[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 157 (2011), Part 9]
[Senate]
[Page 12620]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]

                                 prayer

  The Chaplain, Dr. Barry C. Black, offered the following prayer:
  Let us pray.
  Save us, O God, for the waters are coming in upon us. We are weary 
from the struggle, tempted to throw in the towel. But quitting is not 
an option. Today, fill our lawmakers with the spirit of Your wisdom, 
guiding their footsteps to a desired destination. Draw near to them and 
deliver them from evil, for the kingdom, the power, and the glory 
belong to You. You are our strength and shield and our hearts can 
faithfully trust in You. Save Your people and bless their inheritance.
  We pray in Your strong Name. Amen.

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