On this holy night draw us into the mystery of your love. Say these best Christmas prayers during Christmas dinner or on Christmas Eve to keep the reason for the season in mind. (This was the first census that took place while Quirinius was governor of Syria.) Thank You dear Heavenly Father, for sending the only begotten and eternal Son of Your love, the Lord Jesus Christ, to be born as a tiny baby in such humble conditions, so that the fallen race of mankind could be redeemed from their sin and be made sons and daughters of the Most High God, through faith in His name. We rejoice with the shepherds over the good news of Jesus' birth. Christmas Eve Prayer Christmastide (also Christmas Time or the Christmas season), also known as Twelvetide, is a season of the liturgical year in most Christian churches. Show your thankfulness this holiday season with one of the following Christmas prayers. Santa's Christmas Eve Prayer A Christmas Poem By Warren D. Jennings. Christmas Tree Blessing. Invoke Jesus Christ’s blessing on the auspicious occasion of Christmas with these beautiful Christmas Prayers.The thoughtful collection includes prayers for a variety of situations on a Christmas day.You may read aloud these Prayers for Christmas with family members or say them silently with sincerity and faith to experience peace of mind. Gracious, loving and merciful God, on this Christmas Eve, as the light of your Word penetrates our hearts, as we are reminded of the gift of life and faith, as the glories of the heavenly hosts are echoed in our church, we open ourselves up to your Spirit and give you thanks. I am a writer, professor, amateur musician, science fiction fan, and lifelong member of the Reformed Christian tribe.

The magic of this night is the magic of promises fulfilled: the magic of light bursting on darkness, the magic of a baby’s cry and a mother’s tender love, the magic of angels singing glorias to shepherds, the magic of God coming to earth to dwell among us. It is widely observed all over the world with religious fervor. Let kindness come with every gift and good desires with every greeting. Gracious LORD, be the God of our Christmas celebration. "I must jump in my sleigh Christmas Prayer of Thanksgiving .

"Dear Father," he prayed, "Be with me tonight, There's much work to do, And my schedule is tight." Father, in this holy night your Son our Saviour was born in human flesh.

It is a culturally important celebration. Holy Creator of Trees, bless with your abundant grace this our Christmas tree as a symbol of joy.

We join in the praises of the angelic choir, saying: "Glory to God in the highest heaven, and on earth peace among those whom God favors!" A Christmas Prayer. Christmas Eve Prayer. Please join me in the spirit of prayer followed by a full minute of meditative silence Gods and Goddesses of darkness and light, Spirit of life and love: We come together on this sacred night to awaken ourselves to the joy of Christmas

Good and gracious God, on this holy night you gave us your Son, the Lord of the universe, wrapped in swaddling clothes, the Saviour of all, lying in a manger. Christmas Eve Prayer.

Join our voices with the heavenly host, that we may sing your glory on high. For my day job, I teach early British literature and creative writing at Calvin University, where I have been on the faculty for over twenty years and still need to pedal fast to keep (mostly) ahead of smart, feisty undergraduates. The pine tree stands majestic and proud, All heavy laden in Winter's white shroud. Amen. COLOR: White SCRIPTURE READINGS: Isaiah 9:2-7; Psalm 96; Titus 2:11-14; Luke 2:1-20 THEME IDEAS. Opening Prayer for Christmas Eve Service Rev. The sleigh was all packed, The reindeer were fed, But Santa still knelt By the side of the bed. Dr. Sean B. Murray. To help make yours a little easier, here's a lovely little Christmas Eve prayer for you to incorporate as your own, tweak to your context, or use as a point of departure. As Christmas grows closer day by day, help us to be ready to welcome you now. Christmas Eve Prayer Christmas Eve is celebrated a day before the Christmas festival.