[Congressional Record Volume 160, Number 59 (Thursday, April 10, 2014)]
[House]
[Page H3147]
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:
  Eternal God, we give You thanks for giving us another day.
  Send Your spirit upon the Members of this people's House to encourage 
them in their official tasks. As the Members approach the votes they 
are making today, may they be imbued with courage and leadership that 
looks to the health and vibrancy of our great Nation.
  Assure them that in the fulfillment of their responsibilities, You 
provide the grace to enable them to be faithful to their duties and the 
wisdom to be conscious of their obligations and fulfill them with 
integrity.
  As the Congress looks to the upcoming holy celebrations of millions 
of Americans, may they, and may we all, be mindful of God's love for 
us. May we be faithful stewards, not only of Your creation, but also 
Your desire that all people would be free from whatever inhibits them 
to be fully alive.
  May all that is done this day be for Your greater honor and glory.
  Amen.

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