Like crystal that gleams in the sun’s radiant beams
Or like glitter of stars in the night,
O virgin most fair, acknowledge our prayer
And guide all our lives with your light.
My love, my love, most holy maiden,
My heart cries out with longing laden,
Be with me your servant I pray
And keep me in Christ’s true way,
My light and my comfort to the end of the day.
Soprano Let us worship the child so tender and mild,
Our saviour sent down from above,
Like shepherd and king to his cradle we bring
True hearts to be kindled with love.
Alto O Christ our true and only light,
Shine on us all who live in night,
Help us and call us when we stray,
That we may find your holy way.
Tenor Come redeemer of the earth,
Manifest thy virgin birth,
Thy cradle shall glitter bright,
Darkness overcome by light.
Bass Hearts to be kindled with love,
Hearts full of love.
English: Ted Tregear
