The choir of Liverpool Metropolitan Cathedral sing Hector Berlioz's beautiful The Shepherd's Farewell during a service of Midnight Mass. <br /> <br />Thou must leave thy lowly dwelling, <br />The humble crib, the stable bare. <br />Babe, all mortal babes excelling, <br />Content our earthly lot to share. <br />Loving father, Loving mother, <br />Shelter thee with tender care! <br /> <br />Blessed Jesus, we implore thee <br />With humble love and holy fear. <br />In the land that lies before thee, <br />Forget not us who linger here! <br />May the shepherd's lowly calling, <br />Ever to thy heart be dear! <br /> <br />Blest are ye beyond all measure, <br />Thou happy father, mother mild! <br />Guard ye well your heav'nly treasure, <br />The Prince of Peace, The Holy Child! <br />God go with you, God protect you, <br />Guide you safely through the wild!
