Spirit of the living God, be present among us and renew our spirits, for Your Spirit alone gives wisdom and understanding––the ability to perceive in these days what is right and eternal and avoid what would be easier and more convenient.
Your Spirit gives direction and builds strength, offering us counsel and perseverance to see the way through the complexities of the discussions laid before us.
It is Your Holy Spirit who instills in us the knowledge and the fear of the Lord. Far from frightening, Your Spirit enables us to perceive the power of Your mercy and the capaciousness of Your grace, freeing us to be who You desire us to be and to do what You ask of us to do in this place.
O Holy Spirit, inspire our innermost souls and enrich our attitudes throughout this day that we would strive for holiness. O divine presence, remind us constantly of Your nearness, that we would be encouraged to share in Your divine work in the world.
We ask for the strength You offer to us when we pray in Your name. Amen.
Isaiah 11:2
Walking by faith, let us do good works. In these let there be a free love of God for His own sake and an active love for our neighbor. For there is nothing we can do for God. But because we have something we can do for our neighbor, we shall by our good offices to the needy gain the favor of Him Who is the source of all abundance. Let us then do what we can for others; let us freely bestow upon the needy out of our abundance.
—St. Augustine
Join us to pray the Rosary for Congress and the nation – each Friday at 11:30 am in the Interfaith Staff Prayer Room – 467 Cannon – and via Zoom. All are welcome. Rosaries and prayer sheets are provided. For zoom link or more information, contact Karen.Bronson@mail.house.gov Hosted by the Office of the Chaplain
The Interfaith Staff Prayer Room is open for congressional staff to use for personal prayer and meditation. For questions – email StaffPrayerRoom@mail.house.gov