As your family gathers round the table, both old and new,

to participate in traditions meant to celebrate you.

We come together with love and care

To thank you the blessings we came to share

Thank you for our family and friends

Who show us love that never ends

Thank you for the little ones tonight

to remind us of Christmas delight

Thank you for those who are no longer here

In our hearts, tonight we hold them near

But what I am most thankful for

Is the family that has walked through my door

To gather round this table once more.

Amen