[Congressional Record Volume 159, Number 32 (Wednesday, March 6, 2013)]
[House]
[Page H985]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                                 PRAYER

  The Chaplain, the Reverend Patrick J. Conroy, offered the following 
prayer:
  God of the universe, we give You thanks for giving us another day.
  We ask Your blessing upon our Nation. Bless the work of the Members 
of the people's House. May they toil diligently to bring about 
solutions to the pressing issues of these times.
  Bless all men and women across our country, especially those who work 
in service to others: police, firefighters, health care providers, 
teachers, those who work in local, State and national government, and 
those men and women serving in our Armed Forces.
  And bless those who give the ultimate sacrifice of their lives in 
service, from Santa Cruz, California, to Bangor, Maine, and comfort 
those who mourn their loss. May we all be inspired by the heroes who 
serve their neighbors.
  May all that is done this day be for Your greater honor and glory.
  Amen.

                          ____________________