[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 154 (2008), Part 17]
[Senate]
[Page 22977]
[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 compassion, You watch the ways of humanity and weave out of 
challenging happenings wonders of goodness and grace. Surround our 
lawmakers with Your presence on this critical day of decision. Lord, 
decisions made today will have far-reaching consequences, so more than 
human wisdom is needed. Thank You for being on Capitol Hill, providing 
the guidance our Senators so desperately need. Permit our lawmakers to 
hear Your unmistakable whisper, advising them regarding the road they 
must take. Give them a confident trust in Your leading as You work in 
everything for the good of those who love You.
  Lord, transform our national challenges into opportunities for You to 
manifest Your sovereign power. We pray in Your great Name. Amen.

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