The Night Before Christmas: Missionary Edition
‘Twas the night before Christmas, when all over the world
Not a missionary was stirring, not one could be heard
The suitcases were packed by the front door with care,
In hopes that a bus soon would be there
The World Racers were nestled all snug on their sleeping pads;
While visions of home danced in their heads
I sat down with my journal and thought maybe perhaps
I could settle my brain for a long winter’s nap
I pulled out my pen and wrote down my list
But to serve in Nicaragua is what I really wished
How will I get there? There must be a way
And in that moment, I heard Santa’s sleigh
As I gasped with surprised and was turning around
Down the chimney St. Nicholas came with a bound
He didn’t fill stockings or put gifts under a tree
But simply smiled and handed a list to me
Puzzled, I looked down to read what he wrote
And you’ll never guess what was on that note
A list of people who would help fill my wish
And your name was right at the top of the list!
And laying his finger aside of his nose
And giving a nod, up the chimney he rose
He sprang to his sleigh, to his team gave a whistle
And away they all flew like the down of a thistle
But I heard him exclaim, ere he drove out of sight-
“Merry Christmas to all, and to all a good night!”
If you haven’t already heard, In January I am leaving to squad lead for three months in Nicaragua! I need to raise $5000 in the next month and here’s how you can help:
-Donate items or gift cards for a basket raffle
-Help reach out to businesses for donations
-Share with your friends and family and ask for their help
-Help plan a dinner delivery night
-Donate directly
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- Mail a check (ask for my address)
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Thank you for your support and prayers! I hope you are finding joy in simple, sweet holiday moments. Merry Christmas!
