There Were Shepherds

Verse 1

There were shepherds abiding in the field, Keeping watch over their flock by night,

Verse 2

And lo, the angel of the Lord came upon them, And the glory of the Lord shone round about them, And they were sore afraid.

Verse 3

And the angel said unto them, Fear not; For behold, I bring you good tidings Of great joy, which shall be to all people.

Verse 4

For unto you is born this day, in the city of David, A Saviour, who is Christ the Lord.

Verse 5

And suddenly there was with the angel, A multitude of the heavenly host, praising God, and saying:

Verse 6

Glory to God in the highest, And on earth peace, good will to men.