In the dawn of wintertime

When all the birds had fled

The mighty God in heaven high

Sent angel choirs instead

Before the light the stars grew dim

And wandering hunters heard the hymn

Welcome now, baby boy

Come, winter child

In excelsis gloria

Now the light shone clear and bright

The angels sung above

The mighty God in heaven high

Told stories of great love

Then peace came over all the earth

And man was granted second birth

Welcome now, baby boy

Come, winter child

In excelsis gloria