The Star of Bethlehem, composed by Sally DeFord, performed by James Loynes. The sheet music and free mp3 download of this song are available at the composer's website, www.defordmusic.com.
It is only fitting that we-like the Wise Men, shepherds, and angels-take time to rejoice and celebrate that glorious first Christmas Day.
"...Why did I walk through crowds of fellow-beings with my eyes turned down, and never raise them to that blessed Star which led the Wise Men to a poor abode? Were there no poor homes to which its light would have conducted me?"
From "A Christmas Carol" by Charles Dickens, Stave One.
"I pray that during this season and always, we will see the purity of the story of the Savior's birth and feel sincere gratitude for His life, teachings, and saving sacrifice for us. May this gratitude cause us to renew our determination to follow Him. May it also lead us to draw closer to our family, our church, and our fellowmen. And may we look steadfastly forward to that blessed day when the resurrected Christ will walk the earth again as our Lord, our King, and our blessed Savior".
Dieter F Uchtdorf, 2nd counselor in the First Presidency of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints.