Kate Middleton penned an emotional Christmas letter ahead of her annual carol service this week. In the special note, a preview of which was shared to the Prince and Princess of Wales’ official Instagram page on Nov.

Before wishing the public "a very Merry Christmas," Kate revealed what her carol service is all about: "A reminder that at Christmas, and throughout the year, we must all shine for each other. Because in times of joy and sadness, we are all each other's light."

Kate Middleton, the Princess of Wales, is spreading a message of “love, kindness and forgiveness” ahead of her annual Christmas carol service at Westminster Abbey Dec. 6.