[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 154 (2008), Part 1]
[Senate]
[Page 918]
[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 of divine love, help our Senators today to rise to the 
challenge of the needs of our world. Inspire them to do this by making 
new commitments to You, followed by faithful service. Make them strong 
in Your strength, that they will not become weary in doing Your will. 
Help them to understand that the riches of our lives and this great 
land have been given to us by Your loving providence.
  Remind them also that to whom much is given, much is expected, and 
that they are accountable to You for their stewardship as they journey 
through life. Empower our lawmakers to use their considerable abilities 
to serve You and humanity.
  We pray in the Name of Him who gave His life for all. Amen.

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