Objects: Receiving blankets for a baby.

Happy birthday, Jesus! Would you all like to sing happy birthday to Jesus? (Lead them in a chorus of Happy Birthday.) Does anyone know on what day we celebrate Jesus' birthday? (Let them answer.) That's right, on Christmas day. Of course, nobody knows when Jesus' birthday really is but that is when most of us celebrate it. I love Christmas and all of the things that it means to me. I am sure that all of you love it too. Is there anyone who does not like Christmas? (Let them answer.) I didn't think so, but I thought I would ask.

I have some very soft cloth with me today, and I wonder if you know what it is used for? (Let them answer.) Have any of you ever held a tiny baby in a cloth or blanket like this? That's good, I am glad that all of you have h…