Christians all over Guyana will celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ on 25^th December. Jesus’s humble birth in a manger two thousand years ago fulfilled God's exalted promise to bring peace on earth and good will toward men.

Jesus’s glorious work in an obscure country, with a small band of disciples, such a long time ago, transformed the world and continues to change our lives every day.

Christians – through thought, word and work – exemplify Christ's message of mercy and redemption. They make Christmas a special, sacred season. Guyanese of all religions have also been inspired by the season’s spirit of charity and sense of social responsibility. We see ordinary people everywhere reaching out with compassion and generosity to help their brothers and sisters in need.

We call to mind during this season the aged, our children, the poor and other vulnerable citizens. We remember our soldiers and servicemen who will spend Christmas separated from their families away from home, on our borders and in far-flung regions. We recognize the service of our technicians, nurses and other workers who maintain our public utilities and public health services so that others could be safe and comfortable.

Christmas is a time to rejoice in Jesus Christ’s miraculous birth and his marvelous message of hope. It is also a time to rekindle the Guyanese spirit of goodwill and to be grateful for the service and sacrifice of others. We join other Guyanese to make Christmas this year a day of “good tidings of great joy.”

Happy Christmas to all!