TIDINGS OF GREAT JOY – from the A Cappella Christmas Cantata

LYRICS

Shepherds in the field near by
watching o’er their flocks by night
Lo, the angel of the Lord appeared before them
“Fear not, I bring you news of great great joy!
Lo, born for you this day is Christ the Lord.”

Suddenly, up above, breaking forth, praising God –
“Glory to God, all glory to God in the highest!”
Glory to God, tidings of joy.
Peace on the earth, good will to all.
Glory to God, tidings of joy.
Peace on the earth, tidings of great joy!
Joy unto you is born this day the long awaited Saviour.
Joy unto you is born this day, our prophesied Messiah.
Hope of the world, our Prince of Peace, Christ our Redeemer.
Tidings of Joy!
Glory to God, tidings of Joy.
Go find the manger and worship the Baby.
Tidings of Great joy!

Luke 2:8-18