As the year draws to a close, let us give God thanks and ask God to keep us safe. (pause) Lord God, we give you thanks for the blessings we have received this year. Protect us during the holidays and keep us joyful in spirit. Through Christ our Lord. Amen. A reading from the book of the prophet Isaiah (9:2,6) Those who walked in the dark have seen a bright light. And it shines upon everyone who lives in the land of darkest shadows. For us a child has been born. A son has been given to us, and he will be our ruler. His names will be: Wonderful Adviser and Mighty God, Eternal Father and Prince of Peace. The word of the Lord. Thanks be to God. WE LISTEN TO GOD’S WORD WE GO OUT INTO THE WORLD May the peace of God be with us, now and always. Amen. May God bless us in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen. WE GATHER WE RESPOND FRIDAY WEEK 3 ADVENT 19 DECEMBER 2025 Giving thanks for all we have enjoyed this year and wishing everyone a safe and restful holiday time, let us join together singing this peaceful version of “We Wish you a Merry Christmas” 233
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