Christmas Dinner Prayer to Share with Family Before the Meal
Christmas dinner is a special time to reflect, give thanks, and gather with loved ones. This beautiful prayer, written by Fr. Mark Brummel, a Claretian Missionary, invites us to center our celebration on Jesus. It’s a short yet deeply meaningful prayer, perfect for sharing with family during Christmas dinner or an office Christmas party. Let this moment remind us of the true meaning of Christmas: the birth of our Savior and the joy of living in His love and peace.
“Good and generous God, who has given us the gift of peace, this Christmas we gather in Your name to thank You for the blessings and lessons throughout this year. To You, Jesus, Prince of Peace, we ask that You renew within us a clean spirit of mind and heart. Restore in our minds the joy of salvation. Strengthen our ability to laugh and smile. Rekindle within us the flame of love for our brothers and sisters. Overflow upon us the gift of faith. Empower us with the courage to seek and embrace peace. Confirm in us the spirit of hope and inspire us with a genuine sense of justice, marking in our hearts the proclamation of Your word.
Happy Birthday, Jesus. Thank You for holding us in Your heart. We hold You in ours.”
Note: Father Mark Brummel wrote and shared this heartfelt prayer during our Christmas lunch celebration at the Claretian headquarters in Chicago. This beautiful blessing is perfect for sharing with loved ones before a meal, embodying the true spirit of Christmas. Whether for your family Christmas dinner or an office party, this prayer inspires gratitude, love, hope, and joy as we gather around the table to celebrate the season.
