
Author: James Montgomery, 1771-1854, alt. Hymnal: Community of Christ Sings #436 (2013) Meter: 8.7.8.7.8.7 Refrain First Line: Come and worship, come and worship Lyrics: 1 Angels, from the realms of glory,
wing your flight o'er all the earth;
you who sang creation's story,
now proclaim Messiah's birth:
Refrain:
Come and worship, come and worship,
worship Christ, the newborn King.
2 Shepherds, in the fields abiding,
watching o'er your flocks by night,
God with us is now residing,
yonder shines the infant light: [Refrain]
3 Sages, leave your contemplations,
brighter visions beam afar:
seek the great Desire of nations,
you have seen the natal star: [Refrain]
4 Saints before the altar bending,
watching long in hope and fear,
suddenly the Lord, descending,
in his temple shall appear: [Refrain] Topics: Christmas; Gathering; Invitation; Jesus Christ's Return; Temple Scripture: Matthew 2:1-2 Languages: English Tune Title: REGENT SQUARE
Angels, from the Realms of Glory