[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 149 (2003), Part 2]
[Senate]
[Page 1797]
[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 strength, motive of 
our unity, and basis of our commitment to serve in Government, we 
praise You for the privilege of living in this land of freedom and 
opportunity. Grant us wisdom, grant us courage for the facing of this 
cruel, crucial hour of history. Inspire us with vision as we confront 
the enemies of despotism and terrorism in the world today.
  On this day of the State of the Union Address by our President, we 
ask for Your special blessing on him. We renew our loyalty to him as 
our President, our attentiveness to listen to his vision, and our 
thoughtful reflection on his convictions on the awesome issues before 
our Nation and our terrorist-troubled world.
  When the President stands before the Joint Session of Congress and 
the Nation, clear the prayer channels as we join with Americans 
everywhere in intercession for Your divine guidance for him. Be with 
the Senators as they live out their primary dedication to You, their 
patriotism for America, and their creative debate on the national and 
international soul-sized issues confronting our Nation. Bless our 
President and both Houses of Congress on this important day. You are 
our Lord and Saviour. Amen.

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