[Congressional Record Volume 167, Number 182 (Monday, October 18, 2021)]
[Senate]
[Page S7019]
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.
  Eternal God, the center of our joy, give our lawmakers this day the 
creativity and wisdom to solve problems and facilitate faith. As they 
seek to keep our Nation strong, provide them with the long view of 
their work. Lord, remind them that it is better to fail in a cause that 
will ultimately succeed than to succeed in a cause that will ultimately 
fail. Bless them with humility, integrity, and compassion for the 
living of these days.
  And, Lord, thank You for the exemplary and courageous life and legacy 
of former Secretary of State Colin Powell. Bless his family and loved 
ones and all those who grieve his death.
  We pray in Your sovereign Name. Amen.

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