[Congressional Record Volume 162, Number 111 (Monday, July 11, 2016)]
[Senate]
[Page S4925]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                                 PRAYER

  The Chaplain, Dr. Barry C. Black, offered the following prayer:
  Let us pray.
  God of grace and glory, shine Your light on our dark paths. Teach us 
to not lean solely on our understanding but to look to You to direct us 
on life's journey. May we not limit ourselves by our anxieties, but by 
releasing the power of fervent prayer discover that Your peace will 
guard our hearts.
  Surround our lawmakers with the shield of Your Divine favor, 
preparing them for whatever the days may bring. Infuse them with the 
confidence that comes from knowing that their times are in Your hands. 
Lift us all above the clouds of care and fear into the bright sunshine 
of Your great mercy and might.
  And, Lord, comfort each person who has felt anguish from the Dallas 
tragedy. Lord, bring healing to our land.
  We pray in Your merciful Name. Amen.

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