O great mystery
and wonderful sacrament
that even the animals saw the new-born Lord
lying in a manger.

We saw the new-born, and a chorus of angels
Praising the Lord. Alleluia.

Whom did you see, shepherds, say,
Tell us, who appeared?

We saw the new-born, and choruses of angels
Praising the Lord.

Alleluia.

...to one and all here – from the rookies to you unbelievably tolerant veterans of these dozen years – tutti auguri presso questa Santa Notte: may all the grace, joy and light of what's just ahead be yours Tonight and forever.

Christus natus est pro nobis – venite adoremus... Blessed Christmas to you and yours – thanks for too much always!

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