[Congressional Record Volume 161, Number 177 (Tuesday, December 8, 2015)]
[House]
[Page H9032]
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 mercy, we give You thanks for giving us another day.
  Send Your spirit down upon the Members of the people's House. Grant 
them wisdom, insight, and vision, that the work they do will be for the 
betterment of our Nation during a time of struggle for so many 
Americans.
  Fear of violence on all fronts, tensions between people of different 
races or religion or cultures--so many things weigh upon the citizens 
of this country and the representatives who serve them.
  Empower the Members of this House to rise above the din of anger and 
confusion, fear and contention, to face the issues of these times with 
equanimity and good judgment. Help them to trust one another and work 
with those with whom they have been at odds in times past.
  May we all strive to become our better selves and encourage that 
growth in one another.
  May all that is done this day be for Your greater honor and glory.
  Amen.

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