Opening Prayer
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01/28/2009
Reverend Daniel P. Coughlin
Lord God, Architect of the Universe and Advocate for us all, each day is a blessing. When we rise from sleep activities of the day stir the mind. Having a job to fulfill sets us into routine as a people with purpose. Daily work, O Lord, invites us to demonstrate responsibility and manifests our participation in Your creative power. Mind and body together become engaged in productivity, sustenance, or service beyond ourselves.
Because we believe human work bestows a special dignity upon a person and a way to achieve a just society, we know how important it is for us to pray for the unemployed and their families.
Bless the work of Congress today. May this chosen labor be creative, prove responsible, have lasting results, and give You glory now and forever.
Amen.