Christmas Musicals for Church
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11 CAROLS – SATB LITANY 2 READER 1: And it came to pass in those days that a decree went out from Caesar Augustus that all the world should be registered. This census first took place while Quirinius was governing Syria. So all went to be registered, everyone to his own city. READER 2: Joseph also went up from Galilee, out of the city of Nazareth, into Judea, to the city of David, which is called Bethlehem, because he was of the house and lineage of David, to be registered with Mary, his betrothed wife, who was with child. READER 1: So it was, that while they were there, the days were completed for her to be delivered. And she brought forth her firstborn Son, and wrapped Him in swaddling clothes, and laid Him in a manger, because there was no room for them in the inn. (Luke 2:1-7) LEADER: Lord, it is beyond our comprehension that our Royal Prince, our Holy Messiah would have no place to lay His head. While we shake our heads in disapproval, we must also ask ourselves where we have not made room for You. So today, Lord, ALL: We invite You into our homes LEADER: The place where we are the most vulnerable and real. We invite You to see us as we are, with no pretense or show; to see the best and the worst of us. ALL: We create room for You in our workplaces LEADER: Where tensions often run high, and people can be difficult. ALL: We come You into our conflicts LEADER: Drawing on Your divine compassion, understanding, and wis- dom to resolve situations that wound us. ALL: We create room for You in our finances LEADER: So that You can guide us to people in need, precious souls beloved by You. And for those who struggle during the Christmas season, ALL: We invite You into our struggle LEADER: Embracing You as our Prince of Peace, our Wonderful Counselor. May every heart prepare room for You in this season and throughout the year. ALL: Amen. CAROL: "Away in a Manger" Scripture quotations are from the ESV® Bible (The Holy Bible, English Standard Version®), Copyright © 2001 by Crossway, a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers. Used by permission. All rights reserved.