[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 160 (2014), Part 5]
[House]
[Page 6612]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




                         NATIONAL DAY OF PRAYER

  (Mr. THOMPSON of Pennsylvania asked and was given permission to 
address the House for 1 minute and to revise and extend his remarks.)
  Mr. THOMPSON of Pennsylvania. Mr. Speaker, tomorrow marks the 63rd 
annual National Day of Prayer. On this day, we praise God for the many 
blessings bestowed upon us. During times of great adversity and in 
times of great prosperity, Americans of all walks of life seek God's 
guidance.
  Today, we face many great challenges, including brave men and women 
serving in harm's way and an economy that must grow faster and lift 
more Americans, especially those in need, to greater security. We pray 
that the families of this Nation may find renewed strength and belief 
in God's word and grace.
  We also seek the Lord as we pray for those who serve in our military. 
We ask for God to protect them and watch over them.
  Mr. Speaker, let us seek God's guidance and pray he will grant us the 
wisdom to overcome the many trials and tests before our Nation and its 
people.
  On the National Day of Prayer, may God bless this great Nation and 
all its citizens.

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