Congressman Flood Hosts Father Jamrog of Norfolk as Congressional Guest Chaplain
WASHINGTON, D.C. –Today, U.S. Congressman Mike Flood hosted Father Brett Jamrog of Norfolk, Nebraska as a guest chaplain at the U.S. Capitol to deliver the opening prayer before the U.S. House of Representatives. Following Father Jamrog’s prayer, U.S. Congressman Mike Flood delivered short welcome remarks on the House floor. During his remarks, Rep. Flood recognized Fr. Jamrog’s contributions to the community and Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Norfolk.
Video of Father Jamrog’s prayer followed by Rep. Flood’s speech can be found by clicking here. News outlets are welcome to use the footage for their reporting purposes. The full text of the messages are found below.
Father Jamrog's Prayer
“May the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit, amen.
Father, you fashion man and woman in your own image and likeness so that we could know, love, and serve you. Today, we thank you and praise you for the opportunity to be here as men and women who represent our country. During this meeting we invoke your help, God, to guide our thoughts, words and actions, so that they are in accord with your providential plan.
Grant that all the men and women here inspired by the gift of faith will be attentive to the needs of all so that sharing their grief and pain, they may constantly devote themselves to the service of all. May all present here serve our country after the example of Christ, your Son, so that our country can stand as a living witness to truth and freedom, to peace and justice, that all people may be raised up to a new hope.
Amen. In the father and the son and the holy spirit, amen.”
Rep. Floods Welcome Remarks
“Thank you, Mr. Speaker, I rise today to welcome Father Brett Jamrog, who delivered this morning’s prayer, as guest chaplain for the day.
Father Jamrog is a native of Lincoln, Nebraska and a priest of the Archdiocese of Omaha.
Ordained in 2022, he has served my home parish, Sacred Heart in Norfolk, for the last two years.
Even at this early point in his ministry, he’s had a big impact on his community by providing sacraments to the lay faithful on a daily basis and teaching in our school.
Father’s presence here today reminds us of the foundational role that faith plays in forming leaders and guiding our country.
It’s a great honor to host Father Jamrog here in Washington. His words of prayer this morning were a blessing to this chamber.
May Father Jamrog’s words continue to remain with us as we take up our work for the day.
Once again, we extend our gratitude to Father Jamrog for serving as today’s guest chaplain.
I yield back.”