The light has come! The grace of God has truly appeared. The Christ Child — the infant King — has ruptured the veil of darkness and true hope, eternal hope, has come. And Glory’s hope will be declared among the nations; his goodness and light are for all. Glory to God in the highest.
Dear Lord of Light,
Shine your hope into every heart this Christmas day. As we enjoy the festivities of this most bright day, let us be mindful of those whose hope wanes, for those who have fled home and are fleeing, for those who seek refuge. Keep with us each day the joy of the Christ Child as he beckons our hearts to rise up in compassion for the fleeing.
Amen.
Scripture Readings
Isaiah 9:2-7
Psalm 96
Titus 2:11-14
Luke 2:1-14, (15-20)
Suggested Hymns
Once in Royal David’s City 250 UMH*
*The United Methodist Hymnal (© 1986 The United Methodist Publishing House).