The Prime Minister has thanked churches and charities for welcoming “every one” this Christmas.Â
In his Christmas message, Sir Keir Starmer, who’s an atheist, said that the Christmas story “reminds all of us to achieve out to at least one one other. To look after each other. And to take care of those around us.”Â
He said he can be eager about the lonely this Christmas and other people hoping for peace, especially those living within the Middle East “because the birthplace of the Christmas story”.
His message is posted here in full:
This Christmas, people will likely be travelling up and down the country. Heading home, visiting relatives and family members to have fun together the hope and joy of this special season.
It’s a time to remind ourselves what’s really necessary. Family. Friendship. And fellowship between all people.
Being there for each other – in these celebrations, in addition to the tougher times.
I’d like especially to thank those that will spend their Christmas serving others this yr. In our NHS and emergency services, our Armed Forces and the churches and charities that may welcome every one this Christmas.
Because I do know that this is just not a straightforward time for everybody, and my thoughts are with all those that are lonely this Christmas. Having a tricky time, missing a loved one. You will not be alone.
Because as Christians have fun the birth of Jesus Christ, the Christmas story reminds all of us to achieve out to at least one one other. To look after each other. And to take care of those around us.
This Christmas, I will likely be hoping for peace, particularly within the Middle East because the birthplace of the Christmas story.
I’ll be looking towards a greater, brighter future for every one and celebrating the enjoyment and wonder that Christmas brings.
So, from my family to yours, I hope you might have a really merry Christmas.
