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INVOCATION

Invocation by Rev. Dr. Gamel Delesbore

New York City Council · Jul 16, 2026 · starts 0:04:52 · 1 min 5 sec

Rev. Dr. Gamel Delesbore of New Jerusalem Worship Center in Jamaica, Queens delivers a brief invocation praying for wisdom and guidance for the council members.

Shaun Abreu

We will now have today's invocation, which will be delivered by the Reverend Dr.

Shaun Abreu

Gamal Delezbore of New Jerusalem Worship Center, which is located at 122-05 Smith Street in Queens.

Member of the Public - Rev. Dr. Gamel Delesbore

Let us pray.

Member of the Public - Rev. Dr. Gamel Delesbore

Oh, Lord, our Lord, how excellent is your name in all the earth.

Member of the Public - Rev. Dr. Gamel Delesbore

Father God, we just thank you for allowing us to be here one more time.

Member of the Public - Rev. Dr. Gamel Delesbore

Lord God, as we convene and we look to you, the author and finisher of our faith, Father God, bless every heart and mind that is here within this council meeting.

Member of the Public - Rev. Dr. Gamel Delesbore

Lead them and guide them.

Member of the Public - Rev. Dr. Gamel Delesbore

According to your wisdom, knowledge, and understanding, anoint them afresh, Lord, as they look to you, Lord God, as you begin to just show yourself mighty, show yourself strong in the midst.

Member of the Public - Rev. Dr. Gamel Delesbore

We thank you.

Member of the Public - Rev. Dr. Gamel Delesbore

We praise you, giving you all the honor, glory, and praise.

Member of the Public - Rev. Dr. Gamel Delesbore

In the name of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.

Member of the Public - Rev. Dr. Gamel Delesbore

Amen.