First Noël

So many times in my life, I think back on the days of my childhood
Now they were some very special times
But none were ever as special as the memories of Christmas
In the Smokey Mountains
Well, I could close my eyes right now
And I can still see that lil' ol' country church
Just full of neighbours, and family, and friends
I may still hear that country preacher
Talkin' about the birth of our Lord and Saviour, Jesus Christ
And I remember how I used to love all those great old Christmas songs

(Can all stand and turn to page 383)
(The song is "First Noel")

The first Noël, the angel did say
Was to certain poor shepherds in fields where they lay
In fields where they lay, they're keeping their sheep
On a cold winter's night that was so deep

Noël, Noël, Noël, Noël
Born is the King of Israel
Noël, Noël

The first Noël, the angel did say
Was to certain poor shepherds in fields as they lay
In fields where they lay, keeping their sheep
On a cold winter's night that was so deep

Noël, Noël, Noël, Noël
Born is the King of Israel

For all to see, there was a bright star
Shining in the east beyond them far
And to the earth, it gave great light
And so it continued both day and night

Noël, Noël, Noël, Noël
Born is the King of Israel
Noël, Noël, Noël, Noël
Born is the King of Israel