Welcome to St. Luke's

221 W. 3rd Street, Dixon, IL 61021

815-288-2151

Email: stlukedixon@comcast.net

Web Site: stlukesdixon.org

Facebook: St.Luke'sChurch--Dixon, IL

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Serving for October 25, 2026

Celebrant:The Very Rev. Thomas Rosa

Acolyte: Julie Bunt

Lector: Kelly Flanagan

Greeters: Flanagan's

Organist: Melanie Clements

Altar Guild:25th-31st-Mary Paliga

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Prayers of the People

We give thanks for those celebrating their birthdays especially Eris Lightner (27) and

Debbie Beilke (31) and those celebrating their anniversaries especially Andy & Sarah McFarlane (25),

Kelly M. & Kelly S. Flanagan (27) and Gary & Deb Davey (27).

We pray for healing especially for Fr. Tom, Michael, Chance, Ruth, John, Cathy, Maxine, Margie, Julie, Dani, David, Tyler, Kim, Kathryn and Samuel.

We pray for the Homebound, especially Richard Nobis.

We pray for those who are traveling, especially,

We pray for the Guidance of the Holy Spirit,

We pray for those who are Expressing Gratitude,

We pray for those with special needs, especially for

We pray for the safety of ALL serving in the military, especially Christopher and Jason

We pray for all those who have died especially Stephen Flemming.

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WORLD RELIGION CLASS OCTOBER 29

This Thursday at 7:00PM, the world Religions class will met in the undercroft hall to discuss Shinto, the native spiritual traditions of Japan. Use the Peoria Avenue entrance.

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DID YOU MISS IT?

Our celebrations of St. Luke’s Feast Day last Sunday 10/18

was wonderful. There 32 in attendance at the Eucharist

many of whom stayed for the generous brunch. Evensong with

the 20 voice Canterbury Choir attracted 60 plus in attendance.

The music was glorious as was the handchimes prelude in the morning.

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ALL SAINTS/ALL SOULS DAY ON SUNDAY NOV.1

Once again we are celebrating something special. This holy day

is one of the primary days to do baptisms and renew our own vows.

The Eucharist at 10:30 will be a Solemn High Mass with procession.

there will be an addition to the vows authorized byBishop Paula.

You’ll hear more about this at the eucharist this Sunday. Go to

episcopalchicago.org and find an article in the newsletter archive for

September 23 with more information.

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DIOCESAN CONVENTION 2026

This year the convention again is split between a Zoom meeting on

Tuesday 11/10 and an in-person session at the Cliffbreakers in Rockford Saturday 11/14. Our delegates are Linda B., senior warden, Mary P.,website editor, Jeffery C., acolyte, and Vickie S., hospitality. as well as Fr. Rosa and Deacon Mary Ann. Thank them for representing the parish and the time commitment as well. Good news is that the budget for 2027 Diocese has some funding of new ministries and staff based upon results of the strategic planning process

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SEASON OF STEWARDSHIP

As we approach Thanksgiving Day, the church traditionally begins to gather pledges and estimates of financial support of next year. You will receive information from the Wardens, Vestry and clergy of St Luke’s to guide and inspire as you consider your stewardship of Time, Talent and Treasure. Ingathering of cards will be the Sunday before Thanksgiving, Nov. 22.

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Advent Sunday

Advent Sunday in 2026 falls on November 29th, marking the beginning of the Advent season, which lasts until December 24th. This period is observed as a time of preparation for Christmas. Mark your calendar for the Annual Lessons and Carols Service on Dec.20 at 5:00 Pm.

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Buddy Bags

Anyone can come and help Monday, all are welcome to attend our membership meetings the first Tuesday every month at 6 pm at Immanuel Luthern Church on Rt. 38. Buddy Bags is looking for new members, if you are interested come to the membership meetings to find out more information. We are collecting plasic bags for the Wednesday packings and there will be totes upstairs and down in the undercroft. This past week we had 311 bags and it's only the begining of the school year. If you have any questions, please contact Deacon Mary Ann. Thank you for your support of the Buddy Bag program.