Christmas Past, Present and Future

A little over 2000 years ago,
the world was a dark, bleak place.
A place of misery, torment, and despair.
We were blind, lost, and imprisoned.
Yet you gave us an indescribable gift
your son, Jesus Christ, our redeemer.

2020 has been a dark, bleak miserable year.
Greed, hatred, and violence are still rampant.
But now a pale horse has come and gone viral.
We’re captives in our homes, isolated from all.
We are lost…losing jobs, loved ones, and even hope.

We cry out to you Most High Glorious God,
Please have mercy upon your children.
Have mercy upon those who have died,
and carry them to heaven.
Have mercy upon those who are sick
and bring them back to the fullness of health.
Have mercy upon all affected by this pandemic
and bless each according to their needs as best for them.

O Lord my God,
Please stop this pandemic
and release us from this Covid prison.
For you are the light of the world that
opens our eyes to the path of salvation.
Your radiant presence fills our hearts with peace.
You are the source of faith, hope and love.
And in these trying times, you give us hope,
not just for a return to our normal lives.
But a hope for a future where our
world is full light, love, and joy.
A future where your gift to the world
is to lead everyone to eternal life.
Amen.