o christmas tree

the
fragrant
evergreen tree
evokes christmas
cheer. twinkling lights
call to mind myriad stars
in the sky. the brightest star,
to the east, guided the wisemen
to the humble bed of the baby jesus.
gleaming ornaments recall the precious
gifts offered to the holy child of bethlehem.
the child who came to save our world from sin.
nativity scenes, advent candles, hymns of joy.
let us prepare for the coming of christ.
gloria in
excelsis

d e o ! !