Christmas Prayer 3 (Day 340)

We sing the praises of God's Anointed One: let us laud and magnify the glory of God forever! Send us out into the fields, O God, though winter frost lies heavy: let us prepare for the lengthening days and a share in the labor. 

May the Spirit of the Lord rest upon us: may we raise our happy voices before the Light that dawns from on high. 

Let us sow with love and laughter where bitter weeds once grew: let us quicken the seeds of justice through tenderness and charity. Melt away the snows of obstinacy which cover our hearts: let our hearts be open to the Sun of Compassion and Mercy. 

Forgive us all our furies and our follies: may we love others as much as we love ourselves. Walk with us, Lord Jesus, through this day, whether it holds joy or tears, and grant your favor upon those whose needs we now name.

Amen.