On March 28, 2011 Bishop James A. Tamayo, D.D., Bishop of the Diocese of Laredo, offered the following Senate Invocation:
Heavenly Father,
God of all creation, God of all peoples and nations,
In your wisdom and love, you created man and woman and called us to be stewards of your creation. As this new day begins for the Senate of the State of Texas, we invoke your presence in our deliberations and activities.
We represent communities from diverse parts of this great State. Although we travel to our State Capitol from different directions, as legislators of this State, let us be steadfast in our solidarity to seek the common path that leads to the betterment of all people in our State.
Strengthen our resolve to do good. We accept the challenge to listen to one another, to support one another, and to respond generously to those most in need. This we pray in your holy Name.
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