A Prayer for Christmas Joy
Prince of Peace,
Your joy rises like a spring
of life-giving water
on these weary winter mornings.
I gather more wood for the fire
gone cold in the night
and your joy catches flame
bringing warmth to all.
A Prayer of Christmas Surrender
Prince of Peace,
You are my shield
my sword
and my defender.
Even though I trace the wounds
from so many Christmas battles,
today I lay down
my time-worn fight
and surrender to you.
A Prayer for Peace that Overflows
Prince of Peace,
Overflow my heart
with your perfect peace
that I may share it
in all my surroundings
A Prayer for Peace in Extended Family
Prince of Peace,
Only with your help
will this Christmas be different
in my extended family gatherings.
Teach me peacemaking
to replace my peace-stealing
this year.
A Prayer for Peaceful Memories
Prince of Peace,
I invite you into my family’s Christmas memory making:
songs and silly stories
decorating and dressing-up
baking and feasting
picture-posing and game playing
wrapping and unwrapping.