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CHRISTMAS EVE
\nOn the eve of our Christmas celebration, Jesus\u2019 birthday, we light all of the candles of the Advent wreath.
\nFirst we light the candle for HOPE because Jesus is our hope.
\nSecond, we light the candle for PEACE because Jesus is our hope and peace.
\nThird, we light the candle for JOY because Jesus brings joy.
\nFourth, we light the candle for LOVE because Jesus is love.
\nFinally we light the center candle. This is the CHRIST candle. Jesus is born. Jesus has come. Jesus is our salvation.
\nLet us pray:
\nGreat God of love and light, we thank you now for the light of that special star over two thousand years ago that guided humble shepherds and learned wise men to the holy babe. Lead us now, by the light of your love, that we also may follow you to new life in him. In celebration of the birthday of our King and our Savior, Jesus Christ, we pray.
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