[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 148 (2002), Part 1]
[Senate]
[Page 338]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]

                                 prayer

  The Chaplain, Dr. Lloyd John Ogilvie, offered the following prayer:
  Almighty God, Sovereign of America, source of our unity, and strength 
of our lives, we praise You for the privilege of living in this land of 
freedom and opportunity. On this day of the State of the Union Address 
by President George W. Bush, we ask for Your continued blessing on him. 
We thank You for him, his firm faith in You, his courageous leadership 
in the battle against terrorism, and his commitment to seek what is 
best for America.
  Today, we renew our loyalty to our President as Commander in Chief, 
our attentiveness to listen to his vision, and our thoughtful 
reflection on his convictions on issues. Most of all, when he stands 
before the joint session of Congress and the Nation, may he feel our 
friendship, esteem, and encouragement. Bless the First Lady, Laura 
Bush, Vice President Cheney, the President's Cabinet, and all who work 
with him in confronting the crises of our world in this turbulent, 
terrorist-troubled time. Be with the Senators as they affirm their 
primary commitment to You, their patriotism for America, and their 
creative debate on the soul-sized issues before our Nation. God, bless 
America and both Houses of Congress on this important day. Amen.

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