Christmas marks the culmination of the Advent season. The time of waiting is past, and God's people celebrate the arrival of their Messiah, who has visited and redeemed his people.
The Opening
Leader:Glory to God in highest heaven and on earth peace for those on whom his favor rests.
People:In the tender compassion of our God, the morning sun has risen upon us who lived in darkness.
Leader:The Word has become flesh, has come to dwell among us, and we have seen his glory.
People:Glory as of...
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