Author: Carol Birkland Hymnal: The New Century Hymnal #105 (1995) Meter: 7.8.8.11 Hymnal Title: The New Century Hymnal Lyrics: 1 "Gentle Joseph, Joseph dear,
stay with me, for the baby's near;
God will surely your goodness hear,
as you will love this new-born child," says Mary.
2 "Gladly Mary, Mary mine,
I will cradle the child divine;
Here will heaven and earth combine,
for you will bear God's child, O dearest Mary."
3 "Peace to all and God's good-will,"
heaven and earth with this song will fill;
Soon will God, in the evening still,
be born in Bethlehem, the child of Mary.
Topics: Advent; Biblical Names; Jesus Christ Advent; Year A Advent 4 Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25 Languages: English Tune Title: JOSEPH LIEBER, JOSEPH MEIN
Gentle Joseph, Joseph Dear