Welcome to Nativity!
Worship Times:
Saturday at 5:30 pm
Sunday at 9:00 am and 10:30 am
3312 Silver Lake Rd.. Saint Anthony, MN 55418
churchoffice@nativitychurch.org | 612-781-2766
Latest Sermons
Join Nativity in the VillageFest Parade!
Friday, August 1st | 5:30-8:30 pm Join us for a famously fun time at this year’s St. Anthony VillageFest...“Jesus as a Somatic Healer” Workshop
Sunday, July 20, 11:45 am Jesus did not say “This is my abstract theological concept given to you” but...“Paul’s Greatest Hits” Summer Sermon Series
June 14 – August 3 This summer we’ll explore some of the most popular writings of the Apostle Paul....Get Ready for the Neighborhood Extravaganza!
July 9, 5:30-7:30 pm | Windom Park 2251 Hayes St. NE, Minneapolis, MN 55418 We’re gearing up for hosting...Nativity’s Building Belonging Campaign: Summer Update
Nativity’s building is a tool for spiritual growth and numerical growth. When worship guests are asked what they are...Support Nativity’s Youth as a “Van Fan”!
Help the Nativity youth participating in Service & Learning Trips this summer raise funds to pay for the rental...Advocacy Project: Letter Writing for Our Transgender & Gender Diverse Siblings
Nativity celebrates Pride Month and affirms our commitment as a Reconciling in Christ congregation to welcoming and affirming people...Jam for Gender Justice–NEW LOCATION!
Join Us for A Family-Friendly Outdoor Fundraising Concert! Wednesday, June 25, 6:00-8:30 pm NEW LOCATION FOR EVENT ON ACCOUNT...June REJM Movie: The Imitation Game
Saturday, June 14, 6:45 pm | Fellowship Hall Sunday, June 22, 11:45 am | Fellowship Hall In 1939, the...Celebrating Pride Outreach Month
This Pride Month we recognize the grave and threatening circumstances LGBTQIA+ people face through rising violence, legislative targeting, and...Summer Faith Formation Begins This Sunday
This weekend Nativity begins our summer faith formation, which will include both indoor and outdoor activities and mini-worship. No...Join Us for Outdoor Yoga!
Wednesdays, 6:00 pm | 2901 33rd Ave. NE Beginning June 4, Nativity’s weekly yoga is moving to the backyard...Tour Nativity Garden Areas
Saturday, June 7, 4:30-5:00 pm and Sunday, June 8, 10:00-10:30 am Join Nativity’s Sustainability Team to learn about the...June Save-the-Date
June: Pride Outreach Month June 7-8: Pentecost Weekend June 7-8: Nativity Gardens Tour June 7-8: Joining Weekend June 8:...Celebrating Pastor Angela’s Installation
May 31-June 1 All Worship Hours We welcome the community to celebrate together the installation of Pastor Angela LaMoore...Yard Work with Love
Saturday, May 31, 9:00 am – Noon Join us for yard work (planting, raking, etc.) at the LSS Safe...June 7-8 Is Joining Weekend
Are you interested in making Nativity Church your official faith home? We would love to have you join us...Mental Health & Wellness Outreach Month
May Is Mental Health & Wellness Outreach Month at Nativity. This team responds to the reality that people in...The Story of Fascism in Europe
Saturday, May 10, 6:45 pm | Fellowship Hall Sunday, May 18, 11:45 am | Fellowship Hall Travel writer and...Join Us for Wednesday Community Dinners!
Each week we come together to share a hot meal and great fellowship with our neighbors in the greater...What Does “One in Christ” Mean?
IDI-JUSTmove Series Continues May 4, 11:45-12:45 | Fellowship Hall This March and April, many of us enjoyed fun and powerful...Taking Climate Action Where You Live
April 27, 10:00-11:00 | Commons Visit several information tables and hear about specific, achievable actions you can take to...POSTPONED: ‘March Shark Madness’ (in April)!
***This event has been postponed. A new date will be announced in the coming weeks.*** April 17, 6:00-7:00 pm...Palm Weekend Means Pancakes!
Saturday, April 12, 6:30-7:30 pm Sunday, April 13, 8:30-Noon The annual pancake dinner/breakfast is a fun annual tradition and...Join Us for Weekly Online Meditation
Lenten Wednesdays 12:30-1:00 pm | Click HERE to Join via Zoom Lent is traditionally a time of preparation for...Celebrating the Journey!
Wednesday, April 2, 11:45 am Worship All Nativity elders and guests are invited to participate in a time of...Making a Difference: Hunger & Food Outreach Month
March is Hunger and Food Outreach Month at Nativity! It’s also National Hunger Awareness Month. In 2024, the Nativity...Racial Equity & Justice Movies Are Back!
Saturday, March 15, 6:45 pm | Fellowship Hall Sunday, March 23, 11:45 pm | Fellowship Hall Our March film,...Lenten Book Read & Discussion
In-Person: Sundays 10:30 am 3/15, 3/22, 4/5 | Fellowship Hall Online: Thursdays 7:00-8:15 pm 3/13, 3/27, 4/10 | Zoom...“Many Ways to Pray” Series Begins March 9!
March 9, 16 & 30 from 9:00-10:00 am | Fellowship Hall Prayer is a relationship with God. As we...It’s a SOUPER Smorgasbord!
Wednesday, March 12, 5:30-6:30 | Fellowship Hall Enjoy a full lineup of choices for this SOUPER supper! Try all...Our Lenten Theme & Programming: “Disciples on the Journey”
In the days following his mountain-top transfiguration, Jesus “set his face to go to Jerusalem,” (Lk 9:51). With this,...RESCHEDULED for Thursday: Ash Wednesday Worship & Meals
Our RESCHEDULED Ash Wednesday (NOW THURSDAY) and Weekend schedule is as follows. RESCHEDULED TO THURSDAY: Ash Wednesday Worship and...“You Can Make a Difference” Series
Six Tuesdays: March 11, 18, 25 & April 1, 8, 15 | In Person at Nativity Two Time Offerings:...March 8-9 Is Joining Weekend
Are you interested in making Nativity Church your official faith home? We would love to have you join us...Embodied Racial Healing Event
February 27, 6:30-8:30 pm | Fellowship Hall During these deeply divided times, learn self-awareness and grounding practices that help...February Is Racial Equity & Justice Month!
Each February we highlight our year-round Racial Equity & Justice Outreach Ministries at Nativity. Check out the full list...A Case for Love Screening with Light Lunch
February 23, 12:00 pm | Fellowship Hall Please note: The film includes sensitive issues. As part of Nativity’s Racial...Rainfall Valentine’s Concert
Saturday, Feb. 22, 7:00-8:30 pm | Nativity Celebrate with Rainfall’s music of love, faith, and life, featuring original songs...Call to Join Nativity’s Art Collection Team!
The Racial Equity & Justice Team and Nativity’s Building Committee are interested in diversifying the art collection at Nativity...Outreach Volunteer Brunch
February 15, 10:30-12:00 | Nativity (Room TBD) Join us for an Outreach Volunteer Brunch on a weekend dedicated to...The Summer Brochure Is Here!
Ready for summer yet? Check out our Youth and Family Ministry Summer Brochure available in the Commons. You’ll find...Finding Hope in Philippians
Begins February 19—Wednesdays, 10:00-11:30 am | Commons & Zoom The Wednesday Adult Bible Study group will begin the new...Join Us for the Annual Meeting & Meal
February 8, 6:30 pm | Fellowship Hall This year’s Annual Meeting will be held in person after the Saturday...How to Offer Compassionate Support
February 11, 7:00-8:30 pm | Room 218 Occasions like Valentine’s Day or an anniversary can reignite feelings of grief...Our 2025 Strategic Initiative: An Invitation to Shared Ministry
“Encouraging people to grow spiritually through meaningful engagement, loving God and neighbor.” We at Nativity are called to Love...RIC Weekend: Celebrating & Building “Resilient Community”
January 25-26, All Worship Hours This year’s theme for our annual Reconciling in Christ (RIC) Weekend is “Resilient Community.”...RIC Weekend: Join Us for a Meal & Movie!
Saturday, January 25, 6:30 pm | Room 218 We invite everyone in the Nativity community and guests for a...Helping Kids Cope: Tips For Supporting Good Family Mental Health
January 29, 7:00-8:30 pm | Room 218 (parents) & Fellowship Hall (youth) This is a one-hour class for parents,...Join Us for Our MLK Celebration & Agape Music Worship January 18-19
Nativity will celebrate the legacy of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. at all worship hours January 18-19. Deacon...January 25-26 Is Joining Weekend
Are you interested in making Nativity Church your official faith home? We would love to have you join us...Supporting Each Other: Caring for Family Mental Health
January 14, 6:45-8:30 pm | Room 218 Explore ways to support family mental health within your faith community. Learn...Thursday Book Conversations: New Selection Begins January 9th!
Thursdays 9:30-11:00 | In Person and Online The Thursday Book Conversations group invites you to join us for our...ELCA Good Gifts: A Christmas Gift to Support World Hunger
The average American spends more than $700 on Christmas gifts each year. Rethink traditional gift-giving this holiday with ELCA...WONDER: Our 2024 Advent Theme
This Advent, we’ll journey with the theme “Wonder” as an invitation to experience the Christmas story in new ways....Congregational Meeting for Budget and Election of Council & Officers
December 7-8 following all worship services A Congregational Meeting will be held to approve the Nativity budget for 2025,...All Aboard for the Christmas Musical!
December 14-15 | All Worship Hours The Christmas Express: Finding Joy in the Journey Every Christmas Eve, the passengers...Sweets for Sharing—Volunteers Needed!
Each year, through Sweets for Sharing, we have the joy of sharing God’s love in a simple, meaningful way....The Art of Listening: Cultivating Compassionate Presence
November 10 & 24, 9:00-10:00 am | Fellowship Hall Listening is something we take for granted, but being a...Dual Donation Drives for LSS Metro Youth & Kimball Court
November 2 through 24 LSS Metro Youth Experiencing Homelessness—Monetary Drive Each year, LSS Circle coordinates an annual fundraiser for...November is Homelessness & Housing Outreach Month
In November, we lift up the homelessness and housing initiatives Nativity members collaborate on all year long. We have...All Saints’ Weekend is Nov. 2-3
This weekend, November 2-3, we’ll remember loved ones with a special prayer liturgy for All Saints’ Weekend. As part...Congregational Pop-Up Meetings
Nov. 9-10 after all worship hours | Fellowship Hall Have 30 minutes? Join us for quick updates on Nativity’s...Safety Planning & Suicide Prevention: A Guide for Friends and Family
November 12, 6:30-8:00 pm | Room 218 Nativity Mental Health Connect: Meet. Watch. Discuss. Did you know? Caring and...THIS WEEKEND: “Trunk or Treat”!
Saturday, October 26, 3:00-5:00 pm | West Parking Lot Join us for an afternoon of fun, treats and costumes!...Workshop on Downsizing
Workshop on Downsizing Oct. 27, 9:00-10:00 am | Fellowship Hall Sorting through belongings and knowing what to keep, sell,...“World of Difference” Women’s Gathering
Saturday, November 2, 8:00 am to 4:00 pm Diamond Lake Lutheran Church 5760 Portland Ave., Minneapolis, MN 55417 The...Bread for the World Letter Writing Campaign
October 19-20, after all worship hours | Commons Nativity will hold an in-person letter writing event the weekend of...October REJM Movie: The Soloist
Saturday, Oct. 12, 6:45 pm | Fellowship Hall Sunday, Oct. 20, 11:45 am | Fellowship Hall The Soloist is...Turn Hunger into Hope
October 12, 5:00-6:30 pm | Coon Rapids FMSC Facility Feed My Starving Children partners with other relief organizations around...Bible Milestone Ministries
3-Year-Old Bible Milestone—Sept. 29, 9:00 & 10:30 am worship This is special moment to receive a Spark Story Bible...Take Part in the Faith & Neighboring Practices Walk
Oct. 7, 6:00 | Meet at Nativity Slow down and take a look at our community with new eyes....Join Us for Nativity’s Annual Elder Worship & Luncheon
October 9, 11:00 am | Nativity Celebrate the journey of Vital Aging! We welcome everyone 60 and above—as well...Upcoming REJM Movie Showings
September Movie: Bad Faith Saturday, Sept. 21, 6:45 pm | Fellowship Hall Sunday, Sept. 29, 11:45 am | Fellowship...Nativity Hosts Growing through Loss Series
Thursdays, Sept. 5 through Oct. 12, 6:45-9:00 pm | Nativity Nativity Church partners with Growing through Loss, a six-week...Joining Weekend & New Member Luncheon
Joining Sept. 21-22 Luncheon Sept. 22, 11:30-1:00 in Fellowship Hall Interested in making Nativity Church your official faith home?...Join Us for “God’s Work. Our Hands.” Weekend!
September 7-8 | Following Each Worship Hour At Nativity Lutheran Church, we believe that each of you is enough,...New Selection for September: Join the Social Justice Book Group
September 17, 9:30 am | Zoom As our group reconvenes this month, we’ll begin reading Break Point, Two Minnesota...Thursday Book Conversations Resume Sept. 12
Thursdays, 9:30-11:00 am | Commons & Zoom Next month our group will begin discussing Jesus’ Alternative Plan: The Sermon...REJM Movies Return!
The Racial Equity and Justice Ministry Team (REJM) is bringing back the monthly movie night after the pandemic hiatus....Join Nativity in the VillageFest Parade!
August 2 | 5:30-8:30 pm Let’s celebrate our community in the Saint Anthony Village Fest Parade! There’s a place...Help at Safe House
July 27, 8:00-Noon | Safe House—Carpool from Nativity Join us for yard work at Safe House on Saturday, July...Join the FPNP Team for a Neighborhood Walk!
July 22, 7:00 pm | Nativity’s Silver Lake Rd. Parking Lot The Faith Practices and Neighboring Practices team is...Summer Bible Study: Denominations of the Christian Family
June 26-Aug. 28 (No meeting on July 3rd) Wednesdays, 10:00-11:30 am | Commons & Zoom “Summertime, and the livin’...All Are Welcome to Join the Discussion!
Saturdays 8:30-10:00 am | Zoom On July 13, the Saturday book group will begin discussing Jim Wallis’ The False...Be Part of the Neighborhood Extravaganza!
July 10, 5:30-7:30 pm | Windom Park We’re gearing up for hosting the very popular Neighborhood Extravaganza on July...Walk with Nativity in the Pride Parade!
June 30 | Minneapolis Pride Parade All are welcome to walk in the Minneapolis Pride Parade with Nativity and...2024 Intergenerational Backpacking Trip
Experience Nature, Community, and Spiritual Growth in the Montana Rockies! This trip is open to students who’ve completed 9th...THIS WEEKEND: Welcoming Guest Preacher Rev. Dr. Justin Sabia-Tanis
June 22-23 We look forward to welcoming guest preacher Rev. Dr. Justin Sabia-Tanis, Associate Professor of Christian Ethics and...Building Faith & Neighboring Relationships: Join Us for the Redeemer Summer Cookout!
June 26, 6:00-8:00 pm | Redeemer Lutheran Church 1800 Glenwood Ave Minneapolis, MN 55405 Nativity is part of a...June Is Pride Outreach Month!
This month we celebrate our commitment as a Reconciling in Christ congregation to welcoming and affirming people of all...Summer Faith Formation Begins This Sunday!
June 9 through August 18 (No class on July 7 because of the holiday weekend) Our theme this year...Join Nativity’s “Street Team”!
Consider using your gifts and passions in participation with Nativity’s mission to “Love God and Love Neighbor.” Nativity organizes...Summer Save-the-Date!
June Events June—Pride Outreach Month June 2—Graduate Sunday: Blessing at 10:30 am Worship June 2: No Faith Formation June...Join Us for Wednesday Night Community Dinners!
Join us for dinner each Wednesday in the Fellowship Hall from 5:30-6:30 pm. Meals are $6.00/person or $20/family. All...Help with Light Landscaping
May 10 & 17, 4:30 pm | Nativity Over the summer months, the Environment & Sustainability Outreach team will...“Mother to Mother: Conversations about Things That Matter”
May 12, 9:00-10:00 am | Fellowship Hall This event is an opportunity for mothers to join other mothers with...May Is Mental Health & Wellness Outreach Month
Nativity’s Mental Health and Wellness Outreach Ministries respond to the reality that people in our community are facing life...Art as a Restorative Practice
May 16, 6:30-7:30 pm | Nativity Commons Join Nativity Mental Health Connect and Jessi Fraser, an artist and motivational...Don’t Miss High School Graduate Recognition Sunday
Graduating from high school is an important milestone, and your faith community is excited to celebrate with you! One...The Holy Spirit: A Divine Mystery
Wednesdays, May 8, 15, 22, 10:00-11:30 am | Commons & Zoom In the Gospel of John, Jesus promises his...Save the Date for the Children’s Musical!
April 27-28 | All worship hours Need a little more light, warmth and hope in your day? Come and...Presentation on Memory Loss
May 1, 10:30-11:30 am | Nativity Commons & Zoom People often ask: “What is normal memory loss, and what...Joining Weekend & Luncheon for New Members
Interested in making Nativity Church your official faith home? We would love to have you join us, no matter...April Is Environment & Sustainability Outreach Month!
Now is the opportunity to start and sustain your climate action journey! This month we’ll share simple eco-friendly practices...Dragonfly Project 22nd Annual Celebration & Remembrance Event
May 4, 1:00-3:00 pm | Nativity Sanctuary Please join us as we celebrate 22 years of bringing hope to...Learn “Prayer Yoga”
April 18, 6:30-7:30 pm | Room 218 and Zoom We carry a lot of anxiety, and letting go is...Get Ready for Spring with the Youth Plant Sale!
It’s time to get your green thumb ready! The youth of Nativity are hosting their Annual Plant and Flower...Free Family-Friendly Concert on April 13th
Join us Saturday, April 13th at 11:00 am for the final performance of Wingspan’s free concert series. Nanilo is...THIS WEEKEND: Music by Rainfall and Guest Preacher
This weekend the gospel-folk group Rainfall will lead our music at each worship hour. Rainfall features Nativity’s Mike Forsberg,...Welcome to Easter Worship at Nativity!
“Christ is risen! He is risen indeed. Alleluia!” Watch our Easter worship ONLINE HERE. We’re happy to have you...Our Holy Week & Easter Weekend Schedule
Mark your calendars—and extend your invitations to family and friends! We look forward to gathering in community to observe...Journeying through Holy Week
Whether you physically come to in-person worship or participate virtually, we are asking the Nativity community to intentionally commit...Easter Promises Scavenger Hunt
Calling all kids! Join us on Easter Sunday for a fun scavenger hunt around the church to celebrate God’s...Join the Saturday Morning Book Group (New Time)
Saturday Book Conversations Every Saturday 8:30 – 10:00 am via Zoom As a botanist, Robin Wall Kimmerer has been...March Is Hunger Outreach Month
This month we highlight our Hunger & Food Outreach Ministries at Nativity. March is also Minnesota Food Share Month....Get Your Tickets for Palm Weekend Pancakes!
Palm Sunday Pancakes are back—and there’s not just for breakfast anymore! Saturday, March 23, 6:30-7:30 pm Sunday, March 24,...Our 2024 Lenten Theme: “Finding the Words”
Lenten Series: “Finding the Words” Together This week we concluded our Lenten series: “Finding the Words” for our faith...THIS WEEKEND: Bread for the World Letter Writing Campaign
March 16-17, before & after all worship hours | Nativity Commons Bread for the World encourages congregations in the...Restorative Practices Series: Baking & Mental Health
March 14, 6:30-7:30 pm | Room 218 (in person only) Do you bake or like to eat homemade baked...“The Magic of Celtic Music & Dance” This Saturday
Free, Family-Friendly Music Event this Saturday! “The Magic of Celtic Music & Dance” March 2, 1:00-2:00 pm at Nativity...Rainbow Connections Group Meeting
March 7, 6:30-8:00 pm | Room 218 Rainbow Connections is a group at Nativity for those supporting LGBTQ+ family...February Is REJM Outreach Month!
This month we also highlight our Racial Equity and Justice Ministries at Nativity. We’ll share a variety of in-house...“Start with Home” Rally for Affordable Housing
February 20, 1:30-2:30 pm | Minnesota State Capitol Rotunda We all benefit when everyone in our communities can live...“Dragons, Flutes, and Monkeys” Free Concert
Saturday, February 24, 1:00-2:00 pm | Nativity Take a tour of ancient Chinese culture with traditional instruments and folklore....Join Us for the Annual Meeting & Meal
Come celebrate the highlights of Nativity’s 2023 life in community! This year’s Annual Meeting will be held in person...Join Us for Ash Wednesday Worship
This year we’ll gather for Ash Wednesday worship on February 14 at 11:45 and 7:00 pm. All are welcome...Join Us for Lenten Lunches and Dinners Each Wednesday!
Wednesdays, 12:30 pm and 5:30 pm | Nativity A lunch of soup, bread, fruit, dessert, and drink will be...February is Racial Equity & Justice Outreach Ministry Month
To help us kick off REJM Outreach Month, Deacon Dan Bielenberg is our guest preacher this weekend. Dan is...Join Us for a Mardi Gras Meal to Support Our High School Youth!
We’ve got a special meal for a special cause this coming week! Proceeds from this Po’ Boy dinner will...Next Steps for Nativity’s Transition—Where Is God Leading Us?
Nativity’s Transition Team will host “Listening Sessions” over the next several weeks to think about our future together. We...Join Us for Freedom Riders at the Youth Performance Company
February 4, 2:00 pm Howard Conn Fine Arts Center in the Plymouth Congregational Church, 1900 Nicollet Ave., Minneapolis Join...Interested in Making Nativity Church Your Official Faith Home?
We would love to have you join us, no matter where you are on your faith journey! We look...Join Us for Supportive Sharing & Book Study
Rainbow Connections is a group at Nativity for those supporting LGBTQ+ family members or friends. We’re a peer group...The 2024 Summer Programming Brochure Is Here!
Get set for summer with Nativity’s activities and programming! You’ll find information about our Summer Stretch and Kids Create...Upcoming Opportunities for Action against Christian Nationalism
Christian Nationalism: Why Speaking Against It Matters & How We Can Respond Two-Part Series for Sunday Adult Faith Formation...Women’s Retreat: Take Time to Renew and Refresh
February 9-11 | Luther Park in Danbury, WI It’s time to treat yourself! Join us for our first annual...Special Agape Worship: January 13-14
Worship at Nativity January 13-14 will carry the theme of Dr. Martin Luther King’s legacy. Jeanne Cotter, Nativity’s Director...POSTPONED: Art for Healing Event
EVENT POSTPONED!!! The Art for Healing event with Jessi Fraser is postponed on account of illness. We look forward...Christmas Worship at Nativity
Saturday, December 23, at 5:30 pm: “Time to Be” This reflective and meditative worship will help us honor the...Join Us for a Special “Time to Be” Worship
December 23, 5:30 pm | Nativity Sanctuary Hope allows us to love more fully, even when life is not...New Book Selection for Thursday Book Conversations
Thursdays—Beginning Jan. 4th, 9:30-11:00 am | Nativity Commons & Zoom Join us in the new year as we begin...Join Us for the Children’s “Christmas Hang-Ups” Musical This Weekend
Dec. 9-10 | All Worship Hours The Nativity Children’s Choirs will be presenting “Christmas Hang-Ups” by Dennis and Nan...”Light Dawns on a Weary World”: Our Advent Journey
“Light Dawns on a Weary World,” taken from ELW hymn # 726, is about trusting that God will help...Recording for Sen. John Marty’s Address on Christian Nationalism
Thank you to all who joined us Sunday, December 3rd, for Senator John Marty’s presentation on the work he...Congregational Meeting for Budget and Election of Council & Officers
A Congregational Meeting was held December 2-3 to approve the Nativity budget for 2024, and to elect Nativity Council...Thanksgiving Message from Pastor Glenn
Dear siblings in Christ, Happy Thanksgiving to you. We won’t be gathering for worship this Thanksgiving Eve, but with...Braiding Sweetgrass: Weekly Guides, Discussion, and Community Meal & Vigil
Dr. Robin Wall Kimmerer’s Braiding Sweetgrass teaches us that the exhaustion of ecological resources isn’t an issue to be...Braiding Sweetgrass Community Meal & Vigil
Nov. 29th, 5:30-6:30 pm | Fellowship Hall Community is built around shared tables and shared wisdom, so we’re inviting...Braiding Sweetgrass Zoom Discussion
Monday, Nov. 27th, 6:00-7:00 pm We’ve been journeying together through the deeply moving pages of “Braiding Sweetgrass” for a...November Is Homelessness & Housing Outreach Month
Throughout November, the Homelessness and Housing Outreach Team will be hosting panel conversations, guest speakers, tables in the Commons,...EVENT CANCELED: Dragons, Flutes & Monkeys
THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELED DUE TO ILLNESS. Saturday, November 11, 11:00 am -12:00 pm | Nativity Take a...Around the Piano with John Helgen
Nov. 5, 3:00-4:00 pm | Nativity Join us for an uplifting and informative concert and hymn-sing with John Helgen,...Observing All Saints’ Weekend
November 4-5 Remembering a loved one who has died is important in the journey of grief. The faith community...Join Us for Trunk or Treat!
Saturday, October 28, 3:00-5:00 pm | West Parking Lot off Belden Dr. Join us for an afternoon of fun,...Rainbow Connection: Supporting our LGBTQ+ Loved Ones
First Thursday of the Month, Beginning Nov. 2, 6:30-8:00 pm | Room 218 Rainbow Connection is a new group...Calling All Women! Join Us for an Inspiring and Revitalizing Day Retreat!
Saturday, November 4, 8:30-4:00 First Lutheran Church 1555 40th Ave. NE Columbia Heights, MN 55421 Women of the ELCA...Join Us for Talking Strings: A Free Performance and Interactive Program
October. 21, 11:00-12:00 | Nativity Talking Strings presents the history and evolution of Romani music from the 17th century...“Our Prayers Heard ‘Round the World” Worship & Panel
October 23, 5:00-6:30 pm | Nativity For this year’s Week of Prayer for Christian Unity, the World Council of...Join a 3-Part Series “Anti-Christian Nationalism Work on the Parish Level,” feat. Presiding Bishop Elizabeth A. Eaton
With growing concern over the Christian Nationalist movement, a mix of local clergy and lay leaders are inviting others...In the Commons: Letter Writing for Hunger
October 14-15, Around Weekend Worship Hours This weekend Hunger Outreach and Global Outreach Ministries will host an in-person letter...LSS Circle Meets This Week
October 19, 12:30-3:00 pm | Nativity Commons All women are welcome to join the LSS Circle. This month we’ll...Community Read: Braiding Sweetgrass
October 21-November 27 The Public Ministry Department is excited to announce Nativity’s upcoming community book read of Braiding Sweetgrass...Creativity for Mental Health: Writing to Listen to Your Heart
October 5, 6:30-7:30 pm | Nativity Room 218 & Online Nativity Mental Health Connect is launching a Creativity for...Join Us for the Elder Worship & Luncheon
Wednesday, October 11, 11:00 am | Nativity Celebrate the journey of vital aging! We welcome all over 60, plus...This Weekend: Celebrating Our 3-Year-Old Bible Milestone
This weekend, September 23-24, we celebrate our 3-Year-Old Bibles Milestone during 9:00 or 10:30 am worship. This is special...Sacred Sites Tour This September
Nativity is offering an opportunity to participate in the Sacred Tour of the Twin Cities on September 28 from...October 8th Is Joining Sunday!
Interested in making Nativity Church your official faith home? We would love to have you join us, no matter...Let’s Beautify Nativity’s Boulevard!
Saturday, September 16th, 8:30-11:00 am | Nativity Join us as we revamp Nativity’s front landscaping to beautify our main...Children’s Faith Formation Resumes Sept. 17th!
Children’s Faith Formation is on break for a few weeks, but registration for our Fall Session, beginning Sept. 17th,...Welcoming New Readers!
The Social Justice Book Group will meet on Tuesday, September 12, via Zoom. We’ll be starting a new selection:...Activities and Collection for “God’s Work. Our Hands.” Weekend
September 9-10 around all worship hours “God’s Work. Our Hands.” Weekend is a time to celebrate who we are...Carnatic Music Performance at Nativity: The Classical Music of South India
September 9, 1:00-2:00 pm Nativity Lutheran Church Nirmala Rajasekar is one of the premier players of the Saraswathi veena,...Kindergarten Milestone: Backpack Blessing
As we get ready to welcome a new school year, we prepare to offer our Kindergarteners a special blessing...Prayer Shawl Meeting on Aug. 29th
The Prayer Shawl Group will meet next Tuesday, August 29, from 6:30pm – 8:00 pm in the Commons by...Grief Support Series Begins in September
Grief Support Series Begins in September Mondays, starting September 11, 6:45-9:00 pm Centennial United Methodist Church, 1524 County Rd...New Book for Thursday Book Conversations
The Thursday Book Conversations Group will resume our discussions on September 14th with a new selection. We meet weekly...Nativity’s Yoga Moves Indoors Next Month
Beginning September 13th, 6:00 pm | Nativity Gentle yoga will be offered indoors again! Please join us on Wednesdays...Topping off Summer Together: Join Us at Redeemer’s Block Party
In the spirit of “Love God, Love Neighbor,” Nativity continues to strengthen our growing relationship with Redeemer Lutheran in...Jeanne Cotter to Speak at Wednesday AM Bible Study
August 9, 10:30-11:30 am Nativity’s Director of Music will share her story about how she became interested in music...Join Nativity in the VillageFest Parade!
Friday, August 4th | 5:30-8:30 pm Let’s celebrate our community in the Saint Anthony Village Fest Parade! There’s a...Learn to Ring!
Kids (entering 3rd grade and up), youth, and adults are invited to come and play handbells on Wednesday evenings...Join Us for the Neighborhood Extravaganza!
Nativity will again be cohosting a Neighborhood Extravaganza with Windom Park on July 12, from 5:30-7:30 pm, at Windom....Bluegrass Festival & Fundraiser for Mental Health Connect
Elim Lutheran Church is hosting a Bluegrass Music Festival & Fundraiser with all proceeds going to Mental Health Connect....Join Us for Pride Month Activities!
This month we celebrate our commitment to welcoming and affirming people of all sexual orientations, gender identities and gender...Summer Cookouts to Build Community
In the spirit of “Love God, Love Neighbor,” Nativity continues to strengthen our growing relationship with Redeemer Lutheran in...Nourish 282 Bake Sale
Nourish 282 Bake Sale: Help by Donating, Volunteering or Buying! June 27, 4:30-6:30 pm in Nativity’s Upper Parking Lot...Yard Work Weekend: Support Teens Experiencing Homelessness at Safe House
Nativity partners with the LSS Safehouse Shelter and does annual yard work to support the teen residents and provide...Joining Sunday for New Members
Each new member at Nativity is a vital part of the foundation and growth of our community. Are you...Celebrating Bob Parrott’s 80th Birthday!
Join us after this weekend’s 10:30 Sunday worship hour (May 28) as we celebrate our Minister of Worship Technology,...Children’s Summer Faith Formation Begins June 11
Sundays: June 11 – August 20 (no meeting July 2) Join us for a fun summer exploring “Fruits of...Join Us for Outdoor Yoga!
Beginning May 31, Nativity’s weekly yoga is moving to the backyard for summer! Wednesdays, 6:00 pm | 2901 33rd...Learn More about Prayer Shawl Group Ministry
We invite the community to visit the Prayer Shawl group after worship in the Commons to learn about their...Join Us for the Growing Green Yoga Event!
Wednesday, May 24, 6:00 pm | Fellowship Hall Nativity Public Ministry and the Environmental & Sustainability Team have partnered...May Is Mental Health & Wellness Outreach Month
Nativity’s Mental Health and Wellness Outreach Ministries respond to the reality that people in our community are facing life...Collaboration Project for George Floyd Rise & Remember Event
Nativity is partnering with Redeemer Lutheran and First Lutheran to create a kids’ zone for the George Floyd Memorial...Seniors! Graduate Recognition Photos and Form Due May 17th!
Graduating from high school is an important milestone and your faith community is excited to celebrate with you! One...Plant Order Pickup This Saturday + Extra Plants for Sale on Sunday
Did you place an order for the Youth Plant & Flower Sale? If so, they’ll be available for pickup...Special Mother’s Day Panel: “Faith, Parenting, and Mental Health”
Sunday, May 14, 9:15-10:00 am | Fellowship Hall Join us for Adult Faith Formation on Mother’s Day as three...Mental Health Connect “Stories of Hope” Fundraiser
Thursday, May 11, 8:00-9:00 am | Mt. Olivet Lutheran Church Join us for Mental Health Connect’s 5th Annual “Stories...Dragonfly Project Packing Event
May 6-7, after all worship hours Join The Dragonfly Project team after worship to learn more about their ministry...Have You Seen Nativity’s Prayer Room?
Are you looking for a private space to pray at Nativity? Would you like to explore different modes of...Global Outreach Sewing Event
May 15, 6:00-8:30 pm | Fellowship Hall The Global Outreach team has a sewing event scheduled at Nativity and...“Finding Hope in Times of Loss & Pain” NMHC Connect & Communicate
Thursday, May 18, 6:30-7:30 pm | Room 218 and Zoom Optage Hospice Chaplain Jenny Schroedel facilitates grief groups across...Global Outreach Sewing Event
May 15, 6:00-8:30 pm | Fellowship Hall The Global Outreach team has a sewing event scheduled at Nativity and...Children’s Musical This Weekend!
Have you ever wondered what it really means to be created in the image of God? You’re invited to...Celebrating Environment & Sustainability Outreach
April is Environment and Sustainability Outreach Month at Nativity! This ministry recognizes and responds to the need for responsible...Our Last Two Community Meals!
Wednesdays at 5:30 pm, Fellowship Hall Join us for the final community meals until September! Meals are $6.00/person or...Guest Preacher Next April 29-20
Next weekend we’ll welcome guest preacher Pastor Joanna Mitchell from Grace Lutheran Church in Andover, MN. She’ll preach on...Join Us for “The Art of Listening” This Sunday
Join Us for Adult Faith Formation This Weekend! Sunday, April 23, 9:15-10:15 in Fellowship Hall Listening is something we...Join Us for Holy Week & Easter Worship
Our Lenten journey leads us to the experience of Holy Week and the celebration of Easter. You can join...You’re Invited to the IDI Lunch and World-Class Performance Artist Program April 16th!
Join Us for IDI Lunch & World-Class Performance Artists Next Sunday! Come enjoy an entertaining and thought-provoking program next...Get Ready for Spring with the Youth Plant Sale
It’s time to get your green thumb ready! The youth of Nativity are hosting their Annual Plant and Flower...March Actions and April Initiatives from the Beacon Team
Beacon Postcard Drive to MN Legislators Thank you to Gary Kimball, who kicked off the postcard drive by sharing...Get Your Tickets for Palm Sunday Pancakes!
To raise funds for this summer’s Service & Learning trips, Nativity youth and their families are hosting a fundraising...Take the IDI Assessment through April 10th and Join Us for the Results Reveal
A generous, anonymous donor has offered to cover the cost of the Intercultural Development Inventory (IDI) for our community,...Join Us for the Final Midweek Lenten Worship & Meals
This week we wrap up our Lenten series “What’s Your Call Story?” with a final lay leader speaker, who...THIS WEEKEND’S Adult Faith Formation: The Story Behind Holy Week Traditions
Holy Week is upon us! In preparation for this sacred week before Easter, Pastor Ben welcomes you to join...THIS WEEKEND: Bread for the World Letter Writing Campaign
This month Nativity has observed Hunger Outreach Month, a month of learning and action around the prevalence of food...Growing Through Loss Series Begins April 17th
Nativity Church partners with Growing through Loss, a six-week series that provides information and support for a variety of...Spend Summer with Nativity!
The Children, Youth and Family team at Nativity is pleased to announce that registration for all summer programs is...Celebrating Deacon Kyle Soderberg’s Ordination
It’s our privilege to invite everyone to share with us in celebrating the ordination of Kyle Soderberg, Nativity’s Deacon...Dragonfly Project 21st Annual Celebration
You are invited to the 21st Dragonfly Project Annual Celebration and Remembrance Event! We’ll gather at Nativity on Saturday,...Lobby Day & Rally at the Capitol
We have a remarkable opportunity to win “Bring it Home, Minnesota,” the statewide campaign of organizations fighting to ensure...The IDI is Coming to Nativity!
REJM is collaborating with the Center for Leadership and Neighborhood Engagement (CLNE) to offer the Intercultural Developmental Inventory Assessment...The Greatest Story Ever Told?
March 12th, 9:15-10:00 am | Fellowship Hall Are we reading the Gospels as a report, noticing the witnesses, remembering...Menu for Midweek Lenten Meals
Wednesdays in March, 12:30 pm and 5:30 pm | Nativity A lunch of soup, bread, fruit, dessert, and drink...Youth Milestone Ministry: Discover Communion
Discover Communion is an opportunity for families to learn alongside their child about the Sacrament of Holy Communion. Classes...Join the Work to End Hunger
March is Hunger and Food Outreach Month at Nativity! Join us in celebrating our Hunger and Food Outreach ministries...Adult Faith Formation: Where Does Lent Come From?
Sunday, February 26 from 9:15-10:00 am | Fellowship Hall Where does Lent come from? Why do we do it?...Viewing Party: Oyate
February 19th – 2:00 pm | Nativity Nativity is hosting a film showing of Oyate (oyatefilm.com), a documentary on...Ash Wednesday & Midweek Lenten Worship Schedule
Ash Wednesday, the beginning of Lent in the church year, is February 22nd. Join us for Ash Wednesday midday...Congregational Brainstorm for Supporting Mental Health Ministries
Nativity community members concerned about mental health—we want to hear from you! Gather with Nativity Mental Health Connect members...February Is REJM Month!
Racial Equity & Justice (REJM) is a volunteer-led Nativity community group looking to pass on educational and advocacy opportunities...Celebrate with Rainfall’s Valentine’s Concert at Nativity
Join us on Saturday, February 18, at 7:00 pm for Rainfall’s music of love, faith, and life, featuring original...Journeying through the Lenten Season
Come and worship as we journey through these forty days with Jesus toward the cross. This year’s Lenten theme...Annual Meeting February 11th
This year’s Annual Meeting will be held in person on Saturday, February 11, following the Saturday worship hour. Come...Body Prayer: Praying with Our Whole Self
From kneeling to walking, our bodies have always been part of prayer. Join us for this final session of...Join the Thursday Book Group for New Discussion
Beginning February 16th, the Thursday Book Discussions group will take up The Time is Now: A Call to Uncommon...It’s Camp Sunday!
This weekend we’re happy to welcome back Luther Park’s Executive Director, Leah (McDougall) Pletscher. She’ll join us in worship...February Menu for Community Meals
We’re serving up nutritious and affordable meals each Wednesday, and you’re invited! (Bring a friend or neighbor, too!) February...New Selection for Social Justice Book Group
Join us as we discuss Entry Lessons: The Stories of Women Fighting for Their Place, Their Children, and Their...Join Us for Saturday Book Discussion!
Saturday at Nine: Conversation on Matters of Faith is a community of people who seek to grow in Christian...Help Build Nativity’s Little Library!
Books are the best tools we have to answer our big-hearted questions. They help inform us, teach us, and...January 28-29 Is RIC Weekend!
We’re Celebrating RIC Weekend! In May of 2022, Nativity voted to become a Reconciling in Christ congregation, and this...MLK Weekend Events
Join us for three days of service and celebration hosted by various communities of faith in the Twin Cities,...Agape Worship at Nativity This Weekend
Worship at Nativity this weekend will also carry the theme of Dr. Martin Luther King’s legacy. Dr. Kelly Sherman-Conroy,...Balancing Digital Connection & Community: January Activities for All Ages
Since the pandemic, we’ve spent the past 2+ years relying on our digital resources to keep us connected. As...January 22nd is Joining Sunday!
Interested in making Nativity Church your official faith home? We would love to have you join us no matter...Winter Musikgarten Classes Begin Soon!
Musikgarten at Nativity is a musical experience designed to bring the joy of music to children ages 0-4 and...New Prayer Series: Join Us in January for Adult Faith Formation
We’ve all prayed, and we’ve all had questions about prayer. What is prayer? How many kinds of prayer are...Celebrate with Rainfall’s Valentine’s Concert at Nativity
Join us on Saturday, February 18, at 7:00 pm for Rainfall’s music of love, faith, and life, featuring original...Reflections and Resolutions: New Year’s Weekend Worship
Join us this New Year’s Eve and Day with a contemplative worship experience centered around New Year prayer. We’ll...Save the Date: MLK Weekend Multigenerational Events
Our annual MLK celebration will be held January 14-16. Nativity will be co-hosting events with other communities of faith...Celebrating Advent & Christmas Worship Schedule
As the shepherds saw hope in the baby born in a manger and became hope for the world, so...Gather for Hope & Healing Service
Join Nativity Mental Health Connect, the Nativity community, family, and friends this Tuesday, December 20, from 7:00-8:00 pm in...What Will Be Your “Welcoming Gift” This Christmas?
Each year we welcome extra visitors and guests at the holidays. Are you looking for a way to share...Thursday AM Book Discussions New Book Selections
Join us in January on Thursdays, 9:30-11:00 am, when we’ll discuss My Name is Child of God, Not Those...Congregational Meeting for Budget and Election of Council and Officers
A Congregational Meeting will be held December 3-4 following all worship hours to approve the Nativity budget for 2023,...December Community Meals
Join us in the Fellowship Hall from 5:30-6:30 pm on Wednesday, December 7 and 14. Meals are $6.00/person or...Join Us for Thanksgiving Eve Worship
Join us this Thanksgiving Eve, November 23, at 7:00 pm, as we worship with the theme “Grateful for Being...Sunday Adult Faith Formation Returns November 27th!
A new Sunday morning Adult Faith Formation opportunity starts next week! Coinciding with Children’s Faith Formation during the 9:00...Informational Session on Proposed Constitution Changes
Nativity Council would like to provide an additional opportunity for the congregation to ask questions and provide feedback prior...Breaking the Silence…The Path to Mental Well-Being
Nativity Lutheran, Lumen Christi Catholic Community, and Bethlehem Lutheran invite you to join us for an inspirational evening with...New Bible Study Series: “Life after Life”
As Christians we believe there is a life after we pass away. This 4-week Wednesday series, which began Nov....Community Meals Are Back!
We’re serving up nutritious and affordable meals each Wednesday, and you’re invited! (Bring a friend or neighbor, too!) Join...Be Part of the Bread for the World Letter Writing Campaign
October is Global Outreach Month. This weekend, October 15 and 16 after all worship hours, we’re organizing a letter...Host a Trunk for “Trunk or Treat”!
Our popular event “Trunk or Treat” is just a couple weeks away. Join us on Saturday, October 28th, from...Focus Groups for 2023 Ministry Priorities
Nativity looks ahead to 2023 with great excitement. As we prepare for our annual stewardship appeal, we invite you...Celebrating Our Third Graders
Next Sunday we will celebrate our annual 3rd Grade Bibles Milestone. This is a special moment for Nativity’s third...Congregational Meeting and Vote to Call
Dear Nativity Community, Kyle Soderberg, Nativity’s own former Deacon Intern and current Co-Director of Public Ministry, has been interviewed...The Crisis Text Line and Suicide Prevention
For this month’s meeting, Mental Health Connect is hosting a presentation by Wil Sampson-Bernstrom, Regional Coordinator for Canvas Health...Benefit Concert for Luther Park
Come dance the night away and support Luther Park, Nativity’s Bible Camp! The fundraising concert will be held October...New Book Selection for Social Justice Book Group
Beginning Oct. 11, the group will be reading and studying the book by Desmond Tutu entitled The Book of...Join Nativity’s Yoga
Our weekly yoga gathering is moving inside for the colder months! We will meet in person and also stream...Turn Hunger into Hope!
Feed My Starving Children partners with other relief organizations around the world to alleviate hunger. Join Nativity members and...“Rent Is Due” Day of Action
Nativity has partnered with Beacon Interfaith Housing Collaborative. With a vision for all people having a home, Beacon supports...WELCA Fall Women’s Gathering, Oct. 8th
The WELCA will hold their fall women’s gathering event, “For Such a Time as This…You are Created” on Saturday,...Blessing of the Animals Weekend
Nativity will be offering a Blessing of the Animals on Saturday, Oct. 1st, and a special Time with Children...October 2nd Is New Member Sunday
At Nativity, we’re grateful for and mutually enriched by the continuing expansion of our community. New Member Sunday is...Thursday Morning Book Conversations Resume Sept. 8th
The Thursday Morning Book Conversations group will resume meetings beginning September 8th. We study contemporary books on topics that...Growing through Loss Series Begins Sept. 15
Growing through Loss is a six-week series that provides information and support for a variety of grief situations. Each...Help Out at Safe House
Join us at Safe House from 9:00 am – 11:30 am on September 11, “God’s Work. Our Hands.” Sunday....Saturday at Nine Book Group Resumes Sept. 10
Saturday at Nine: Conversation on Matters of Faith is a community of people who seek to grow in Christian...Camp Penuel Open House
Camp Penuel has a vision for sharing the gospel throughout Latin America while serving underprivileged children in Costa Rica....It’s Not Too Late to Join Us for Family Camp!
Summer 2022 marked a return to normalcy at Luther Park Camp in Danbury, WI. Nativity sent 26 campers, including...Join Us for “Hymns in the Park” on Aug. 1
Join Freda Myhrwold and Rainfall with Lee Gilbertson, Duane Johnson, and Michael Forsberg for an evening of singing favorite...Dragonfly Project Packet Assembly Events
The Dragonfly Project’s mission is to provide a message of hope to those who are grieving. Each condolence card we...Join Nativity in the VillageFest Parade!
Let’s celebrate our community in the Saint Anthony Village Fest Parade! There’s a place for everyone as we enjoy...Grief Speaker for July MHC Meeting
For this month’s Mental Health Connect Ambassador Meeting, we welcome Carolyn Kinzel, President and Founder of Brighter Days Family...Sacred Sites Tour Announcement
Nativity Lutheran Church and Richfield UMC are combining efforts to create understanding, learning, and dialogue between Native and non-Native...Hybrid Church Listening Forum
Nativity is learning what it means to be a Hybrid Church, and we would love to have your feedback...Facebook Live Worship Is Back! + A Call for Moderators
Whether you join us remotely or are looking for an online option during a busy summer season, we’re excited...Help Out with Yard Clean Up at Safe House
We invite you to join us Saturday, June 11th from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. for Yard Clean Up...Hymns in the Park Is Back!
Join Freda Myhrwold and Rainfall with Lee Gilbertson, Duane Johnson, and Michael Forsberg for an evening of singing favorite...Nativity Is Now a RIC Congregation!
On Tuesday, May 17, Nativity Council passed the resolution that Nativity Lutheran Church become a Reconciling in Christ Congregation....Join Us for the Children’s Musical!
The elementary children’s choir invites you to their musical performance of “CALLED” next Sunday, May 22, at 6:30 pm....“Fan Van” Fundraiser
Are you a Fan of Vans? Help the Nativity youth participating in Service & Learning Trips this summer raise...Why Bike 120 Miles?
My name is Joe Williams, and on June 4-5, I will be riding in the 24th Annual Luther Park...Guest Preacher: Pastor Ed Treat
As part of Mental Health Awareness Month, this weekend we welcome Pastor Ed Treat, Executive Director and Founder of...Rev. Kelly Sherman-Conroy to Speak at Local Series
Hennepin Avenue United Methodist Church is partnering with Minnesota Council of Churches to present a three-part series of documentary...RIC Update and Report
On Tuesday, April 19, the Reconciling in Christ (RIC) Core Team presented their Report & Recommendation to Nativity Council....LSS Minnesota Rising Together: 2022 Benefit for Youth
While the past year has presented challenges for all of us in various ways, they have been particularly hard...Stories of Hope: Mental Health Connect Fundraiser Event
Nativity partners with Mental Health Connect (MHC), a collaborative of faith-based communities working together to support community-based resources, provide...Healthy Family Life
May is Mental Health Awareness month, and this month’s Mental Health Connect meeting covers families: “From Family Anxieties &...Kits for Madagascar Work Session
The Global Outreach at Nativity “Days for Girls” Team is planning an event at Nativity to make Days for...We Are Called to Be Stewards of the Earth
Earth Day is April 22, a time to reflect on how we can help reduce the tremendous challenges facing...New Book Discussion for Wednesday AM Bible Study
“Fill your mind with those things that are Good…” (Philippians 4:8.). Nativity has a long tradition of Wednesday morning...Growing through Loss Series
Nativity partners with Growing through Loss, a six-week series that provides information and support for a variety of grief...Holy Week and Easter Worship Schedule
We’re excited that, for the first time in three years, Holy Week worship services are being offered in person...Youth Plant and Flower Sale
It is time again to show winter who’s boss and get your green thumb ready. The youth of Nativity...REJM Video Discussion April 18th
Upcoming Facilitated Zoom Discussion: Monday, April 18, 7:00-8:15 pm, Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88440430739?pwd=elJYVW5mM0tMWXJ2Wkh2QVhDdisvZz09 The Racial Equity and Justice Ministry team...Palm Sunday
Holy Week starts off with Palm Sunday Weekend. In Palm Sunday worship, we remember Jesus entering Jerusalem riding on...Palm Sunday Pancake Breakfast
The youth of Nativity will be holding a Palm Sunday Pancake Breakfast to raise funds for our two Youth...LSS Circle Is Meeting at Last
LSS Circle has good news! We are at last meeting in person after a two-year wait! We will resume...Mental Health Connect’s Annual Fundraiser
Please “save the date” for Mental Health Connect’s annual fundraiser on May 12, from 8:30-9:30 a.m. This year’s theme...MHC April Connect & Communicate Meeting
Get educated about the opioid epidemic. Drug companies are making financial settlements, but the opioid epidemic rages on. Colleen...Feed My Starving Children Packing Event
Turn hunger into hope by packing nutritious meals. Feed My Starving Children partners with other relief organizations around the...Join Letter Writing for Bread for the World
We can be heard better when we speak together to help address hunger here in the U.S. and abroad....RIC Survey Results and Upcoming RIC Forums
The Nativity Reconciling in Christ (RIC) Core Team is pleased to present this summation of the results of the...Volunteers Needed for Little Kitchen Food Shelf
Nativity works weekly on Thursday evenings (5:45-7:30 PM) at the Little Kitchen Food Shelf at Grace Lutheran Church, 1500...Congregational Meeting March 5-6
Nativity Council has called an in-person special meeting of the congregation for the weekend of March 5-6, to consider...New Book Selection: Please Join Us!
The Thursday Morning Book Conversations book group studies contemporary books on topics that challenge and inform our lives as...Mental Health Connect: Addiction & the Opioid Epidemic
There’s not a single place in our country that isn’t affected by addiction and the opioid epidemic. One in...Online Prayer Service for Ukraine
Jesus loves all people. As followers of Christ, our hearts go out to the Ukrainian people and all who...2022 Lenten Theme and Ash Wednesday Worship
Lent is a time in the church year when we dive a bit deeper into our spirituality. This year,...New Book Selection: “Connecting on Tuesdays” Book Group
The Connecting on Tuesdays spring book is Leah D. Schade and Margaret Bullit-Jonas’ ROOTED & RISING: VOICES OF COURAGE...Join Us for the REJM Sponsored Conversation with Winfred Payne
Join Peder Engebretson on Feb. 13, from 9:00-10:00 a.m. via Zoom for a conversation with Winfred Payne, the CEO...Tool Box: Healthy Screen Relationships—Parenting in the Digital Age
Healthy Screen Relationships—Parenting in the Digital Age This event was recorded via zoom. If you would like that link,...4th Annual MLK Day Intergenerational Community Event
This intergenerational, virtual event brings together speakers of all ages as the recited poems, speeches and reflections from Changemakers...Self-Care for the Caregiver: Online Group Opportunity
The online, monthly, drop-in group, Care/Support for the Caregiver, will begin this month. Drew Brooks, Executive Director of Faith...Deep Listening Training
Deep listening training is for people who want to be great listeners and improve their skills for service and...Wednesday A.M. Book Group: AGING FAITHFULLY
Actress Ingrid Bergman said this about aging: “Getting old is like climbing a mountain. You get a little out...Prayer Shawl Group
The Prayer Shawl Group is meeting on the fourth Tuesday of each month. Please join us on January 25, at 6:30 p.m. Our group’s purpose is to knit and/or crochet...Join Us for the Mental Health Connect January Meeting
Nativity Mental Health Connect’s January Connect and Communicate meeting on Thursday, January 6th, from 6:30-7:30 pm will feature Pastor...Christmas Week: Our Worship Theme and Schedule
Emmanuel: God with us, God’s Got a Plan The name Emmanuel first shows up in the book of Isaiah...Service for Hope and Healing
Nativity Mental Health Connect in cooperation with Bethlehem Lutheran Church in Minneapolis invites you to join us for a...Joy to the World: A Celebration of Christmas Carols
All are welcome to attend an enjoyable two-part event celebrating the songs of the Advent/Christmas season on December 8 and 15. Wednesday,...Congregational Meeting for Budget and Election of Council
The annual Congregational Meeting will be held December 4-5, 2021, after all worship hours. You may attend both in...Join Us for Thanksgiving Eve Service
This time of year we give thanks for the many gifts we enjoy in our lives: the bounty of...Bread for the World
Use your words, and hands, to advocate for hunger awareness. Before and after all worship services on Saturday, Oct....Prayer Shawl Knittng Group
All are welcome! Did you know that Nativity has a knitting/crochet small group that meets on the last Tuesday...Welcome Bex Gaunt Nativity’s New Music Director
Bex Gaunt is an award-winning performer, composer, and conductor. As the fiddle player for a GRAMMY® Award-winning Folk band,...Celebrating 25 years of Music Ministry with Retirement
David Livingston is retiring after 40 years of church music ministry, the last 25 years of his ministry at...Coronavirus Update and Masks at Church
Nativity’s Coronavirus medical response team, staff and Council ask that all people continue to wear masks in the building...Volunteering at Little Kitchen Food Shelf
Nativity works weekly on Thursday evenings (5:45-7:30pm) at the Little Kitchen Food Shelf at 1500 6th St NE., Minneapolis....Pre-pack Food for Little Kitchen
Volunteers needed to help pre-pack food for Little Kitchen clients on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10-12 Noon. Nativity serves...VillageFest Parade
Join us for fun in the 2021 VillageFest Parade on Friday August 6th, from 5:30pm to 8:30pm. Meet us...Returning to In-Person Worship
In-person worship resumes beginning May 29-30. Worship will be held at our regular times of Saturdays at 5:30 PM...Healing our City
“Hard is allowed.” News — good and bad — continues to remind us of the long arc we are...Returning to In-Person Worship at Nativity Lutheran Church
We are excited to finally return to indoor, in-person worship starting May 29th and 30th! Nativity’s mission conveys a...Not goodbye
Many of you know that I have been working full time for Nativity as the Marketing/Creative Director for a...Make plans to spend summer with Luther Park!
Luther Park is offering options for all comfortability levels and schedules this summer. Children who have completed grades 1-12...Guest Preacher Katie Slack
Our guest preacher for this weekend (May 8-9, 2021) is the Rev. Katie Slack. Many of you many remember...RIC Core Team Announcement
On March 16, Nativity Council approved the formation of a small group (Core Team) to begin leading Nativity through...Luther Park – Thoughts from a Counselor
Greta Delaune, This past summer looked different for everyone, including the staff at Luther Park. While we were unable...Creation Care Celebration
Join us on April 25th from 10 AM to 12 PM for a Creation Care Celebration. You and your...Our Faith and Care for Creation
We celebrate Earth Day on April 22 every year. For 2021, we take this Earth Day opportunity to reflect...Pandemic Update
This message is an update on when and how we might return to activities and worship in the building....Pandemic Update
Hello, this message is an update on when we might return to face to face worship in the building....Welcome Jearlyn Steele, Nativity Guest Speaker March 21
As part of our efforts to dismantle systemic racism we schedule speakers once a month whose life experiences...Meeting of the Congregation
We normally have a meeting of the congregation in December or early January to approve budget and elect Council...Advent Family Faith Formation – Dec 12 & 13
Advent Family Faith Formation – Dec 12 & 13 Join us each week as a family to celebrate Jesus...Dismantling Systemic Racism
Update on Nativity’s Journey in Dismantling Systemic Racism and other Systemic Injustices An action team from the Nativity community...All Saints Weekend 2020
This year, due to Covid, we are not gathering face to face for All Saints Weekend, but we are...Guest Pastor, Pastor Brian C. Herron Sr.
On March 24, 2004, Brian was licensed to preach; on August 13, 2006 he was ordained. He served as...Introduction To Our Community Stories
Kelly Sherman-Conroy and Kyle Soderberg give some background on Social Justice and Advocacy for Children Youth and Families and...Update for Resuming Face to Face Activities at Nativity
Wondering When Face to Face Activities at Nativity Might Resume? Nativity staff and leaders long to come together, face...Family Faith Formation – June 27 & 28
Family Faith Formation – June 27 & 28 Holy Moly! Calming the Storm Join us each week as a...Will Nativity Resume Face to Face Activities?
On Saturday May 23, Minnesota Governor Tim Walz, with reservation, gave permission for houses of worship to begin meeting...Small Group Zoom Opportunities
I am thankful that we have the opportunity to stay connected to people via video conferencing. Nativity has been...Community Continues Under Suspension Mandate
Suspension of “face to face” activities at Nativity began March 13, 2020 to do our part in honoring God,...Toolbox – “Self Care, Isn’t Selfish”
Join us for a new series that aims to equip parents to model faith for children. Helping children to have...Pastoral Update – Glenn Seefeldt
When I was a child, I remember learning an activity I could do with my hands that illustrated the...Love Neighbor: Join the Contact Care Team
Do you have a gift of reaching out to others and a heart for encouraging people during this challenging...Holy Week & Easter Update – Pastor Glenn Seefeldt
As the three women came to the tomb of Jesus, in the Gospel of Mark, a messenger greets them...Holy Week & Easter Update – Pastor Ben Schori
Hi Nativity, Pastor Ben here! I wanted to make a quick video, here from home, reminding all of you...PASTORAL UPDATE – GLENN SEEFELDT
“Do not fear, for I am with you, do not be afraid, for I am your God; I will...Making Sense of Our Emotions
I am generally aware of my feelings and emotions, but not always especially when I am in my “taking...Palm Sunday Craft & Video Processional
Join us in our traditional Palm Sunday Procession of Palm by video! Even though we can’t be together, we...FINDING OUR NEW NORMAL
Nativity Community Update, Pastor Glenn Seefeldt, March 18, 2020 What a week we have been through. Life as we...Coronavirus – “Do not fear, for I am with you…
Dear Friend of Nativity: As we have continued to monitor and assess the situation regarding the coronavirus over the...Announcing my Deacon Internship at Nativity for 2020
I feel called to serve on the forefront of Outreach and Community Engagement. I strive to support people’s self-empowerment...A Journey Celebrated
Nativity honors the elders of our community by by inviting them to participate fully into the life of the...Palmer Hermundslie Fund – Grant Application
Grant Award Criteria Sponsorship In order that use of the fund be an expression of concern for people on the part...LSS Metro Homeless Youth News & Needs
Metro Homeless Youth Services There are many exciting things happening in our services that support children and youth across...Summer Youth Trips
Service & Learning Trips On a Service & Learning Trip, we serve and we learn. We come into a...Palmer Hermundslie Fund – Grant Application
Grant Award Criteria Sponsorship In order that use of the fund be an expression of concern for people on the part...Summer Youth Trips
Service & Learning Trips On a Service & Learning Trip, we serve and we learn. We come into a...Honoring Marilyn Eberlein As She Retires
Marilyn’s service to Lutheran congregations began when she was in the 9th grade. As the only person who could...Neighborhood Extravaganza
Faces were painted, food was eaten, connections were made, a puppet show was enjoyed, laughs were had, and in...Aging With Gusto!
During the Vital Aging weekend, people over 60 had an opportunity to respond to statements about the aging process....Name the Gadget!
After all the services, June 29 and 30th, people had the opportunity to look at antique kitchen and garage/shop gadgets....Atlanta Service and Learning Trip 2019 – Update Part IV
Our youth continue to explore, learn, grow, and serve in Atlanta this week. On Wednesday they did a Bible...Atlanta Service and Learning Trip 2019 – Update Part III
Our youth continue to explore, learn, grow, and serve in Atlanta this week. We were treated to a guest...Atlanta Service and Learning Trip 2019 – Update Part II
On Sunday our youth were in Birmingham, Alabama to continue their service and learning trip. They are now in...Atlanta Service and Learning Trip 2019 – Update
The youth and leaders have worked their way across a good portion of the U.S. and are now in...Meet Vladimir Poveda…
Nativity’s new intern pastor. Vladimir begins June 15, 2019. Vladimir and his wife Sarah and their three children are...AMMPARO Migrant Children
Get involved Pray for the safety of migrant children and families on the journey and for justice as they reach...LENT 2019 – Faith & Social Justice: Why?
On Wednesdays March 13, 20, 27 April 3 & 10 guest presenters will examine the implications of what it...NE Senior Services Visit
Nativity is a Vital Aging community—providing spiritual and practical resources to enhance the aging process. As part of Nativity’s...Kitbull – Pixar SparkShorts
Don’t let your fears get in the way of friendships. Be courageous… Love courageously. Movie Night Recap
The first Anti Racism Team (ART) Friday night movie of 2019 watched Harvest of Empire film. It was a...Women in Action – Days for Girls
A group of 19 women with Nativity Women in Action group gathered Sunday 2/10 to prepare postpartum kits for...RACE, RELIGION, and RESPONSE: AN EVENING WITH JIM WALLIS
Several members of the Nativity Community attended the presentation and panel discussion featuring Jim Wallis on January 12 at...Goats Gracing Nativity
Nativity Lutheran Church is in the process of redesigning our green space. We want to expand our vegetable gardens...Nativity Has A Heart for the Homeless
Over the past 5 years members of our Nativity Community have very generously contributed to Lutheran Social Service Metro...Nativity Sustainability/Environment Outreach Team – Front Entry Plan
Nativity Garden Vision Our vision for Nativity front entry: We see a front entry experience that is welcoming, safe,...Dragonfly Packets
On June 20 we had a great group of people join us at Nativity to help assemble DRAGONFLY PROJECT PACKETS....Fresh Produce for Food Shelves
Nativity supports the Little Kitchen and NEED food. People from the Hunger Outreach Team are looking for fresh produce to...Quarters Add Up!
Did you know that the Wednesday A.M. Bible Study group makes the M&M tube containers available to the group...Jodi Dean Has Accepted A Position With Another Organization
After 14 years at Nativity Church it’s time for me to try a new adventure. I am sad, grateful,...Intertwine Says "Thank you."
The Intertwine community shared a moment of gratitude for Nativity’s ongoing support at our Sunday gathering at Water Bar...Luther Park Camping and Retreat Center
Luther Park Camping and Retreat Center is celebrating their 60th anniversary this year. Nativity Lutheran Church has been a...Tori Setterholm Retires
On May 19 & 20, 2018, Nativity will say “Thank You” to Tori Setterholm for her 11 years of...Hunger Outreach Team
In the month of March the Hunger Outreach Team at Nativity will be offering opportunities to participate and support...Celebrating an Amazing Extravaganza!
Over 300 people from Nativity and the community joined us for the Neighborhood Extravaganza at Windom Park on Wednesday,...This Is Your Sibling: The Book of Philemon
Note: Because of technical issues this weekend, we were unable to livestream our worship. Pastor Glenn preached on the...Celebrating Summer Stretch!
It was a week of big fun and big impact! Last week during Nativity’s Summer Stretch program, 49 middle...Hope Overflowing: Our Holy Week & Easter Weekend
If you missed our Easter worship–or would like to enjoy the message and music again, we invite you to...Celebrating Christmas 2024 Album
This Christmas, Nativity welcomed over 1000 members, guests, and visitors for Christmas Eve and Christmas Day worship. We’re grateful...Thank You, Nativity!
As we journey through this Advent season, a time of hope, preparation, and anticipation, we are reminded of our...Celebrating a Great Trunk-or-Treat Event!
Last Saturday afternoon, Nativity hosted its annual Trunk or Treat event in our West Parking Lot. We were blessed...Celebrating “God’s Work. Our Hands.” Weekend
We’re grateful for a fun and impactful weekend as Nativity celebrated “God’s Work. Our Hands.” last weekend. Thank you...Celebrating an Amazing Extravaganza!
(Thank you to Nativity member Steve Campbell for serving as photographer of the event and to Linda Hausmann and...Thank You for Supporting Our Youth!
This month is travel season for Nativity’s youth! On July 7, the middle schoolers and chaperones left for their...Sharing a Great Evening with Redeemer Lutheran!
On June 26, nearly 80 members of Nativity and Redeemer Lutheran Church gathered for good food and great company...A Big Dragonfly Thank You!
On May 4th, The Dragonfly Project celebrated 22 years of spreading our mission of hope. We’re grateful to Nativity...Congratulations to Nativity Scholarship Recipients!
The Nativity Scholarship Committee is pleased to award eight scholarships for the 2024-2025 academic year to the following student...Thank You for Supporting Bimosedaa’s New Residents!
Nativity members responded with awesome generosity to a donation call for household and personal care items to support new...Palm Weekend (and Pancake!) Highlights
This Palm Sunday weekend, we celebrated with the procession of palms and the music of North Shore Brass. We...Celebrating Global Outreach’s Projects and Partnerships for Lahaina, Maui
Steve and Nancy Laible are shown in the attached image delivering children’s books and a $2,500 grant to Rick...A Dragonfly Project Thank You!
The Dragonfly Project team thanks everyone for their help at our packing events this month. We made over 2000...Celebrating “Sweets for Sharing”!
THANK YOU, Nativity, for making the 2023 Sweets for Sharing a success! Over 30 volunteers baked cookies and treats,...Faith Stories: “Smiles and Tears”
Tears were beginning to trickle down her face as a stuffie comforted her. I knelt next to her, asking,...Faith Stories: “A Surprise Ending”
Cars lined both sides of the street, and I felt content as I meandered through the crowds gathered for...Faith Stories: A Funeral Conversation
Have you ever noticed someone staring at you? I noticed her as she was making her way into the...Faith Stories of Nativity: “Edible Caterpillars”
I noticed him walking slowly next to his dad, holding his carefully crafted edible caterpillar in front of him....Celebrating a Cold & Successful Trunk or Treat!
Thank you to everyone who decorated trunks, attended the event, or contributed time and candy this past weekend for...Results and Resources from 3-Part Series: Standing Against Christian Nationalism
Recap: With growing concern over the Christian Nationalist movement, a mix of local clergy and lay leaders gathered to...Check Out Nativity’s New Advocacy Library!
Nativity’s Resource Library (located in Room 215) has been a source of spiritual deepening to many in the congregation...Celebrating a Successful Neighborhood Extravaganza!
Over 150 people from Nativity and the community joined us for the Neighborhood Extravaganza at Windom Park on Wednesday!...Service Spotlight: Nativity Member Foster Quehl
With winter finally passed, it’s easier to linger and enjoy the church grounds, including the flowering crabapples, blooming tulips,...Celebrating Children’s Music Ministry!
Thank you to the Children’s Choir and Nativity’s Director of Children’s Music Ministry, Karla Reiland, for their wonderful performance...Let’s Keep the IDI Momentum Going!
We appreciated everyone turning out for last weekend’s IDI event. Over 85 people joined us last Sunday to explore...Grateful for an Inspiring Ordination Weekend!
Last weekend our community celebrated the ordination of Kyle Soderberg, Nativity’s Deacon of Outreach and Organizational Development. We’re grateful...Annual Meeting 2023 Summary
The 65th Annual Meeting of Nativity Lutheran Church was held on February 11, 2023, at 6:30 pm in the...Gratitude for a Great Summer with Youth and Families!
As we officially move into fall today, our Children, Youth, and Family Ministries wanted to share one last goodbye...Thank you, Nativity!
Last weekend Nativity celebrated the annual ELCA-wide “God’s Work. Our Hands.” We were happy to welcome new individuals and...Celebrating Our Time Together
Wow, what a Holy Week & Easter journey we had here at Nativity! Over $2,000 raised for youth summer...Holy Week and Easter Worship Schedule
We’re excited that, for the first time in three years, Holy Week worship services are being offered in person...Youth Plant and Flower Sale
It is time again to show winter who’s boss and get your green thumb ready. The youth of Nativity...Christmas Eve Worship Times
Christmas Eve 3:00 pm Family Worship 5:00 pm Candlelight Worship 7:00 pm Candlelight with Holy Communion 9:00 pm Candlelight...Welcome!
We are so glad to celebrate with you! The last weekend of September we baptized 4 new members into...Meet Jeanne Cotter, Principal Accompanist
Jeanne Cotter is a commanding presence in the American catholic church as well as many mainline Protestant churches. She...Prayer Shawl Knittng Group
All are welcome! Did you know that Nativity has a knitting/crochet small group that meets on the last Tuesday...Nativity Civil Rights Tour Video Presentations
Mark and Leslie Swiggum’s retirement passion and mission is to invite others to join them on a journey where...Kids Create 2021 Recap
During the week of July 26-29, 2021, Kids Create Camp welcomed 25 elementary school students to celebrate the theme...The Superpower of Trees
In case you missed it, join us for three short presentations on the superpower of trees. To connect with...“Thank You” from Cross of Glory after Daunte Wright death
Dear Friends of Nativity, On behalf of the Cross of Glory and Brooklyn Center community I wanted to extend...“Thank you” from the Minneapolis Area Synod
March 2021 Dear People of God at Nativity Lutheran; I write to thank you for your generosity. In a...Update Regarding Return to Face to Face Activities
Nativity Lutheran Church of St Anthony MN. will begin holding activities in our building for of 25 or less...Caring for Creation: April is Sustainability Month at Nativity
Nativity has a deep and passionate commitment to care for creation. CLICK HERE to view a PDF of some...LSS Christmas Outreach Update
Nativity Outreach for LSS Metro Homeless Youth Services What an incredible gift from Nativity! We are thrilled to tell...Shirley Bradway shares her story
Shirley is one of our Lutheran Partnership Outreach Team leaders For more information: https://www.nativitychurch.org/serve/local/lutheran-partnerships-outreach-team/Ashok Chattopadhyay shares his story
Ashok is one of our Hunger Outreach Team leaders For more information: https://www.nativitychurch.org/serve/local/hunger-outreach-team/Trudie Houwman shares her story
Trudie is one of our Homelessness Outreach Team leaders For more information: https://www.nativitychurch.org/serve/local/homelessness-outreach-team/Jacob Pearce shares his story
Jacob is one of our CYF Youth leaders and Homelessness Outreach Team leader for People Serving People. For more...Allison Woodwick shares her story
Allison is one of our Hunger Outreach Team leaders for Little Kitchen Food Shelf. For more information: https://www.nativitychurch.org/serve/local/hunger-outreach-team/Ephraim Olani shares his story
Ephraim is one of our Interfaith-Intercultural Outreach Team leaders for our Sub-Saharan African Youth & Family Services. For more...Pat Hendricks shares her story
Pat is on staff at Nativity and is one of our Care and Support Outreach Team leaders for our...Grace Gee shares her story
Grace is one of our Interfaith-Intercultural Outreach Team leaders for our Racial Equity and Justice Ministry. For more information:...Pandemic Update.
A pandemic is a defining moment in history but let us not be defined by a virus but by...Responding to Racism
The death of George Floyd was senseless and the world is outraged by this act of violence against a...A Response to Tragedy
The Nativity community is deeply grieved by the killing of George Floyd and the actions and inaction of the...Nativity Staff are “Freshening up” the Building
Some of the staff have been busy cleaning and organizing around the church. A few were caught on camera....Nativity Hosts its First Zoom Bible Study!
History was made today at Nativity Church as 17 people embarked on a virtual Bible study. While many had...GOOD NEWS APPLIED TO LIFE – DEVOTIONS & PRAYER WITH DEACON INTERN, KYLE SODERBERG
I woke up this morning to a pleasant feeling. My wife, Janell, rolled out of bed, took the pup...Adult Faith Formation Update
The weekly book and Bible studies are continuing using email. Tuesday Book Study continues with Richard Rohr’s, Universal Christ....Flippin Out Over The Success of our Pancake Breakfast
We sold 199 tickets sold for the pancake breakfast. After expenses, our total earned for the youth trips is...A Presentation on Music Therapy
On October 30th, Lara Hermanson, music therapist for Cherrywood Pointe Senior Housing, spoke to a group of 30 on...A Journey Celebrated
Nativity honors the elders of our community by by inviting them to participate fully into the life of the...A Journey Celebrated
Thank you to all who attended our recent “Celebrate the Journey” worship service and lunch to honor our senior...Nativity Quilters Remember
Nativity’s Quilters have donated hundreds of quilts to people all over the world. The group began in September 1967...Beer and Hymns Follow up.
There were 45 people from 12 congregations who enjoyed a fun evening at Beer and Hymns! Rainfall made a...Nativity Front Entry
Our Sustainability/Environment Outreach Team continues to make progress on our front entry. Here are a few pictures of it...MENTAL HEALTH CONNECT BREAKFAST
Early morning on June 4, 17 persons from our Nativity Community attended the Mental Health Connect fundraiser breakfast at...Beer and Hymns Follow up.
Another successful evening for Beer and Hymns! 54 people attended from 8 different congregations. The event continues to bring...Nativity Adults Ask Some of Today’s Tough Questions
Through small group reflection and conversation, Nativity folks are challenged by spiritual questions. What does it mean to grow...March Shark Madness was a hit!
A group of 30 or so gathered early evening, eager to bond, connect, and offer a world of support....Beer & Hymns
Another successful evening for Beer and Hymns! 43 people attended from 9 different congregations. A special thank you goes...Immigration Yesterday and Today
Members of the Wednesday AM Bible Study spent a session looking at the exhibit on recent immigrants, and comparing...Hearing Loss Presentation
Thirty six people attended Popular Topics on Sunday, February 3rd to hear Dr. Rolf Skogerboe, Ear/Nose/Throat surgeon. Dr. Skogerboe...Dignity Brew
On Thursday, January 24, about 75 individuals, including many members of the Nativity Community gathered at La Doña Cerveceria for...S.A.L.T. & Fleece
On December 14th the Student Action Leadership Team (S.A.L.T.) hosted 23 high school students in a night to support...Days for Girls – Recap
The Global Mission Outreach Team thanks the Nativity community for supporting the Days for Girls (female hygiene kits) project....God's Work. Our Hands – Recap
On September 9, members of our Nativity Community participated in God’s Work Our Hands projects. 15 volunteers painted and...NATIVITY’S COMMUNITY OUTREACH WAS ON PARADE
Nativity made a big impression with over 100 people participating in the St Anthony Village Fest Parade. Nativity’s strength...Why do I give? -Mitch Granholm
My wife Rachel and her family have been members of Nativity for over 30 years. I was fortunate enough...Why do I give? -Luke Juhl
My family and I have been members at Nativity for a number of years and our children also attend...Why do I give? -Rachel Dungca
I have been thinking about what my family has received from Nativity and why we give to Nativity. The...Did you know…
From 2011 to 2020, 10,00 people will turn 65 every day By 2020, people over 65 will comprise 20%...Why do I give? -Lisa Blanksma
Pastor Glenn invited me to speak on why I give to Nativity. Today there seems to be so many...Nativity Lutheran Scholarship Awards – 2018-2019
The Nativity Lutheran College Scholarship Committee is pleased to award scholarships for the 2018-2019 school year to the following...Nativity Lutheran Scholarships
Thank you. Last spring, I graduated from Augsburg College (now, Augsburg University) with my degree in youth & family...UPDATE on The Bangladesh School Project
The Bangladesh School Project is part of the Nativity Lutheran Church Global Outreach Team. It is important to note...Eastside Meals on Wheels
Meals on Wheels programs have existed in the Twin Cities for over 40 years providing nutritious home-delivered meals and...Bringing You a Message of Hope
It was another busy weekend at Nativity. One of the highlights – The Sixteenth Annual Dragonfly Project Celebration and...CAN WE TALK ABOUT GUNS? A CONVERSATION GUIDE
An conversation guide about guns in our society. by Lindsey Peterson OPEN THE CONVERSATION GUIDE DOWNLOAD THE...Leah Reddy In The News!
By Terry Blain Special to the Star Tribune Leah Reddy plays Nancy Kerrigan in the “Tonya & Nancy” opera. It...Welcome Joanne Griffin to Nativity Staff
Joanne will oversee the “Belonging” process, a process of helping people to feel connected as part of the Nativity...Year-End Giving
2017 Giving Statements through the end of November were mailed out earlier this week. Are you considering your year-end...Nativity Staffing Update
Welcome Gail Bergsven and Pat Hendricks to Nativity staff! Gail will serve as Director of Community Partnerships and Staff...Nativity Calls Pastor Ben Schori
Pastor Ben Schori will begin his work at Nativity November 20, 2017. On the weekend of October 7-8, 2017,...How Can We Pray For You?
We have a prayer team that would love to pray for you during this season.