the prayer will be offered by chaplain kibben. chaplain kibben: would you pray with me. holy and most wise god we seek your wisdom. wisdom to meet the challenges of this day, wisdom to discern what is the direction you with would have us go, wisdom to determine what is the truth you wish us both to hear and speak. how does a person become as wise as this? the first step you have said is to trust and honor you, o lord. so we take our first step today before any legislative matters are brought forth, before our committees are convened, and in advance of any votes brought to the floor to show our reverence for you, o lord. may we also trust that you will equip us, you will wide us, and will you speak to us with the sufficiency of your wisdom for the living of this day. believing in you and leaning on the strength of your name we pray. amen. the speaker pro tempore: the chair has examined the journal of the last day's proceedings and announces to the house the approval thereof. pursuant to clause 1 of rule 1, the journal stands approved. the pledge of allegiance will be led

the prayer will be offered by chaplain kibben. chaplain kibben: will you pray with me? you are the lord, there is no other. on this day may we appreciate all that surrounds us is of your making. all that lives and bill of rights finds its life in you. may we look for the ways you cause to participate in your creative work in the world, to desire to belaborrors in your vineyard, stewards of the bounty you have generously bestowed on us. may we dedicate ourselves to give the best efforts to reveal the creative reality of your peace, justice, and of your love around the globe and in our communities. so in our appreciation for what you've done, our participation in what you are doing, and our dedication to what you and your grace plan will do, may we prove faithful this day. in your sovereign name we pray, amen. the speaker: amen. the chair has examined the journal of the last day's proceedings and announces to the house his approval thereof. pursuant to clause 1 of rule 1, the journal stands approved. the pledge will be led by the gentleman from south carolina, mr. wilson.

chaplain kibben. chaplain kibben: would you pray with me. in the spirit of a national pastime and a game well played, we rejoice with those who rejoice, and do our best to refrain from gloating in the company of those who weep. for it is not in our victory but the lord's in which we trust. in the lord we will renew our strength. in the lord's protection do we find shelter. inspired by the lord's abiding presence hovering over us we run and do note grow weary. with the lord's guidance and care we will soar to new heights of faith. in problem verbs we read there are many mysteries only the lord can answer. like how a ship sails on the sea. or how an eagle soars to the heights of the sky. but those who trust in the world will spread their wings and fly like eagles. in faith, let us soar. and humbly serve the lord this day. in your strong name we pray. amen. the speaker pro tempore: the chair has examined the journal of the last day's proceedings and announces to the house the approval thereof. pursuant to clause 1 of rule 1, the journal stands

the chair will be offered by chaplain kibben. chaplain kibben: would you pray with me. o god of earth and sea and sky, as people from all over this world have gathered together in the nation's capital for the national prayer breakfast, to lift up their voices in praise anded a oration -- and adoration, we see that such a marvelous chorus of gratitude and such solemn concerns are the prayers of your people this day. in your heaven, o lord, hear our prayers. give each one mercy in their meu millity as they have set -- humility as they have set aside the busyness of their day and the business of their lives to come before your mercy seat. in repen tans, we as your people who seek your face this day and every day. in your heaven, o lord, hear our prayers. in your uncomprehensible mercy and unfathomable grace, for give us our -- forgive us our since, the inequities of bodies and mind and our trespasses against others and against you. in your heaven, hear our prayers, o lord. and heal our land. that it would once again know of your will and receive your favor. may all those w

amen. >> please stand for the benediction delivered by margaret gun kibben, the chaplain of the united>> would you pray with me? gracious and generous god, that you would have granted us this time of prayer and fellowship is a gift that evokes more than any words have attempted to express. for the spirit in this room is rich and resonant. we as individuals, as a nation, stand in need of prayer and we have come before your throne of grace to receive your mercy and request your favor. truly you have richly blessed us this morning. you have asked us only to respond by loving you with our whole hearts and minds and souls. so in this moment we have entrusted to you our innermost thoughts and deepest needs. we have humbled ourselves and laid boldly before you our will and wants, our pride and prejudices, our convictions and concerns. may both our prayers today and our lives from this day forth be like sweet aroma that rises to you. remind us then as we descend from this mountain top of mutual blessing and a part of this gathering of grace filled communion to strive to love others as you firs

by chaplain kibben. by chaplain kibben: would you pray with me. wise god, what wondrous words you offer us. your words of counsel, your words of guidance, your words of wisdom. such knowledge is too wonderful for us. who are we that you are mindful of us? yet you made us a little lower than the angels and have crowned with us glory and honor. and placed everything at our feet. how important it is for to us pay attention to the words you speak and to hear the insight you reveal to us. your thoughts are plot our thoughts -- are not our thoughts so it dehooves us to listen close toy to your voice -- closely to your voice. your ways are not our ways, and so we must discipline our steps to walk in the path you lay before us, lest we drift from it. hold us accountable to our stewardship of the knowledge and wisdom you provide, that nothing we say or do would cause us to stray from your intent. in faith we approach you with arms wide open to receive the abundance of spiritual truths you measure out for us this day. in your merciful name we pray. amen. th

the prayer will be offered by chaplain kibben. chaplain kibben: will you pray with me? you are the lord, there is no other. on this day

chaplain kibben: would you pray with me. god, as we stand on the eve of the third anniversary of the unprovoked attack on ukraine, we realize that only our faith in you and in your provisions will lay the foundation for the future of the ukrainian people. those who trust in you cannot be shaken. your faithfulness will endure forever and through all har hardship. now and forever, surround your people so the advance of the wicked will not overtake the entitlements of the righteous. then prevent the righteous from being swayed to do evil in return. lord, do good to those who do good. grant your favor to those who are upright in heart. preserve those who have leaned on you for their survival and praised you for your presence in their lives. may all who have endured these years of violence and deprivation soon receive your peace and provision. in the power of your name we pray. amen. the speaker pro tempore: pursuant to clause 136 rule 1, -- 13 of rule 1, the journal of the last day's proceedings is approved. the chair will lead

the prayer will be offered by chaplain kibben. chaplain kibben: bow pray with me -- would you pray with me. show us your unfailing love, o lord, and grant us your deliverance. for we find ourselves in times of turmoil and tension, disagreements and dissention. but if we can open our hearts to receive your life changing mercy, and experience your soul penetrating grace, we will be redeemed from our own discord. restored to common purpose and mutual respect. let us listen that we will hear what you speak. when you pronounce health in our afflictions, may we receive it. when you promise peace to your people, may we live it. when we walk to the right or to the left, may our ears hear your word behind us saying, this is the way. walk in it. the word of the lord is alive and powerful. sharper than any two-edged sword. the voice of the lord is over the waters. the glory of god is heard in the thunder over many waters. lord, pierce our soul and our spirit, our joints and our mario, and discern our-shall -- maybe roy, discern our those. th

. >> please stand for the benediction delivered by margaret gun kibben, the chaplain of the united stateslease stand a for the benediction. >> would you pray with me. gracious and gracious god, you have granted us this time of prayer andwe fellowship is a git that evokes so much more than any words at a party attempted to express. for the spirit in this room is rich in resignation. we as individuals, as and wants, our p a body, as a nation, stand in the need of prayer. be like sweet aroma that rises to you. remind us then as we descend from this mountain top of mutual blessing and a part of this gathering of grace filled communion to strive to love others as you first loved us t you who have reconciled you who have reconciled yourself to us in your love made flesh have called us to be ambassadors of your ministry of reconciliation. let not the grace that you have shown us to be in vain but may be go forth to serve you prayerfully, trustingly, lovingly, and obediently. we offer our prayers to you this day. each person in the name by which we have come to know you and i in the strong name o

chaplain kibben: would you pray with me. blessed are those who fear you, o lord, and walk in your ways. we pray your blessings on this day, but it is too often not you we fear, but the multitude of challenges that confront us. when our anxiety is for things political or personal, changes environmental or emotional, upheavingal, suppositional or spiritual, we too often find that the urn certain -- uncertainty of our days has eclipsed our ability to acknowledge or appreciate your power and authority over every aspect of our lives. teach us then to walk in your ways, to affirm your majesty over every aspect of our lives. would that we allow within our own spirits your holiness to transform the hostility, your kindness every cruelty. your love every malev lance. blessed are those who fear the lord. may this day and all the days of our lives receive your blessing, that the work of our hands may prosper. in your merciful name we pray. amen. the speaker pro tempore: the chair has examined the journal of the last day's proceedings a

chaplain kibben: preu way with me -- would you pray with me. god of power and might, you are our rock. the place of our protection. the source of our salvation. in you do we seek strength, a strength you so freely offer us in our need. when we are weak, it is your might that upholds us. when we are afraid, it is in your refuge we find comfort. when we are exposed to danger, it is in your shelter we find safety. god, your way is perfect. your word is flawless. shield then all who take refuge in you. for who is god but you, o lord, who is our rock except you, o god? on this day, arm us with strength to do the work you put before us, keep us upright in your might when we can't find it within ourselves to keep going. comfort us in your refuge when fear overwhelms us, hold us safe in the shelter of your loving arms when harm threatens us. and keep our way secure as we strive to serve you where you have called us. with the power of your name we pray, amen. the speaker pro tempore: pursuant to clause 13 of rule 1, the journal of the last day's proceed

chaplain kibben: would you pray with me. on this day when many take time to appreciate their loved ones and sweethearts, may we discover that when we love each other, that that love is a gift from you, o lord. we love because you first loved us. so whether we are on the giving or receiving end of cards or flowers or chocolates, all three or none at all, let us take the time to appreciate the love you have shown to each of us, from the beginning of our lives. a love that has enabled every one of us to receive your gifts of forgiveness and mercy, hope and grace. from this deep well of love, we have from you, may we draw cups of compassion for one another. may we offer rich appreciation for those with whom you have surrounded us and may we share in the blessings we receive from your hand, with all who need to feel the tenderness of your embrace. for you, o god, have loved with us an everlasting love. you are the source of unfailing kindness that draws us toward you. sure of your love this day we pray in the joy of your name. am