After a time of silence, all join in prayers of intercession ... May your blessing be upon all who gather around this tree, all who keep the Christmas festival by its lights.

The manger scene has a special place near the Christmas tree or in ... After a time of silence, all join in prayers of intercession and in the Lord's Prayer. Then the leader invites: Pray now ...

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