The Interlude

Lord, in this beautiful time of Christmastide, help us not focus on the gifts given and received, the New Year, or the Ephiphany to come, but on You in our midst.

And what, Lord, do I have for you?
Only my arms to hold the child
Safe from winds hurling through
The branches in this winter wild

Only my heart, only my arms
Open to receive All Love.

ML'E (WinterSong)

Lord, help us to recognise You in our midst. In the cries and silence of the lonely and those who are in pain, in the bright smile and gurgle of a tiny baby, in the storms that surround us, and in the calm moments of peace.

You have moved into our neighbourhood, You are here with us and we thank You for all you have done for us.

Amen