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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. And there were in the same country shepherds abiding in the field, keeping watch over their flock by night. And, lo, the angel of the Lord came upon them, and the glory of the Lord shone round about them: and they were so afraid. And the angel said unto them, Fear not: for, behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy, which shall be to all people. For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Saviour, which is Christ the Lord.

In the silence of a snowy night, listen intently, holding your breath, and you may hear snow on snow. Serene, alone, undisturbed by thought, listen to the silence in your heart, and you may hear Christmas. -- Alan Harris

This Christmas season, Let us say: Glory to God in the Highest because of all this year's days, this day is the merriest -- Anonymous

Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the house not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse. The stockings were hung by the chimney with care, in hopes that St. Nicholas soon would be there. -- Clement Clarke Moore

The greatest Christmas gift of all was never placed beneath a tree. But lay within a manger bed beneath a star for all to see. -- Emily Scarlett

Christmas happens everywhere every time someone reaches out to touch another life with love -- Carol Duerksen

The Shepherds keeping their flocks by night The Heaven glowing out with wondrous light The glory of the Lord is there. Suddenly, seraphic legions fill the sky they declare: "Glory to God Peace upon earth good will to men..." -- St. Cosmas

A candle loses nothing of its light by lighting another candle -- Author Unknown

Love came down at Christmas; Love all lovely, love divine; Love was born at Christmas, Stars and angels gave the sign -- Christina Rossetti