Christmas Messages for Friends and Family

The festive season is upon us, and as the air fills with joy and anticipation, it’s time to connect with our loved ones in special ways. Christmas cards offer a delightful opportunity to express our heartfelt sentiments and extend warm wishes to our friends and family members. 

Crafting the perfect message, however, can be a challenge. Whether you’re looking to convey love, gratitude, or simply share in the joy of the season, this guide will provide you with the right amount of inspiration and ideas to help you write a soul-touching Christmas card for your beloved family. 

So grab your pen and let’s get started on creating memories that will be treasured for years to come.

Our Top Picks

  1. May this Christmas fill our hearts with joy and our home with warmth and laughter. Love you all!

  2. Let the spirit of love gently fill our hearts and homes. Wishing my family a joyous Christmas.

  3. The warmth and comfort that comes with this season remind me of you all. Merry Christmas to the best family!

  4. With all my love and blessings for a beautiful Christmas and a Happy New Year.

  5. Merry Christmas! May God’s grace be with you and guide you in every step.

  6. Even though we’re apart this year, the memories of Christmases past bring me near to you.

  7. Christmas brings family and friends together. Enjoy your time and the comfort of home. Merry Christmas!

  8. May the holiday season bring you countless blessings and endless cheer.

  9. We may not be together this Christmas, but you’re always in my heart. Love you!

  10. To a joyful present and a well-remembered past. Merry Christmas to the best family anyone could ask for!

  11. Christmas is all about family, love, and happiness. So grateful for you all!

  12. May your Christmas be filled with sharing, loving, and thanking God for all his blessings.

  13. May the peace and joy of Christmas live in your heart all year long.

  14. I’m so grateful for the love and joy you bring into my life every day. Merry Christmas!

  15. May your Christmas sparkle with moments of love, laughter, and goodwill.

  16. Family is the greatest gift of all. Merry Christmas to my wonderful family!

  17. Keep your faith and kindness this Christmas. I wish you good health and prosperity.

  18. Wishing you the most memorable and joyful Christmas season.

  19. Sending thoughts of peace, joy, and love your way this Christmas.

  20. May the lights of Christmas be your guide and the Christmas carols fill you with cheer.

  21. With love from the bottom of my heart, I wish you a Merry Christmas and a wonderful New Year.

  22. Let the spirit of Christmas warm your home and fill your heart with joy and laughter.

  23. You make the stars shine brighter and the winter days warmer just by being in my life. Merry Christmas!

  24. May your Christmas be blessed with peace and joy.

  25. Merry Christmas to my incredible family! Your love makes every day feel like Christmas.

Funny Christmas Card Messages for Friends and Family

  1. Merry Christmas! Just remember: The calories in your holiday treats do count!

  2. I put so much thought into your gift that it’s now too late to get it. Merry Christmas anyway!

  3. May your Christmas be fun and may you laugh out loud a lot!

  4. Merry Christmas, family! Don’t forget: We’re all in this (being related) together!

  5. I hope Santa leaves you coal. You deserve it!

  6. Santa told me you’ve been very good this year. I told him it was just lack of opportunity. Merry Christmas!

  7. Remember: Christmas is not about presents. It’s about family…and decoration…and really good food.

  8. Deck the halls with stress and panic…it’s Christmas again!

  9. Merry Christmas! I got you a gift, but then I thought, ‘Who wants to be on the naughty list?’

  10. What I love most about Christmas is that your family helps you with the dishes. Just kidding! Merry Christmas!

  11. Yippee! Another day again to pretend like we are the perfect happy family. Merry Christmas!

  12. May your eggnog be spiked with plenty of rum to get you through the festive season. Merry Christmas!

  13. I hope your Christmas is as warm as a gingerbread latte and as spicy as mulled wine.

  14. You don’t need Santa to find out who’s naughty or nice in our family. We all know who’s who!

  15. I haven’t decked my halls yet. I’ve been too busy decking family members. Merry Christmas!

  16. Hope your Christmas is like a well-made fruitcake, full of holiday spirit (and a little bit of rum).

  17. Christmas is Claus for celebration! Enjoy every sip of Christmas punch, every cookie shaped like a tree!

  18. May you feel all the love and joy throughout the day and all year round. Or at least through the Christmas dinner!

  19. Christmas tip: Save money this year by sending cards only to those who owe you money!

  20. Merry Christmas! If you think that Santa is not real, remember, New Year’s resolutions aren’t real either.

  21. Do give books – religious or otherwise – for Christmas. They’re never fattening!

  22. Remember the reason for the season. Gifts, food, and a jolly fat man who delivers presents!

  23. I’d say all I want for Christmas is YOU, but I really would enjoy a new credit card as well!

  24. I hope you love the presents I have for you, and I can’t wait to see the smile on your face.

  25. This Christmas, may your family be functional and all your batteries be included. Merry Christmas!

Short Christmas Messages for Friends and Family

  1. Merry and bright wishes to my family!

  2. Joy, peace, and love unto you all this Christmas.

  3. Wishing you a Christmas filled with love and good cheer.

  4. Have a holly, jolly Christmas, my dear family!

  5. May your Christmas be merry as a song.

  6. Yuletide greetings to my lovely family!

  7. Merry everything and a happy always.

  8. Tidings of joy to you and yours!

  9. Feeling blessed to have you as my family.

  10. Santa’s coming! Have a magical Christmas!

  11. Warmest thoughts for a wonderful Christmas.

  12. Let the magic of Christmas bring you joy!

  13. All hearts come home for Christmas.

  14. Love, joy, and peace are the ingredients for a wonderful Christmas.

  15. May the blessings of Christmas be with you.

  16. Celebrate the wonder and the joy of this festive season.

  17. Peace and love to you this Christmas.

  18. Blessings, love, and peace to you this Christmas.

  19. Keep calm and wait for Santa!

  20. May your days be merry and bright!

  21. Peace, love, and harmony to you all!

  22. Merry Christmas to my wonderful family!

  23. Season’s greetings from our house to yours!

  24. May the Christmas spirit shine like the Christmas lights.

  25. All I want for Christmas is to spend time with my lovely family!