Savior, Messiah, Lord -
Mary birthed You, wrapped You in bands of cloth, and laid You in a manger. Your full divinity in the full humanity of a fleshy infant.
An angel of Yours brought this good news of great joy by night to shepherds living in fields and watching over their flock.
May You - the true Shepherd - break into our nights and bring us good news of great joy for all the people. Be born anew in our hearts today and in all the days to come. Humble us as we remember Your sign - a child wrapped in bands of cloth, lying in a manger - newborn cries echoing throughout all creation.
As we celebrate this good news of great joy, may we join Your angel and heavenly host’s song - Glory to God in the highest heaven, and on earth peace among those whom God favors!
Alleluia. Amen.