Henry N. Couden
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Henry N. Couden is a Universalist minister who was the 54th Chaplain of the United States Senate
from December 2, 1895 to April 11, 1921. He was the only blind religious leader to serve in this position.
Chaplain of the United States Senate
The Chaplain of the United States Senate opens each session of the United States Senate with a prayer, and provides and coordinates religious programs and pastoral care support for Senators, their staffs, and their families. The Chaplain is appointed by a majority vote of the members of the Senate...
from December 2, 1895 to April 11, 1921. He was the only blind religious leader to serve in this position.