[Verse 1]
The angel Gabriel from heaven came
His wings as drifted snow, his eyes as flame
All hail, said he, thou lowly maiden Mary!
Most highly favoured Lady
Gloria!

[Verse 2]
For known a blessed mother thou shalt be
All generations laud and honour thee
Thy son shall be Emmanuel by seers foretold
Most highly favoured Lady
Gloria!

[Verse 3]
Then gentle Mary meekly bowed her head
“To me be as it pleaseth God,” she said
“My soul shall laud and magnify his holy Name.”
Most highly favoured Lady
Gloria!

[Verse 4]
Of her, Emmanuel, the Christ, was born
In Bethlehem, all on a Christmas morn
And holy men throughout the world will ever say
Most highly favoured Lady
Gloria!