One December, Bright And Clear
One December bright and clear, early in the morning
Mary pressed her new born near, kissed him so adoring
Angels sing and shepherds shout! All good creatures turn about!
Ring the bells of joy, ev'ry chime employ
Make them sing til they bring heavens wond'rous glory
Tell the Christmas story!
That December day at noon, from a steaming kettle
Mary bathed her tiny boy, in the creche to settle
Doves that coo and lambs that bleat, come and see the Mercy Seat
Ring the bells of peace, Let the sounds increase
Make them soar, 'til they pour heaven's hope and glory
Spread the Christmas Story!
As that Winter's eve drew nigh, in the stable lowly
Mary laid her head to rest, on the Baby holy
People far and people near, rest your sorrows, take good cheer
Ring the gladsome bells, Blessed tidings tell
For He brings, in His wings heaven's healing glory
Sing the Christmas story!