“Stir up your power, O Lord, and with great might come among us; and, because we are sorely hindered by our sins, let your bountiful grace and mercy speedily help and deliver us.” Amen!

“A candle is burning, a candle of joy, a candle to welcome, brave Mary’s new boy, our hearts fill with wonder, and eyes light and glow, as Joy brightens gloom, like the sunshine on snow.”