the speaker: the prabe will be offered by our guest chaplain today, reverend brian teason of journey church, bridgeville, pennsylvania. the chaplain: father, we thank you for this nation, your love and most of all your forgiveness of sins. we acknowledge that scripture states in james 1:5 that are you the giver of all wisdom. maw you give these men and women your wisdom in all their deeds and discussions. according to row mans 13, let everyone be subject to the governing authorities for there is no authority except that which god has established. may these here be good stewards of this responsibility, leadership and your gift of freedom for our nation. we ask for your special protection over our military and blessing for their families. we pray for our enemies as you instruct us. may their plans be thwarted and may they come to the love and grace that only you can offer. in the only name, through whom man can be saved, gee suft christ, amen -- jesus christ, amen. the speaker: the chair has examined the journal of the last day's proceedings and announces his approval thereof. the jour