[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 155 (2009), Part 9]
[Senate]
[Page 11650]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]

                                 prayer

  The Chaplain, Dr. Barry C. Black, offered the following prayer:
  Let us pray.
  Eternal God, known to us in countless ways and times without number, 
we turn to You that in Your light we might see light. As our lawmakers 
work, help them to see You in the common rounds and ordinary labors of 
their day. As they become aware of Your presence, may their lives 
experience the splendor and strength that You alone can give. Save them 
from pride and contention and lead them in Your way. Help them, Lord, 
to remember that You are still their refuge and strength and a very 
present help in the time of trouble. Send them forth to face this day 
armed with a faith that will not shrink though pressed by many a foe.
  We pray in the Redeemer's Name. Amen.

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