[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 158 (2012), Part 11]
[House]
[Page 15011]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]

                                 PRAYER

  Reverend Michael Wilker, Lutheran Church of the Reformation, 
Washington, D.C., offered the following prayer:
  Gracious and merciful God, as the Members and staff of the House of 
Representatives continue their work to care for our Nation, we praise 
You and trust You hear our prayers.
  It's harvest time in much of our Nation. Thank You for the farm 
workers and owners, ranchers, fishermen and women, and gardeners who 
are managing and harvesting the bounty of Your creation. Bless their 
labor and protect them from danger and adversity.
  Election Day is approaching. Thank You for all who volunteer and work 
toward a fair, inclusive, and productive Election Day: Federal and 
local election officials, the secretaries of states and their staff 
members, campaign workers, and candidates. Inspire our diligence, help 
us correct our errors, and open our hearts and minds to each other.
  Finally, we pray for our friends and family members who need Your 
care. You are gracious and merciful. Hear our prayers. Amen.

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