Stir up your power, O Lord, and with great might come among us; and, because we are sorely hindered by our sins, let your bountiful grace and mercy speedily help and deliver us; through Jesus Christ our Lord, to whom, with you and the Holy Spirit, be honor and glory now and for ever.  Amen.

Phyllis Tickle, Christmastide:  Prayers for Advent through Epiphany from The Divine Hours