Tri-Cities religion services
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Lutheran
The choir will present "Carols and Lullabies: Christmas in the Southwest" by Conrad Susa at the 8 and 10:30 a.m. worship services Dec. 2 at Bethlehem Lutheran Church, 1145 N. Fifth Ave., St. Charles.
Based on 10 Spanish carols, the story of the journey to Bethlehem and the birth of Jesus is accompanied by harp, guitar, marimba and xylophone.
Call (630) 584-2199.
• The annual service of Lessons and Carols will be at 3 and 6:30 p.m. Dec. 8 in the sanctuary of Immanuel Lutheran Church, 950 Hart Road, Batavia.
Music for Advent and Christmas will be presented by two adult and two children's choirs, a hand bell choir and instrumentalists. Those attending are invited to participate in the singing of Advent hymns and Christmas carols.
The identical free programs are organized by music director Sharon Dalpini, who directs several choirs. An offering will be received. The public is invited.
Call (630) 879-7163.
Non-denominational
A Taize prayer service will be held at 7 p.m. Dec. 9 at the New England Congregational Church, 406 W. Galena Blvd., Aurora.
People of Protestant, Catholic and Orthodox heritages are welcome.
The service includes Scripture reading, musical mantras, silence and candle lighting.
Adriana Pickens of Naperville will be the prayer leader.
For information, or to request a free flier with a calendar and directions, call Innermission at (630) 879-3225 and leave a message.