We prepare your way, Lord Jesus Christ!
Let us hold you in our hearts,
as did Mary, your mother.
Come, Emmanuel!
We prepare your way, Lord Jesus Christ!
Let us care for your children in the world
as Saint Joseph cared for you.
Come Emmanuel!
We prepare your way, Lord Jesus Christ!
Let us sing joyfully of your glory
as did your angels in Bethlehem.
Come, Emmanuel!
We prepare your way, Lord Jesus Christ!
May we kneel to adore you
as did the lowly shepherds.
Come, Emmanuel!
We prepare your way, Lord Jesus Christ!
You are the Morningstar,
who guided the magi, guiding us still.
Come, Emmanuel!
We prepare your way, O Christ child,
God’s Word in our human flesh,
through the power of the Holy Spirit
God among us, forever and ever. Amen
