[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 151 (2005), Part 1]
[Senate]
[Page 594]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]

                                 prayer

  The Chaplain, Dr. Barry C. Black, offered the following prayer:
  Let us pray.
  Eternal Lord God, who blesses and protects those who run to You for 
hope, You are our hiding place. You protect us from trouble and You put 
songs in our hearts. Forgive us when we have failed to act because of 
the paralysis of analysis. Remind us that all that is necessary for 
evil to triumph is for good people to do nothing.
  Thank You for Your unfailing promises that illuminate our past 
through life. Thank You also for the privilege to serve and honor You.
  Give our lawmakers wisdom for today's challenges. Point out to them 
the road they should follow. Be their teacher and watch over them as 
Your kindness provides them with a shield.
  Strengthen our Nation with right living, and may each citizen live 
for Your honor. Protect our military and all who fight for freedom. We 
pray this in Your Holy Name. Amen.

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