Holy Infant Child of heaven
Glory from above
All within my soul resounds
The beauties of Your love
Gloria
Perfect love has come
Hallelujah
Jesus God’s own Son
How my heart is fixed upon You
Hope for all mankind
Gloria redeeming love divine
(Sent from heaven’s majesty)
Gloria
Perfect love has come
(Gloria)
Hallelujah
Jesus God’s own Son
Gloria gloria
Perfect love has come
Hallelujah
(Hallelujah)
Perfect love has come
Jesus God’s own Son
Gloria
(Gloria)
Glory to God in the highest
(REPEAT)
Gloria
(Gloria)
In excelsis deo
(REPEAT)
Gloria
(Gloria)
Perfect love has come
Hallelujah
Perfect love has come
Jesus God’s own son
God’s perfect love has come
Song Meaning
This Christmas hymn celebrates the infant Jesus as God’s Son and the arrival of divine love, joining the angels’ praise.
Biblical Message
Luke 2:10–14 announces the Saviour’s birth and gives the angels’ words of glory to God.
Reflection
Let the familiar Christmas words draw attention to the person being welcomed.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the main message of “Shepherd’s Hymn”?
This Christmas hymn celebrates the infant Jesus as God’s Son and the arrival of divine love, joining the angels’ praise.
Which Bible passages connect with the song?
Luke 2:10–14 announces the Saviour’s birth and gives the angels’ words of glory to God.
When can this song be used in worship?
Christmas and nativity worship.