[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 202 (Thursday, December 7, 2023)]
[House]
[Page H6719]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                                 PRAYER

  The Guest Chaplain, Bishop Larry Lawrence Brandon, Praise Temple, 
Shreveport, Louisiana, offered the following prayer:
  Almighty and compassionate God, we humbly gather our hearts in solemn 
prayer for the United States of America.
  Grant us, O guiding light, the serenity that breeds peace, embracing 
our land from coast to coast.
  May justice, impartial and unwavering love flow through the veins of 
society, uniting us in the pursuit of equality for all.
  Bestow upon the United States House of Representatives the wisdom to 
navigate complexities, fostering unity and understanding in their 
decisions. Lord, please, illuminate their minds to serve with integrity 
for the betterment of our diverse yet United States of America.
  May the spirit of collaboration prevail over discord, and may the 
collective aspirations of liberty and justice be the compass that 
guides this great Nation toward a future of harmony, where all voices 
are heard and the flame of democracy continues to burn bright.
  God bless America and help us, America, to bless You.
  Amen.

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