ADVENT DECEMBER 25

Candle Lighting The Light of Christ

 

Responsive Litany

 

Leader:            For anyone who has walked in darkness, a new light has dawned!

People:                        O come, let us adore him!

Leader:            For anyone who has ever felt forgotten, a new light has dawned!

People:                        O come, let us adore him!

Leader:            For anyone whose patience has been put to the test, a new light has dawned!

People:                        O come, let us adore him!

Leader:            For anyone in search of the way, the truth, and the life, a new day has dawned!

People:                        O come, let us adore him!

 

Today we light all the candles as we open our eyes to the glory of Christ's birth. As we light the first candle, we celebrate the hope that transcends our hurting world. The second candle celebrates the peace that tears the veil of hostility and division. The third candle celebrates the love that covers our guilt. And as we light the fourth candle, we celebrate the joy that can dry every tear. The flame of the Christ candle opens our eyes to God's everlasting

light, as we celebrate the way to worship Christ, our newborn King.

 

Dear God, thank you for coming into the world with a soft spot on your head and Mary’s milk on your breath. This Christmas, change us into your hope, peace, joy, and love. Amen!