CHRISTMAS AT BETHLEHEM GULCH
CHRISTMAS AT BETHLEHEM GULCH
(REFRAIN) Welcome, welcome, howdy one and all;
Welcome, welcome, come right in you’ll have a ball.
Welcome, welcome, you’ll find that Christmas touch,
Come right on in and join the fun;
It’s Christmas at Bethlehem Gulch.
(VERSE 1)
Christmas bells a ringin’,
All the folks are singin’,
Joy He is a bringin’,
Jesus Christ is born, on this Christmas morn. (REFRAIN)
(VERSE 2)
Desert wind a blowin’,
Stars, they are a glowin’,
Hearts, they are a knowin’
Jesus Christ is born, on this Christmas morn. (REFRAIN)
(BRIDGE)
Home, home on the gulch,
Where the sheep and the shepherds all stay;
Where seldom is heard a discouraging word;
And the skies are not cloudy all day. (REFRAIN)
Welcome, welcome, howdy one and all;
Welcome, welcome, come right in you’ll have a ball.
Welcome, welcome, you’ll find that Christmas touch,
Come right on in and join the fun;
It’s Christmas at Bethlehem Gulch.
Welcome, welcome, howdy one and all;
Welcome, welcome, come right in you’ll have a ball.
Welcome, welcome, you’ll find that Christmas touch,
Come right on in and join the fun;
It’s Christmas at Bethlehem Gulch.
Come right on in and join the fun,
FOR JESUS OUR SAVIOR IS BORN.
It’s Christmas time out on the range
Yippi-ki-yo-ki-yay! Yee-haw!
CHRISTMAS OUT UNDER THE STARS
(REFRAIN) It’s Christmas out under the stars;
We feel the joy down deep inside;
His love is in our hearts;
So bring on all the vittles; it’s time we all should start
To celebrate this special day, It’s Christmas out under the stars.
Head ‘em up and move ‘em out, Hip hooray, let’s give a shout,
Sing for joy there is no doubt, What a happy day.
Clap your hands and do-si-do; Jesus we all love you so,
You are fine and we all know, You’ve come to show the way,
You’ve come to show the way.
(REFRAIN)
Yippy ki yi yay, Yippy ki yi yay, Yippy ki yi yo ki yay.
Yippy ki yi yay, Yippy ki yi yay, Yippy ki yi yo ki yay.
Away in a manger, no crib for a bed,
Yippy ki yi yay, Yippy ki yi yay, Yippy ki yi yo ki yay.
The little Lord Jesus laid dow n his sweet head.
Yippy ki yi yay, Yippy ki yi yay, Yippy ki yi yo ki yay.
The stars in the sky looked down where he lay
Yippy ki yi yay, Yippy ki yi yay, Yippy ki yi yo ki yay.
The little Lord Jesus asleep on the hay.
Yippy ki yi yay, Yippy ki yi yay, Yippy ki yi yo ki yay.
It’s Christmas out under the stars;
We feel the joy down deep inside;
His love is in our hearts;
So bring on all the vittles; it’s time we all should start
To celebrate this special day, It’s Christmas out under the stars.
It’s Christmas out under the stars;
We feel the joy down deep inside;
His love is in our hearts;
So bring on all the vittles; it’s time we all should start
To celebrate this special day, It’s Christmas out under the stars.
It’s Christmas out under the stars.
A STORY OF SHEPHERDS
(verse 1)
While shepherds watched While shepherds watched
their flocks by night, their flocks by night,
all seated on the ground. on the ground.
An angel of An angel of
the Lord came down, the Lord came down,
and glory shone around, shone around.
(refrain)
A story of the shepherds way out on the plain,
Way out in the desert, keepin’ watch night and day
A story of the shepherds and angels on high
A miracle happened on that Christmas night .
(verse 2)
“Fear not,” he said “Fear not,” he said
for mighty dread for mighty dread
had seized their troubled mind. troubled mind.
Glad tidings of Glad tidings of
great joy I bring great joy I bring
to you and all mankind all mankind
(refrain)
(verse 3)
To you, in David’s town this day is born of David’s line
A Savior, who is Christ the Lord, and this shall be a sign;
and this shall be a sign.
(refrain)
A story of the shepherds way out on the plain,
Way out in the desert, keepin’ watch night and day
A story of the shepherds and angels on high
A miracle happened on that Christmas night.
A miracle happened on that Christmas night.
BETHLEHEM SHEPHERDS
(refrain)
Bethlehem shepherds (shepherds)
Here we are on the range, watching o’er all our flocks by night.
Ooo, Bethlehem shepherds (shepherds)
Sittin’ back singin’ songs, yodel lay, yodel oodle eye.
Ooo, abidin’ in the fields, we’re sittin’ mighty still,
On this prarie hill, praisin’ God for the starry night.
(verse 1) (Shepherds 1 & 2)
People think we are lonely
out here where the tumbleweeds roll.
But we have peace from God in our hearts
no matter where we roam. (refrain)
(verse 2) (Shepherds 1 & 2)
We don’t live very swanky;
don’t wear fancy city-folk duds;
But God still loves us just as we are;
His light shines down on us. (refrain)
(verse 3) (Shepherds 1 & 2)
We live out in the desert
Tending to our sheep wooly white;
But we are really never alone;
God’s with us day and night.
(refrain)
Bethlehem shepherds (shepherds)
Here we are on the range, watching o’er all our flocks by night.
Ooo, Bethlehem shepherds (shepherds)
Sittin’ back singin’ songs, yodel lay, yodel oodle eye.
Ooo, abidin’ in the fields, we’re sittin’ mighty still,
On this prarie hill, praisin’ God for the starry night.
(4 times) yodel lay dee hoo yodel lay dee hoo
(#5) yodel lay dee ay dee hoo, yodel lay dee lay dee hoo. (refrain)
(coda) abidin’ in the fields, we’re sittin’ mighty still,
On this prarie hill, praisin’ God for the starry night.
yodel aye, yodel aye dee hoo. Praise God!
BAA BAA BETTER BELIEVE
Baa Baa Baa Baa Baa Baa Baa. Baa Baa Baa Baa Baa
Baa Baa Baa Baa Baa B aa Baa. Baa Baa Baa Baa Baa
(verse 1)(Sheep 1 & 3)
We are sheep, the shepherds keep, way out near Bethlehem.
They’re asleep, shh! not a peep, They’re sleeping like a lamb.
(Sheep 2 & 4)
Awake are we, we’re not asleep, a miracle’s at hand.
A child, you see, has come to be, a savior for all man.
(REFRAIN) (CHOIR)
Baa Baa better believe, a miracle’s about to happen.
Baa Baa better believe, In Baa Baa Bethlehem;
Baa Baa better believe, a miracle’s about to happen.
A Baa Baa baby is born, It’s Jesus, He’s the Lamb.
We believe He’s the best, He’s the promised one foretold.
We believe He can change the world… forever
He’s the Savior of the young and old.
Baa Baa better believe, a miracle’s about to happen.
A Baa Baa baby is born, It’s Jesus, He’s the Lamb.
Baa Baa Baa Baa Baa Baa Baa. Baa Baa Baa Baa Baa
Baa Baa Baa Baa Baa Baa Baa. Baa Baa Baa Baa Baa
(verse 1)(Sheep 1 & 3)
We believe that He’s the Lord, The Savior of all man
We believe He’s come to earth to share His mighty plan.
(Sheep 2 & 4)
And He’s the bright and morning star, We answer to His call.
Yes’ Jesus Christ is born this night to bring His light to all.
(REFRAIN)
(coda) A Baa Baa baby is born, It’s Jesus, He’s the Lamb.
Baa Baa Baa Baa Baa Baa Baa Baa Baa . Shh! Baaaah!
THIS IS THE DAY OF OUR SAVIOR’S BIRTH
(Angels 1 & 2)
Do not be afraid I bring good news today;
I bring good news of joy to all the people.
In David’s town today a stable filled with hay,
Received the Child, the King of kings,
The Lord of lords, His love He brings.
(CHOIR) (refrain 1)
||: Glory, glory to God in the highest,
Glory, glory and peace on earth;
Glory, glory to God in the highest,
This is the day of our Savior’s birth. :|| (repeat)
This will be a sign a baby you will find;
All wrapped in cloth and lying in a manger.
So join with us in praise this is a blessed day,
This is a joyous Christmas morn,
We must give thanks, for Christ is born.
(CHOIR) (refrain 2)
||: Glo—-ry in the high… the highest,
Glo—-ry, and peace on earth;
Glo—-ry in the high… the highest,
This is the day of our Savior’s birth. :|| (repeat)
Glo—- —– —–ria, in excelsis Deo
Glo—- —– —–ria, in excelsis De – - o.
(refrain 1) and (refrain 2)
(refrain 1) and (refrain 2)
(coda) This is the day of our Savior’s birth.
GENTLE SHEPHERD
(Solo) Gentle shepherd (Miss Diane) Gentle shepherd.
Come and lead us Come and lead us
For we need You For we need You
To help us find our way.
(Solo) ||:Gentle shepherd (Miss Diane) Gentle shepherd.
Come and lead us Come and lead us
For we need For we need
Your strength from day to day.
(Solo and Miss Diane) (1X Choir sings – “ooo” / 2X choir joins soloist)
There’s no other we can turn to.
Who can help us face another day. :|| (repeat)
(Choir) Gentle shepherd (Miss Diane) Gentle shepherd.
Come and lead us Come and lead us
For we need You For we need You
To help us find our way.
(Solo) Savior, like a shepherd lead us;
Much we need Thy tender care.
In Thy pleasant pastures feed us;
For our use Thy folds prepare.
(Choir) Blessed Jesus, blessed Jesus,
Thou hast bought us; Thine we are.
Blessed Jesus, blessed Jesus,
Thou hast bought us; Thine we are.
We are Thine; do Thou befriend us; Be the Guardian of our way,
Keep Thy flock; from sin defend us; Seek us when we go astray.
Blessed Jesus, blessed Jesus,
Thou hast bought us; Thine we are.
Blessed Jesus, blessed Jesus,
Thou hast bought us; Thine we are.
(Choir) Gentle shepherd (Miss Diane) Gentle shepherd.
Come and lead us Come and lead us
For we need You For we need You
To help us find our way_______.
(Miss Diane) Savior, like a shepherd lead us
WE JUST MET THE KING
We just met the King, We just met the King,
We just met the King of glory.
We just met the King, We want to shout and sing,
Praise the Lord for everything.
We just met a miracle, We just met the King.
Never thought that we would be the ones to meet the Lord;
Loves us just the way we are, He fills our hearts with joy.
We just met the King, We just met the King,
We just met the King of glory.
We just met the King, We want to shout and sing,
Praise the Lord for everything.
We just met a miracle, We just met the King.
Jesus lives inside our hearts, and He will always stay;
There to love us, help us too; He’s there to show the way.
We just met the King, We just met the King,
We just met the King of glory.
We just met the King, We want to shout and sing,
Praise the Lord for everything.
We just met a miracle, We just met the King.
We just met the King of kings, We just met the Lord.
We just met the King of kings, We just met the Lord.
The One that we adore, Our Savior, He is born,
The One that we adore, Our Savior, He is born,
Our Savior, He is born.
We just met the King, We just met the King,
We just met the King of glory.
We just met the King, We want to shout and sing,
Praise the Lord for everything.
We just met a miracle, We just met the King.
We want to shout and sing,
Praise the Lord for everything.
We just met a miracle, We just met the King.
We__ just___ met the___ King______. (We just met Him,)
We just met the King!
CHRISTMAS AT BETHLEHEM GULCH (FINALE)
Come Thou long-expected Jesus, Born to set the captives free.
From our fears and sins release us; Let us find our rest in Thee.
Israel’s strength and consolation, Hope of al the earth Thou art;
Dear Desire of every nation, Joy of every longing heart.
Hallelujah! What a Savior! Hallelujah! What a Friend!
Saving, helping, keeping, loving, He is with me to the end.
Go, tell it on the mountain; Over the hills and everywhere;
Go, tell it on the mountain that Jesus Christ is born!
He is born! He is born!
While shepherds kept their watching o’er silent flocks by night.
Behold throughout the heavens there shown a holy light.
Holy light, Holy light
Go, tell it on the mountain; Over the hills and everywhere;
Go, tell it on the mountain that Jesus Christ is born!
He is born! He is born!
The shepherds feared and trembled when lo! above the earth
Rang out the angel chorus that hailed the Savior’s birth.
Holy birth, Holy birth.
Go, tell it on the mountain; (Go, tell it!)
Over the hills and everywhere; (Go, tell it!)
Go, tell it on the mountain (On the mountain!)
That Jesus Christ is born! (He is born!)
He is born! (He is born!) He is born!
Welcome, welcome, howdy one and all;
Welcome, welcome, come right in you’ll have a ball.
Welcome, welcome, you’ll find that Christmas touch,
Come right on in and join the fun;
It’s Christmas at Bethlehem Gulch.
Come right on in and join the fun; For Jesus, our Savior is born!
It’s Christmas time out on the range! Yippy ki yi ki yay, Yee-haw!!
CHRISTMAS AT BETHLEHEM GULCH (CURTAIN CALL)
Welcome, welcome, howdy one and all;
Welcome, welcome, come right in you’ll have a ball.
Welcome, welcome, you’ll find that Christmas touch,
Come right on in and join the fun;
It’s Christmas at Bethlehem Gulch.
Come right on in and join the fun; For Jesus, our Savior is born!
It’s Christmas time out on the range! Yippy ki yi ki yay,Yee Haw!!
