For the first time in history, the proceedings of the US House of Representatives on Friday began with the offering of prayers by a Sikh Granthi from New Jersey. The prayers are usually offered by a Christian priest to start the session.For the first time in history, the proceedings of the US House of Representatives on Friday began with the offering of prayers by a Sikh Granthi from New Jersey. The prayers are usually offered by a Christian priest to start the session.