From the darkness of the womb –
He comes!

Light of the world – yet unkindled.
Bread of life – yet unbroken.
Holy Child – yet unswaddled
Image of God – yet unseen.

O Great star! Rise to the Pinnacle of the Sky.
Draw us close to the One who loves us.
He, who is the Carpenter's Son
Lays safely in His bed.

Christ the Lord!
Desire of all nations!
Cradled in purity –
The tender presentation of God's promise.

The One yet to be pierced.
Dayspring from on High
The Beloved Son, Shiloh –
Passover Lamb.

Light of the world – a gentle spark.
Bread of Life – broken for you.
Holy Child – robe of righteousness
Image of God – word Incarnate.