(The Nationalist, 6 December 2002)
I believe that Christmas is the celebration of the birth of Jesus Christ. Therefore, I commit myself to celebrating it in a way that is true to his life and teaching.
I will examine my motives for celebrating Christmas.
I will share in the work of preparing for Christmas.
I will not spend money to impress others.
I will not engage excessively in eating, drinking or partying, and will include alternatives to alcohol when I entertain.
I will not buy items made by workers whose wages and working conditions are unjust.
I will avoid buying gifts made by processes that pollute the environment.
I will question the source of consumer goods before I buy.
I will celebrate Christmas by sharing more of myself and my time than of my money.
I will use some of my time to visit family and friends and someone who has been forgotten.
I will spend some time in prayer this Christmas.
Signed for Christmas 2012 by me: …………………………………