[Congressional Record Volume 167, Number 20 (Wednesday, February 3, 2021)]
[House]
[Page H283]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                                 PRAYER

  The Chaplain, Reverend Margaret Grun Kibben, offered the following 
prayer:
  Almighty God, whose way is in the sea and whose paths are in the 
great waters, we lift up our prayers in memory of four men who faced 
the violent storm that overcame the USAT Dorchester and her crew 78 
years ago today.
  Remind us of the example of these four chaplains, who, though 
distinctly different in their faith traditions, in the face of mortal 
peril, united in a higher purpose and gave up their own chance for 
survival to save the lives of their shipmates.
  As we reflect on the actions they took, offering life jackets and 
last rites, sharing words of hope and dispelling fear, and as we honor 
today Officer Sicknick, in bravery in this very place, may we so dare 
to sacrifice everything in order to unify our efforts for the safety 
and well-being of our democracy and the welfare of its people.
  If we are inclined to doubt, steady our faith; if we are tempted, 
make us strong to resist; if we should miss the mark, give us courage 
to try again. Guide us with the light of Your truth.
  We pray trusting in the strength of Your name to answer our prayer.
  Amen.

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