[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 151 (2005), Part 2]
[Senate]
[Page 2468]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]

                                 prayer

  The Chaplain, Dr. Barry C. Black, offered the following prayer.
  Let us pray.
  O God, our protection, who fills the universe with the mysteries of 
Your power, guide and direct our lawmakers today in their work. Sustain 
them with the knowledge of Your mercy and supply them with wisdom for 
life's crossroads. Make them aware of Your presence during critical 
moments of decision.
  In the hour of temptation, help them to exercise self-control. Use 
their skills for the strengthening of the Nation. Give each of us a 
faith in You that can be seen in our daily lives.
  Thank You, Lord, for the opportunity You have given so many of us to 
serve You as we labor for our country. Enable us to live quiet and 
peaceful lives as we honor You.
  We pray also for our men and women in harm's way around the world.
  Amen.

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