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i, 3a 53 ¥ Ry S53 Mors Pen 3 2 Ned Bt th PAR rr WAU Ao RAN SIERRA ADRAENESRNS 10 -- PORT PERRY STAR -- Wed. December 23, 1981 Joyous strains of Christmas carols fill the December air What could sound sweeter than a chorus of voices singing hymns in perfect harmony? That same chorus of voices singing Christmas carols from a church choir or a snow-covered street comer. The heavenly strains of carols awaken ears to the simple beauty of the Christmas celebra- tion and, in no time at all, invite all within earshot to join in and sing. The word, carol, derives from the Greek and Latin words far "*chorus." It was used in the middle ages to describe a ring dance or song, which was gen- erally sung among a group of persons, either seated or stand- ing in a circle. At some later time in history, the word be- came synonomous with Christ- mas and songs of wonder. Different from hymns The Christmas carol--quite different from the traditional church hymn, which was al- ways sung in Latin--originated as the song of the Nativity, sung in the vernacular and under- stood by all. While many of the present- day Christmas customs origin- ated with ancient cultures' forms of worship, it was not until the second half of the 19th century that Christmas carols met with general acceptance in both Europe and North Ameri- ca. When, in 1868, Bishop Phil- lip Brooks was rector of the Church of the Holy Trinity in Philadelphia, he was asked by his Sunday school pupils to compose a Christmas hymn. It has since become the earliest popular carol composed by an American: O litle town of Bethlehem, How still we see thee lie! Above thy deep and dreamless sleep The silent stars go by; Yet in thy dark sky shineth The everlasting light; The hopes and fears of all the For Christ is born of Mary: And, gathered all above, While mortals sleep, the angels keep Their watch of wond' ring love. O morning stars, together Proclaim the holy birth! And praises sing to God, the years King, Are met in thee tonight. And peace to men on earth. "OH,COME, ALL YE FAITHFUL. . ." The joyous strains of "Christmas carols canbe heard in churches or on street corners during the holiday season. While it is said that St. Francis of Assisi was the first to sing Christmas carols in the 13th century, carolling did not become popular until the mid-19th century in England. Here, choir boys at Winchester Cathedral. Cour- tesy of the British Tourist Authority. O1 fOr (> ) of 4 h l N | MN A warmest wishes paz PEARSE JEWELLERY LTD. Jim & Cheryl Pearse and Staff Santa Dear Santa I would like a radeo. I would like a top. My sisdr would like a dog. My mom would like a brasid wet saismom. my dad would like a anow watch. How is your wife. how are your reindeers. your friend Jackie Strong - CCPS Dear Santa Ino that you are vary bizy but if you have a minit will you please geve my buthers and sister and I cant frget a present my mom and bad. The ony brevint is if my no family is hape. amily 1s hape your friend Bryce Green - CCPS Dear Santa i wood like a AFX racing track and a clook and how is the reindeer and Miss Santa. Your friend Glenn Legge - CCPS Dear Santa I would like monopaly for Christmas. My sister would - like a coloring book. My mom would like some wine glassus. My father would like a swatr. your friend Taylor Statten CCPS AN"EMIEL'S PLACE" GIFT CERTIFICATE MAY BE THE IDEAL PRESENT YOU ARE LOOKING FOR!! 985-2066 M erri bik we sing a song of Christmas : J hope its love ., will add a ... toyour 'elebration. A joyous, old fashioned Noel to you! You're delightful to deal with the whole year long. Manager & Staff ROYAL BANK [1 he glow _ of our be with you. Merry Christmas, and thanks. / Wishing you Christmas lights SMITH - i Happy Holidays as the world! Thanks all. SUTHERLAND Barristers & Solicitors It's inthe air ... the scent of pine ... the feeling of love and warmth. May the spirit and joyous traditions of Christmas embrace you and yours. We extend our most sincere thanks to Port Perry Merchants and their customers for their loyal support and send best wishes to all SCUGOG CHAMBER OF COMMERCE for the year ahead.