CAPITOL HILL - As the House of Representatives returns from August recess, lawmakers must prepare themselves for long days, difficult decisions, and tremendous pressure from all sides. But one ministry is designed to help members take a break from all that and get together with other believers.

As Capitol Hill lawmakers work to find common ground in a vastly divided nation, Kimberly Genau and her husband, Randy, have created a place of refuge here known as the Alabaster House.

"We just happened to be on the front lines right there, honestly, hearing from heaven," said Kimberly.

Since then, they've been serving on behalf of Congress in a mission the Genaus have dedicated themselves to for 27 years.

"When they come to Washington, they're so excited about being elected. You know, the camp

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