[Congressional Record Volume 166, Number 193 (Thursday, November 12, 2020)]
[House]
[Page H5729]
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.
  In the days following our national elections, we give You thanks that 
we live in a nation that has a system that allows for a change or 
readjustment of government peacefully, yet mindful that there are many 
who continue to obstruct that important transition. Bless with courage 
those of both parties who know the importance of moving forward once 
the people have spoken. In a world besieged by so many life-changing 
forces, from weather to disease to community disruption, call forth 
leaders of distinction in these difficult times.
  Bless the Members of this assembly as they begin to return, and in 
the days to come. Please give them the wisdom they need and the charity 
they must possess to work together. Help them to make wise decisions in 
a good manner, and to carry their responsibilities steadily with high 
hopes for a better future for all our great Nation. Deepen their faith, 
widen their sympathies, heighten their aspirations, and give them the 
strength to do what ought to be done for this country.
  May Your blessing, O God, be with them and with us all this day and 
every day to come, and may all we do be for Your greater honor and 
glory.
  Amen.

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