In Luke 2:8-10 we read: "In the same region there were some shepherds staying out in the elds and keeping watch over their ock by night. And an angel of the Lord suddenly stood before them, and the glory of the Lord shone around them; and they were terribly fright- ened. But the angel said to them, "Do not be afraid; for behold, I bring you good news of great joy whi...