[Congressional Record Volume 164, Number 198 (Monday, December 17, 2018)]
[Senate]
[Page S7627]
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.
  Almighty and eternal God, You shine in the darkness. The whole Earth 
is bathed in Your light. Today, be near to our lawmakers. Penetrate the 
springs of their being, bringing cleansing, healing, and unity. Drive 
them away from the shadows of disunity, enabling them to find common 
ground. In times of routine and humble duties, may they remember they 
are serving you.
  Lord, as we all trust in Your mercies, surround our Nation with the 
shield of Your favor and protection. And, Lord, we ask your blessings 
upon your servant, Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith, who will be sworn in 
today.
  We pray in Your great Name. Amen.

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