Blessed are you, Lord, God of all creation,
for through Your goodness You have given us shelter from the cold and light of Your Word to brighten the darkness of night.
We come to You bearing no gifts for everything we have is a gift from You.
All we can offer is our love for each other and our faith in your Son.
Transform, then, these humble gifts into an epiphany,
a revelation of Your Divine Presence,
and bless our home and all who come to it.
May our home and family be a light for all who are lost and afraid,
a place of peace and hospitality for those in need,
and a sign that you are indeed God with us.
And when our long journey has ended, lead us all by the star of Your mercy
that we may come home to You to the dwelling place You have prepared for us in heaven.
Grant this through Christ our Lord.      Amen.