Bethlehem – where the inn had no room.

Bethlehem – where Jesus was born from Mary’s womb.

Bethlehem – where “a Savior is born” the angel voice boomed.

 

Jerusalem – where the cross loomed.

Jerusalem – where Jesus laid in a borrowed tomb.

Jerusalem – where Jesus emerged from the cold cocoon.

 

Baptismal – where we become the bride of Jesus the groom.

Baptismal – where we are delivered from tomb’s dark gloom.

Baptismal – where grace is unloosed for our blessing and boon.