Author: THERESA JACOBSON

Sola Publishing – Prayers of the Church
Nativity of Our Lord (Christmas Day) – December 25, 2025
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Prayers of the Day
Historical Collect  
Almighty God, grant that the new birth of your only-begotten Son in the flesh may set free all who are held in servitude under the yoke of sin; through Jesus Christ, your Son, our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen. (Gelasian Sacramentary, 7th Century)
Thematic Collect  
God of majesty, open our eyes to see the light of your presence in the world around us; open our ears to hear your message of mercy and grace revealed through the birth of your Son, who took on our human existence. Sustain us through the Word made flesh, so that in you we might be your body in the world; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
Prayers of the Church
For the Family of Faith
Gracious Father, you have called us into your household of faith, and made us brothers and sisters in Christ. We thank you for ordering our lives and providing for our needs. Guide us by your Word, that our homes and places of work may reflect the diligence, respect, and faithfulness to which you have called us. Help us by your Spirit to see the everyday opportunities we have to serve you by loving our neighbors. Lord in your mercy … hear our prayer.
For the Incarnation (Christmas Day)
Lord God, heavenly Father, we give you thanks that in your great mercy you sent your only Son to become incarnate and to redeem us from sin and everlasting death. We pray that you would so reign in our hearts by your Holy Spirit, that we may give thanks always for your grace and may find comfort and strength through your promise in every time of trial and temptation.  Lord in your mercy … hear our prayer.
For Families 
Heavenly Father, you are the creator and giver of life. We thank you for the birth of children and entrusting them to our care. Give your boundless hope and joy to expectant parents. Bind young children and new parents in love, and reveal your life-giving promises through the witness of families.  Lord, in your mercy ... hear our prayer.
For Light in Dark Times
Light of the Nations, grant that the light of your healing might shine on those living with illness, addiction, loneliness, or anxiety [especially …].  Bless them with your tender care and turn their mourning into joy. Lord in your mercy … hear our prayer.