[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 153 (2007), Part 1]
[Senate]
[Page 1038]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]

                                 prayer

  The Chaplain, Dr. Barry C. Black, offered the following prayer:
  Let us pray.
  God of constant newness, in You all renewal abides and all hope 
originates. Help us to honor You with both our words and deeds. Give us 
the courage to help the less fortunate and to address the needs of 
those on life's margins. Make us unafraid to confront prejudice and 
pride, as You attune our spirits to Your truth and light.
  Bless our Senators. Energize them until their presence radiates a 
light that no darkness can overcome. Give them wisdom and courage, 
vision and discipline for the right living of these days. Empower them 
to be kind to one another, forgiving and affirming each other.
  We pray this in Your righteous Name. Amen.

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