Shepherds Scene

Tune: Sussex Carol

('On Christmas night all Christians sing')

Luke 2 v.8 - 14

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In Judah shepherds did abide

Over their sheep they did preside

In Judah shepherds did abide

Over their sheep they did preside

Keeping watch o'er their flock by night

Sheep ever stay within their sight

 

And, lo, the angel of the Lord

Came unto them with joyful word

And, lo, the angel of the Lord

Came unto them with joyful word

Glory of the Lord shone around

Them that night, and praises resound

 

The angel said to them, Fear not

I bring news of happy lot

The angel said to them, Fear not

I bring news of happy lot

Behold, good tidings of great joy

That only sin can mar or cloy

 

This news be unto all people

To you is born this day, to all

This news be unto all people

To you is born this day, to all

In David's city a Saviour

In Bethlehem, in manger there

 

His name is Christ the Lord for e'er

His rule and reign it does end ne'er

His name is Christ the Lord for e'er

His rule and reign it does end ne'er

And this to you shall be a sign

You shall find Him wrapped in cloths fine

 

And suddenly with the angel

A multitude, a host did tell

And suddenly with the angel

A multitude, a host did tell

Praising, Glory to God highest

Peace, good will toward men, they blessed