Join us in Advent – Before the celebration comes the preparation
Advent is a time to ready our hearts for Jesus’s arrival. Join us as we slow down, reflect, gather together, and make space for the promise of Christ’s light.
DISCOVERY HOUR FORUMS
“Light Has Dawned: Singing the Gospel in Luke“
Sundays | 9am | Parish Hall
The first two chapters of Luke’s Gospel include four ancient hymns that echo with hope, proclaiming God’s mercy, justice, and redemption through the birth of Christ. These hymns have become the backbone of the church’s worship throughout the centuries. This Advent, discover what they might teach us about living as a people whose hope is set on Christ.
- November 30 – Zechariah’s “Benedictus”
- December 7 – Mary’s “Magnificat”
- December 14 – The Angels’ “Gloria”
- December 21 – Simeon’s “Nunc dimittis”
Advent Quiet Evening
Tuesday, December 9 | 7-8:15 pm | Chapel
Need a moment of quiet in this busy season? Join us for an Advent Quiet Evening in the Chapel. The Rev. Benjamin Straley, an Episcopal priest and former organist at the Washington National Cathedral, will lead us: “A Rose Ever Blooming: Songs and Readings of Hope and Expectation.” No need to RSVP–and bring a friend!
Advent Devotionals Delivered Daily to Your Email Inbox
Center yourself in Scripture this season with a reading and a reflection from a fellow parishioner emailed to you each day.
Festive Cookie Exchange – New this year!
Tuesday, December 9 | 4-5:30pm | AYCC
Bring 2 dozen of your favorite cookies to share, and take home a box full of sweet holiday treats
Carol Sing & Holiday Dinner
Tuesday, December 16 | 5:30pm | Church and AYCC
All are welcome for an evening of singing favorite Christmas carols in the church, followed by a catered dinner in the AYCC, including a “special visitor” who may surprise the children with a visit!
“Santa’s Little Helpers” Parents’ Morning Out
Saturday, December 20 | 10am-1pm | AYCC | Registration coming early December
Our Youth Group will host a Christmas-themed Parents Morning Out for children age 3 (and potty trained) to 5th grade. There will be games, a Christmas movie, crafts, and lunch. The cost is $40/child and $15/each additional child in the family.
Christmas Pageant
Sunday, December 21 | 12pm | Church
Join us for this annual celebration, as our children and youth re-tell the timeless story of Christ’s birth in Bethlehem. Friends and family are welcome.
Epiphany Baby Shower for Jesus
Sunday, January 4, 2026 | 10am worship | Church
Help us celebrate the wise men bringing gifts to Jesus by bringing new baby items like diapers, bottles, onesies, & swaddle blankets to a celebratory collection at 10am worship. These items will be provided to mothers at the hospital as part of the P2P Baby Basics program.
Youth Events During Advent
High School Youth Christmas Party
Sunday, December 14 | 6-7:30pm | AYCC Youth Room
Join us for treats, Christmas games, and more. Wear your Christmas PJs and bring a dozen cookies to share. All 9th-12th grade students are invited!
Middle School Youth Christmas Party
Wednesday, December 17 | 6:30-8pm | AYCC Youth Room
Join us for treats, a Christmas movie, and more. Wear your Christmas PJs and bring a dozen cookies to share. All 6th-8th grade students are invited!
Christmas Pageant (Youth Service Opportunity)
Sunday, December 21 | 11:15am-1pm | Church
Help Ms. Erika with our annual Children’s Pageant. To sign up, email Erika Caputo at [email protected] before Dec 10.
Make Your Christmas Flowers & Music Dedications
Saint Luke’s has a tradition of celebrating the Nativity of Christ with music, flowers, and altar adornments to beautify our Christmas worship. You are invited to participate in sponsoring these gifts to one another and honoring loved ones, whose names will be printed in a special insert in our Christmas Worship Bulletins. The suggested contribution is $75 per listing, and multiple listings are welcome.
Celebrate Christmas Worship
We look forward to sharing the joy and wonder of Christmas with you. Whether you attend church here regularly, are visiting for the holidays, or are simply looking to add a spiritual component to your Christmas celebrations, we invite you to worship with us. We have different service styles and times, in person and live-streamed, to choose from:
