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Christmas Eve 1968

On December 24, 1968 the crew of Apollo 8 were about to come back to earth after being the first humans to orbit the moon. As they came around the moon they caught this beautiful image of the earth rising above the horizon of the moon.

As they approached their final lunar sunrise before returning to earth, they shared a brief Christmas message. I love the message that they shared from that orbit. They quoted Genesis and the story of the creation of the earth. On this night, when we remember Christ who came to earth to save us from our sins I hope that you enjoy this little clip.

And as they ended their broadcast, so I also wish you a “Good night, good luck, a Merry Christmas, and God bless all of you – all of you on the good Earth”

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