May we be open to the mystery of this season that surrounds us. May we recognize the light of Christ within us and one another. May we reach out to share that light with others.

Christmas Prayer 2020 – Turning toward the Light

“The people who walked in darkness
have seen a great light;
upon those who dwelt in the land of gloom,
a light has shone
…for a child is born to us…”

In this season, as Jesus is born
within us and around us,
Earth moves
turning toward the light.
We stand in the stillness
— reverent with awe.

May we be open
to the mystery of this season
that surrounds us.

May we recognize
the light of Christ within us
and one another.
May we reach out
to share that light with others.

Isaiah 9 – Christmas Mass During the Night
Joanne Gallagher, CSJ