We thank You for the birth of Christ
In the manger long ago;
We thank You for His blessed love
In our Hearts and souls.

We thank You for the promised Joy
The Grace and Peace You give;
We thank You for the baby boy
Who in our hearts now lives.

As Mary gave herself to You
And Christ the Lord was born;
Lead us now, in Loving You
On this blessed `morn.

Bless us Lord at Christmas time
Bless us now, we pray;
And give to us this Blessed Day
The Love of Christ to stay.

Gregory S. Neal +
Advent, 1995