
that we are Americans promoting freedom, responsible for our actions, 
and dedicated to the principles that make us free; free indeed. Keep us 
trusting in You, God, and then the United States of America.
  We ask You all this, Supreme and Eternal Commander in Chief, because 
Thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory forever. Semper Fi. 
Amen.

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