Standing Together in Prayer - Start of the Holy Nativity Fast (Coptic Church)

“Beloved child, we have missed you, come and do not be late. O divine child, our soul thirsts for you, come and do not delay. In broad daylight and in the dark of night, come and don't be late. In the confused hearts of people, come and don't be late. In the alleys, streets and houses, come and do not be late. In monasteries, churches and parishes, come and do not be late. We are with our mother, the Virgin Mary and Saint Joseph, waiting for you. Amen” (From the Coptic Catholic’s Liturgy).