Merrry Christmas & God Bless

The Christmas Story
St. Luke 2: 1 – 14


And it came to pass in those days, that there went out a

decree from Caesar Augustus, that all the world should be taxed.

And all went to be taxed, every one into his own city.

And Joseph also went up from Galilee, out of the city of

Nazareth, into Judaea, unto the city of David, which is

called BethlehemTo be taxed with Mary his

espoused wife, being great with child.

And so it was, that, while they were there, the days

were accomplished that she should 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 at 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 sore 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 Savior, which is Christ the Lord.

And this shall be a sign unto you; Ye shall find the

babe wrapped in swaddling clothes, lying in a manger.

And suddenly there was with the angel a

multitude of the heavenly host praising God, and saying,

Leonardo da Vinci. Adoration of the Magi.
1481-1482. Oil on wood. Uffizi Gallery, Florence, Italy.

Glory to God in the highest,
and on earth peace,
good will toward men.