Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who has blessed us in Christ with every spiritual blessing in the heavenly places.

As you wrap presents, bake Christmas cookies, and decorate the tree, take a moment to remember the true origin of Christmas.

The manger scene has a special place near the Christmas tree or in another place ... Then the leader invites: Pray now for God's blessing as we look on these figures. After a short silence ...