Sovereign God, in You all things were created––things in Heaven and on Earth, visible and invisible, whether thrones or powers or rulers or authorities.
As we stand on the threshold of yet another day of national decision, center our hearts and minds first on You. As we run the course toward our country's future, remind us of the grace that You have shown the Republic from its inception, and grant to us again the mercy You have bestowed on us throughout our Nation's illustrious, albeit sometimes ignoble history.
May we yield to the guidance You have provided that has allowed these United States to preserve the ideals of liberty and freedom, to protect the dignity and purpose of each citizen, and to enjoy the privilege of prosperity. Then give us the wisdom to reflect on our responsibility to be faithful to Your divine favor.
Grant us the coverage to uphold the decency that allows diverse opinions to be heard and considered. Strengthen in us the moral fiber that values voices different from our own. For in Your grace plan, You have bound us together, one nation, under You, O God, that we would bear witness to the faithfulness to be found in unity and not division, esteem and not enmity, love and not hatred.
May we prove worthy of the noble calling to which You have called us today, tomorrow, and in our future.
In Your eternal name we pray. Amen.
We must never get into the habit of being preoccupied with the future. There is no reason to do so. God is there.
—Mother Teresa of Calcutta
Mother Teresa of Calcutta (Agnes Gonxha Bojaxhiu) (1910-1997), Total Surrender, Mother Teresa of Calcutta
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ANNOUNCING: Coffee Klatch Please join the Congressional Jewish Staff Association's Board for an in–person coffee klatch, an informal monthly gathering to meet new CJSA friends & talk about whatever is on your mind! Members of the CJSA Board will be in attendance to greet new members. Reach out to us at infocjsa@gmail.com with any questions. July 12, 2022, at 11 am in the Au Bon Pain Cannon Due to security constraints, only Hill staff and interns will be able to join us for this event.