People in towns and villages for miles around and all the shepherds in the fields covered their eyes to shield them from the blinding rays. When they looked up, the sky was filled with singing angels and praising the glory of the Lord. One voice could be heard above all the others.

“Fear not,” said an angel of the Lord, “for I bring tidings of great joy! For unto you is born this day in the city of David, a saviour, who is Christ, the Lord, and this will be the sign. You will find the babe wrapped in swaddling clothes and lying in a manger.” 

Then the voices of the angels rang out like bells “Glory to God in the highest, peace on earth and goodwill toward men!” The hearts of the people were filled with gladness.