Bring message window to front when new message received

Is there any way in Messages to have the Messages window open if closed and come to front when a new message is received? I think iChat used to do that.
The notifications only last a few seconds and can easily be missed.
Thanks.

Hi,
The Notifications can be changed between Banners (temporary) and Alerts (permanent until dealt with).
The DOCK icon should still get the red numbers to indicate waiting to view chats.
Most people don't seem to want a Messages window (As large as it is) jumping to the "Front"
In Messages itself you can set the Dock icon to Bounce and add the repeat option as well.
I know of no way to actually do what you want.
Someone might have an AppleScript option.
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