[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 148 (2002), Part 12]
[Senate]
[Page 16662]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]

                                 prayer

  The guest Chaplain offered the following prayer:
  Please join me in prayer.
  Almighty God, we lift our thanks for Your guidance which has 
preserved our Nation, a nation ``under God,'' and for the peaceful 
continuity of government in America.
  We look gratefully to the past, thanking You that from the 
foundations of America, You granted our forefathers courage and wisdom, 
as they trusted in You.
  By their example to lead, guide, and direct, inspire the women and 
men of this Senate whom You have entrusted leadership to serve and wage 
the struggle to find peace and justice in our world. May they see Your 
vision and wisdom for the problems of this hour that we face as a 
nation.
  Bless the Senators as they render dynamic leadership and thank You 
for all our leaders, diplomats, and military personnel. Let our 
resources be a strength to all, regardless of race, creed, faith, age, 
sex, or national origin.
  May we work together toward peace, righteousness, and goodness for 
all peoples of all nations. We pray to You, O God. Amen.

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