[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 147 (2001), Part 9]
[Senate]
[Page 12298]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]

                                 prayer

  The Chaplain, Dr. Lloyd John Ogilvie, offered the following prayer:
  Thank You, dear Father, for infusing Your nature in the Senators You 
have called to lead our beloved Nation. You have reproduced in them 
Your concern and caring for the health and healing of all of our 
people. Thank You for Your compassion expressed in the legislation for 
patient protection in America.
  The Senators may differ on aspects of the implementation of this 
concern but are one in seeking unity on what is best for citizens 
across our land. Be with the Senators today as all aspects of this 
crucial legislation are focused and voted upon. Thank You for the 
managers on both sides of the aisle who have worked so long and 
tirelessly to review all possibilities for the best potential for all 
Americans.
  Now as the Senators seek to complete debate and take conclusive 
votes, may they sense the unity of a common concern for a crucial cause 
of caring for our people. Place Your hand upon their shoulders and 
remind them that You are the magnetic center who draws them to unity 
for the welfare of our Nation. You are the healing power of the world 
who uses the medical professions to heal. Help the Senators to complete 
legislation that will assure the best care for the most people.
  You, dear God, are our Lord and Saviour. Amen.

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