[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 160 (2014), Part 2]
[House]
[Page 2528]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]

                                 PRAYER

  Reverend Dr. Andrew Chaney, First and Calvary Presbyterian Church, 
Springfield, Missouri, offered the following prayer:
  Almighty God, You equipped the Founders with great resilience as they 
sought Your wisdom in establishing our Nation. With that same power 
that inspired our patriots, bless these Members of Congress today. Lift 
them up, O God.
  When they feel discouraged, when negative thoughts seem to dominate, 
when the winds are against them, strengthen their minds and spirits 
with an inner faith that only You can provide.
  As we are now united in prayer, unite their efforts. Help them leave 
bitterness by the wayside. May their decisions consider the hopeful 
faces of parents, children, elderly, soldiers, veterans; that each 
person in every district will be blessed by the strong leadership of 
this Congress.
  As many voices compete for their attention, create a sanctuary for 
them to pause, reflect, and hear Your voice. Equip them with a courage 
that constantly reminds them that ``with God, all things are 
possible.''
  Amen.

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