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

Serving for December 7th, 2025`

Celebrant:The Very Rev. Thomas Rosa

Deacon: Rev. Mary Ann Rhoades

Acolyte: Jim Cecchetti

Lector : Julie Bunt

Greeter: Julie Bunt

Organist: Melanie Clements

Altar Guild: Carol Linboom

Coffee Hour :

Prayers of the People

We give thanks for those celebrating their birthdays especially Teresa Stenstrup Nelson (1) and those celebrating their anniversary.

We pray for healing especially for Fr. Tom, Fr. Tom, Fr. Richard, Steen, Diane, Miriam, Gina, Karen, Leigh, Cathy, Lawrence, Ruth, Mike, Paul, Curt, Kathleen, John H., Mary, Jim, Sandra, Maxine, Cathy, Paolo, Annalise and Norma.

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, especially for Diane.

We pray for those who are Expressing Gratitude,

We pray for those with special needs, especially for Justin, John and Eric.

We pray for all those who have died especially Margaret Gehlbach and Shirley Yentzer.

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

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Dixon Municipal Band Christmas Concert

This Saturday, December 6, the Dixon Municipal Band will be presenting their annual Christmas Concert at The Dixon Historic Theatre. The concert will start at 7 PM, admission is free and donations are accepted.

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WHEN WE CANCEL A SERVICE

Last Sunday’s service (11/30) was canceled due to inclement weather. Fr. Rosa was not sure of road conditions and in consultation with the wardens, took their advice to not attempt the drive. Thanks go to Sarah N and Linda B for communicating this information. The vestry is compiling an Action Plan to reach all those who are connected to St Luke’s. If you need to update your contact information, please call the parish office 815-288-2152.

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THE ADVENT WREATH

Symbolizing the passage of the 4 weeks of Advent, it comes from Lutheran practice and has spread to many other denomination. Each week’s candle being lit are 1) hope; 2) peace: 3) joy: and 4) love not necessarily in this order. Candles are changes to white for the arrival of Christmastide.

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HANDCHIMES CHOIR PRESENTATION.

Preparations and practices are being done for the newly formed group to celebrate Gaudate Sunday Dec. 14 during the 10:30AM Eucharist. The church’s calendar marks the 3rd Sunday of Advent, the midpoint of the season of preparation, with more anticipation, excitement, and Rejoicing before Christmastide.

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MUSIC INSTRUMENTS ASSOCIATED WITH WORSHIP

The human voice is the first and foremost instrument to praise God. But instruments have a long history of accompanying it. Chanting is an ancient format which later became more metered and rhythmic. Familiar popular tunes with biblical and religious texts, as well as original composition enriched worship by having hymns sung by the choir and congregation. Keyboard and string instruments, and percussion were amplified by brass and woodwinds. It all is to “make a joyful noise unto the Lord. (Psalm 100)

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CHRISTMAS AT ST. PETER'S

St. Peter's Historic Church, Grand Detour, will host its annual "Christmas at St. Peter's" on Sunday, December 14, at 4pm. This candle-lit service is a great way to warm up your Christmas spirit--come, and bring your friends.

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FESTIVAL OF LESSONS AND CAROLS DEC. 21 …5:00PM

It is a service of Christian worship traditionally celebrated on or near Christmas Eve in Anglican/Episcopal churches. The story of the fall of humanity, the promise of the Messiah, and the birth of Jesus is told in nine short Bible readings or lessons from Genesis, the prophetic books and the Gospels, interspersed with the singing of Christmas carol, hymns and choir anthems. A large choir of professional singers and musicians will present this concert.

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JUGGLING TWO THINGS AT ONCE—ARE YOU ABLE?

As we approach Christmas, we are involved in two seasonal events.

1)A huge Winter Festival marking the ending of the year with shopping, gift giving, decorations, etc. and 2) Advent the church’s 4 weeks of preparations to Christ Jesus’ Nativity. Trying to keep the two in balance and enjoy both is challenging. Come to St. Luke’s for strength and renewal spiritually each week through singing, hearing the Word and praying for so many of our needs in this country and the world.

Buddy Bags

Thank you for all the bags and keep bringing them.We need food items and they can be placed in the tote in the back of the church or the tote in the undercroft. Monetary donations are greatly appreciated also.