"The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not overcome it." John 1:5"Almighty God, you have poured upon us the new light of your incarnate Word: Grant that this light, enkindled in our hearts, may shine forth in our lives; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen."

The Collect for the First Sunday After Christmas