See him lying on a bed of straw
A draughty stable with an open door
Mary cradling the babe she bore
The prince of glory is his name

O now carry me to Bethlehem
To see the Lord appear to men
Just a poor as was the stable then
The prince of glory when he came

Star of silver sweep across the skies
Show where Jesus in the manger lies
Shepherds, swiftly from your stupor rise
To see the saviour of the world

Angels, sing again the song you sang
Bring God’s glory to the heart of man
Sing that Bethl’ems little baby can
Be salvation to the world

Mine are riches, from your poverty
From your innocence, eternity
Mine forgiveness by your death for me
Child of sorrow for my joy

Michael Perry