Loving Father,
help us remember the birth of Jesus,
that we may share in the song of the angels,
the gladness of the shepherds,
and worship of the wise men.

Close the door of hate and open the door of love all over the world.
Let kindness come with every gift and good desires with every greeting.
Let the love that shaped earth and heaven, dwell within us this Christmas.
Let the love that created humanity, dwell within us this Christmas.
Let the love that overcomes suffering and hatred, dwell within us this Christmas.
Let the love that causes us to rejoice with loved ones, dwell within us this Christmas.
Let the love that forgives and renews, dwell within us this Christmas.
Let the love that brings reconciliation after separation, dwell within us this Christmas.
Let the love that brings the blessing of peace, dwell within us this Christmas.
And may we share that peace with all people near and far.
Amen.