[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 151 (2005), Part 16]
[Senate]
[Page 21978]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]

                                 prayer

  The Chaplain, Dr. Barry C. Black, offered the following prayer:
  Let us pray.
  Our Father in heaven, remind us often of the importance of Your 
presence in our lives. Make us aware of our need for Your guidance, and 
empower us to reach out to others in Your Name.
  Lord, teach us to pray, and sustain us by the wonder of Your words. 
Give us truths that will strengthen our minds, souls, and hearts. In 
times of distress, grief, confusion, and misunderstanding, illuminate 
our paths with the light of Your companionship.
  Guide our lawmakers in their challenging work, for You have promised 
never to leave or forsake them. Infuse all of us with a spirit that 
will cause people to glorify You.
  We pray in Your Holy Name. Amen.

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