The Chaplain, the Reverend Patrick J. Conroy, offered the following prayer: We give You thanks, O God, for giving us another day. As You make available to Your people the grace and knowledge to meet the needs of the day, we pray that Your spirit will be upon the Members of this people's House, giving them the richness of Your wisdom. Bless the Members of the majority party as they gather these next days. May they, with those who accompany them, travel safely and meet in peace. Bless also the minority party as they prepare for their own gathering. May these days be filled with hopeful anticipation. May the power of Your truth and our faith in Your providence give them all the confidence they must have to do the good work required for service to our Nation. Give all Members the strength of purpose and clarity of mind to do those things that bring justice and mercy to people and maintain freedom and liberty for our land. May all that is done this day be for Your greater honor and glory. Amen.