[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 158 (2012), Part 12]
[Senate]
[Page 16023]
[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, You are the source of life and peace. Holy is Your Name 
forever. We know it is You who turns our hearts toward thoughts of 
unity. Use Your power to transform our lives.
  Lord, as our Senators face the challenges of today and tomorrow, give 
them a faith that will not shrink, though threats by many a foe. May 
they refuse to tremble on the brink of any earthly woe, believing that 
all things are possible to those who harness faith's power. Give them 
an understanding that puts an end to strife, mercy that quenches 
animosity, and forgiveness that overcomes vengeance. Help them, Lord, 
to press on in the battle for truth, righteousness, and justice.
  We pray in Your sacred Name. Amen.

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