[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 152 (2006), Part 11]
[Senate]
[Page 14457]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]

                                 prayer

  The Chaplain, Dr. Barry C. Black, offered the following prayer:
  Eternal Lord God, our hope for years to come, make us today a channel 
through which Your love and grace may flow. Empower us to live 
exemplary lives that will compel others to glorify You. When we 
confront adversaries, give us love and forbearance. Strengthen us to go 
beyond the minimum in service to others.
  Inspire our Senators with Your presence. Teach them to press their 
weaknesses close to Your strength, that they may find light in 
darkness, courage for life's battles, and endurance for life's pains.
  We pray in Your holy Name. Amen.

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