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YOUR GIFTS ARE NEEDED TO SUPPORT OUR COMMUNITY
Give because you are inspired by the love of God.
—Second Corinthians 9:13
21 May
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... 17 May
Healing our City
“Hard is allowed.” News — good and bad — continues to remind us of the long arc we are... 14 May
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... 14 May
Not goodbye
Many of you know that I have been working full time for Nativity as the Marketing/Creative Director for a... 10 May
Mental Health Awareness Month – Mood Boosters
May is Mental Health Awareness Month This week, Nativity Mental Health Connect is focusing on the importance of socialization... 6 May
Work day at Luther Park
Join us for spring clean-up and summer preparations Saturday, May 15, 2021. We are opening up our summer facilities... 5 May
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... 5 May
Town Meeting
Nativity will hold a town meeting via ZOOM May 16, 10:30 – 11:15 AM. Our primary agenda it to... 4 May
Guest Preacher Katie Slack
Our guest preacher for this weekend (May 8-9, 2021) is the Rev. Katie Slack. Many of you many remember... 30 April
Nativity Lutheran College Scholarships
Did you know that Nativity awards college scholarships each year? These scholarships are available to any Nativity member attending... 30 April
RIC Core Team Announcement
On March 16, Nativity Council approved the formation of a small group (Core Team) to begin leading Nativity through... 20 April
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... 16 April
Creation Care Celebration
Join us on April 25th from 10 AM to 12 PM for a Creation Care Celebration. You and your... 13 April
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... 9 April
Welcome Reverend Jenny Sung, Nativity Guest Speaker April 11, 2021
Rev. Jenny Sung serves at St. Andrews Lutheran Church in Mahtomedi as Pastor of Outreach and MIssions. She is... 1 April
Pandemic Update
This message is an update on when and how we might return to activities and worship in the building.... 17 March
Pandemic Update
Hello, this message is an update on when we might return to face to face worship in the building.... 12 March
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... 19 February
Lent 2021- World Hunger & 40 Days of Giving
Join us during lent as we focus on Hunger in our local and worldwide communities with help from the... 18 February
Christine Belfrey will be our guest speaker for our weekend worship – February 20th & 21st
As part of our efforts to dismantle systemic racism we schedule speakers once a month whose life experiences are... 25 January
January Family Advocacy Week – Racial Justice
January Family Advocacy Week- Racial Justice JANUARY 25-29th, 2021 Join us this week as we hear how people SHOW... 15 January
No, I will not be quiet. Yes, it does hurt.
Join us Martin Luther King Jr. weekend worship as we welcome our guest pastor, The Rev. Angela T. Khabeb.... 8 January
Meeting of the Congregation
We normally have a meeting of the congregation in December or early January to approve budget and elect Council... 12 December
Advent Family Faith Formation – Dec 12 & 13
Advent Family Faith Formation – Dec 12 & 13 Join us each week as a family to celebrate Jesus... 25 November
ELCA Good Gifts
Rethink traditional gift-giving this Christmas. Give gifts that keep on giving. Support Global communities in ending World Hunger. More... 25 November
Christmas in Christ Chapel 2020 “Healer of the Nations, Come”.
Greetings, everyone! I hope this email finds you all well and doing well. Our regular monthly “Connect and Communicate”... 30 October
Nativity Christmas Outreach for Metro Youth who are homeless
Nativity Christmas Outreach for Youth who are homeless will take place again this year despite COVID. In fact, all... 26 October
Family Advocacy Week- October 26-30
October Family Advocacy Week- Global Ministry OCTOBER 26-30th, 2020 Join us this week as we hear stories, read stories, ... 20 October
Dismantling Systemic Racism
Update on Nativity’s Journey in Dismantling Systemic Racism and other Systemic Injustices An action team from the Nativity community... 16 October
All Saints Weekend 2020
This year, due to Covid, we are not gathering face to face for All Saints Weekend, but we are... 16 October
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... 13 September
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... 29 June
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... 26 June
Family Faith Formation – June 27 & 28
Family Faith Formation – June 27 & 28 Holy Moly! Calming the Storm Join us each week as a... 19 June
Nativity’s Mask Making Campaign
Be a part of Nativity’s mask making campaign! Our goal is to make 700 masks in anticipation of our... 9 June
Zion Lutheran Community Food Pantry
Zion Lutheran Church, located on the corner of Pillsbury and West 33rd Street – 128 West 33rd Street, Minneapolis,... 2 June
Mental Health Connect – Upcoming Events
Spiritual Practices and Mental Health During Covid 19: A Zoom Presentation Monday June 8th 6:30-8:00 PM Presenter: Dan Wolpert. Dan... 29 May
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... 22 May
Small Group Zoom Opportunities
I am thankful that we have the opportunity to stay connected to people via video conferencing. Nativity has been... 15 May
2020 Benefit for Youth
Hope starts with a single step. Tuesday, May 19, 2020 You are invited to join LSS on a journey... 27 April
Help needed in working 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. It... 27 April
Donations for Street Works
The Women in Action group and the Nativity community is joining Intertwine in collecting donations for Street Works, a... 24 April
Community Continues Under Suspension Mandate
Suspension of “face to face” activities at Nativity began March 13, 2020 to do our part in honoring God,... 17 April
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... 17 April
Pastoral Update – Glenn Seefeldt
When I was a child, I remember learning an activity I could do with my hands that illustrated the... 16 April
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... 10 April
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... 10 April
Please join the Nativity Tag Team!
Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota is asking for homemade cloth masks for their direct care staff and volunteers. So... 31 March
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... 28 March
PASTORAL UPDATE – GLENN SEEFELDT
“Do not fear, for I am with you, do not be afraid, for I am your God; I will... 28 March
Making Sense of Our Emotions
I am generally aware of my feelings and emotions, but not always especially when I am in my “taking... 27 March
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... 25 March
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... 20 March
FINDING OUR NEW NORMAL
Nativity Community Update, Pastor Glenn Seefeldt, March 18, 2020 What a week we have been through. Life as we... 13 March
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... 27 January
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... 30 December
ELCA Good Gifts
An idea from the Nativity Hunger Outreach Team The average American spends more than $700 on Christmas gifts each... 12 November
A Journey Celebrated
Nativity honors the elders of our community by by inviting them to participate fully into the life of the... 12 November
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... 12 November
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... 11 November
Summer Youth Trips
Service & Learning Trips On a Service & Learning Trip, we serve and we learn. We come into a... 6 November
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... 31 October
Summer Youth Trips
Service & Learning Trips On a Service & Learning Trip, we serve and we learn. We come into a... 15 October
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... 4 October
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... 11 July
Neighborhood Extravaganza
Faces were painted, food was eaten, connections were made, a puppet show was enjoyed, laughs were had, and in... 30 June
Aging With Gusto!
During the Vital Aging weekend, people over 60 had an opportunity to respond to statements about the aging process.... 30 June
Name the Gadget!
After all the services, June 29 and 30th, people had the opportunity to look at antique kitchen and garage/shop gadgets.... 28 June
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... 26 June
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... 25 June
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... 24 June
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... 7 June
Meet Vladimir Poveda…
Nativity’s new intern pastor. Vladimir begins June 15, 2019. Vladimir and his wife Sarah and their three children are... 25 April
AMMPARO Migrant Children
Get involved Pray for the safety of migrant children and families on the journey and for justice as they reach... 13 March
LENT 2019 – Faith & Social Justice: Why?
On Wednesdays March 13, 20, 27 April 3 & 10 guest presenters will examine the implications of what it... 13 March
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... 20 February
Kitbull – Pixar SparkShorts
Don’t let your fears get in the way of friendships. Be courageous… Love courageously. 19 February
Movie Night Recap
The first Anti Racism Team (ART) Friday night movie of 2019 watched Harvest of Empire film. It was a... 13 February
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... 24 January
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... 30 July
Goats Gracing Nativity
Nativity Lutheran Church is in the process of redesigning our green space. We want to expand our vegetable gardens... 27 July
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... 17 July
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,... 21 June
Dragonfly Packets
On June 20 we had a great group of people join us at Nativity to help assemble DRAGONFLY PROJECT PACKETS.... 12 June
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... 7 June
Quarters Add Up!
Did you know that the Wednesday A.M. Bible Study group makes the M&M tube containers available to the group... 24 May
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,... 23 May
Intertwine Says "Thank you."
The Intertwine community shared a moment of gratitude for Nativity’s ongoing support at our Sunday gathering at Water Bar... 18 May
LSS Circle
The Lutheran Social Service Circle Met on Thursday May 17. In addition to learning more about the services of LSS.... 7 May
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... 26 April
Tori Setterholm Retires
On May 19 & 20, 2018, Nativity will say “Thank You” to Tori Setterholm for her 11 years of... 16 February
Hunger Outreach Team
In the month of March the Hunger Outreach Team at Nativity will be offering opportunities to participate and support... 12 June
The Superpower of Trees
In case you missed it, join us for three short presentations on the superpower of trees. To connect with... 21 May
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... 4 May
“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... 21 April
“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... 16 April
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... 9 April
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... 11 December
LSS Christmas Outreach Update
Nativity Outreach for LSS Metro Homeless Youth Services What an incredible gift from Nativity! We are thrilled to tell... 6 November
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/ 6 November
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/ 21 September
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/ 21 September
Jacob Pearce shares his story
Jacob is one of our CYF Youth leaders and Homelessness Outreach Team leader for People Serving People. For more... 21 September
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/ 21 September
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... 16 September
Pat Hendricks shares her story
Pat is on staff at Nativity and is one of our Care and Support Outreach Team leaders for our... 15 September
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:... 13 September
Homelessness Outreach Team at Safehouse
Our Homelessness Outreach Team did God’s work with their hands today at Safe House. 7 July
Nativity Called, Nativity Listened.
Reflecting on our Project to Contact Every Household During Covid-19, to be the Living Christ to One Another by Joanne... 2 July
Pandemic Update.
A pandemic is a defining moment in history but let us not be defined by a virus but by... 5 June
Responding to Racism
The death of George Floyd was senseless and the world is outraged by this act of violence against a... 3 June
Nativity Lutheran College Scholarships 2020 – 2021
The Nativity College Scholarship Committee is proud to announce this year’s recipients of ELCA College Scholarships for the 2020-2021... 29 May
A Response to Tragedy
The Nativity community is deeply grieved by the killing of George Floyd and the actions and inaction of the... 19 May
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.... 24 April
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... 16 April
NATIVITY CARES – PUTTING FAITH INTO ACTION
Of course we care, but it’s still important to recognize, honor, and celebrate the wonderful efforts of our community!... 1 April
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... 20 March
Vital Aging: Caring for Nativity’s Seniors
Nativity cares deeply for those who are seniors and those who are vulnerable. Many people feel isolated under this... 19 March
Nativity Community Outreach Teams Update
Outreach Leaders & Ministers, Thank you for your continued faith, generous spirits, and compassionate hearts. I hope you, your... 19 March
Adult Faith Formation Update
The weekly book and Bible studies are continuing using email. Tuesday Book Study continues with Richard Rohr’s, Universal Christ.... 28 February
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... 21 February
Nativity Partners with Mental Health Connect
Mental Health Connect is an inter-faith collaborative that works to help individuals and families get connected to the mental... 27 December
LSS Circle Christmas Outreach 2019
This year’s outreach to provide needed items for the Lutheran Social Services of Minnesota (LSS) Metro Homeless Youth program... 20 November
Abundant Harvest – Chef-Inspired Recipes
On Saturday, November 9th we filled our Fellowship Hall with both wonderful people and wonderful smells for our Abundant... 11 November
A Presentation on Music Therapy
On October 30th, Lara Hermanson, music therapist for Cherrywood Pointe Senior Housing, spoke to a group of 30 on... 11 November
A Journey Celebrated
Nativity honors the elders of our community by by inviting them to participate fully into the life of the... 18 October
A Journey Celebrated
Thank you to all who attended our recent “Celebrate the Journey” worship service and lunch to honor our senior... 4 October
Nativity Quilters Remember
Nativity’s Quilters have donated hundreds of quilts to people all over the world. The group began in September 1967... 13 August
Beer and Hymns Follow up.
There were 45 people from 12 congregations who enjoyed a fun evening at Beer and Hymns! Rainfall made a... 25 June
Nativity Front Entry
Our Sustainability/Environment Outreach Team continues to make progress on our front entry. Here are a few pictures of it... 6 June
MENTAL HEALTH CONNECT BREAKFAST
Early morning on June 4, 17 persons from our Nativity Community attended the Mental Health Connect fundraiser breakfast at... 4 June
Beer and Hymns Follow up.
Another successful evening for Beer and Hymns! 54 people attended from 8 different congregations. The event continues to bring... 10 April
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... 3 April
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.... 2 April
Beer & Hymns
Another successful evening for Beer and Hymns! 43 people attended from 9 different congregations. A special thank you goes... 22 February
Immigration Yesterday and Today
Members of the Wednesday AM Bible Study spent a session looking at the exhibit on recent immigrants, and comparing... 5 February
Hearing Loss Presentation
Thirty six people attended Popular Topics on Sunday, February 3rd to hear Dr. Rolf Skogerboe, Ear/Nose/Throat surgeon. Dr. Skogerboe... 28 January
Dignity Brew
On Thursday, January 24, about 75 individuals, including many members of the Nativity Community gathered at La Doña Cerveceria for... 21 December
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... 9 October
Days for Girls – Recap
The Global Mission Outreach Team thanks the Nativity community for supporting the Days for Girls (female hygiene kits) project.... 3 October
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... 10 August
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... 30 July
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... 17 July
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... 13 June
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... 7 June
Did you know…
From 2011 to 2020, 10,00 people will turn 65 every day By 2020, people over 65 will comprise 20%... 30 May
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... 25 May
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... 24 May
Nativity Lutheran Scholarships
Thank you. Last spring, I graduated from Augsburg College (now, Augsburg University) with my degree in youth & family... 7 May
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... 2 April
Eastside Meals on Wheels
Meals on Wheels programs have existed in the Twin Cities for over 40 years providing nutritious home-delivered meals and... 20 March
Bringing You a Message of Hope
It was another busy weekend at Nativity. One of the highlights – The Sixteenth Annual Dragonfly Project Celebration and... 3 March
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... 26 February
Leah Reddy In The News!
By Terry Blain Special to the Star Tribune Leah Reddy plays Nancy Kerrigan in the “Tonya & Nancy” opera. It... 24 January
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... 8 December
Year-End Giving
2017 Giving Statements through the end of November were mailed out earlier this week. Are you considering your year-end... 26 October
Nativity Staffing Update
Welcome Gail Bergsven and Pat Hendricks to Nativity staff! Gail will serve as Director of Community Partnerships and Staff... 19 October
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.
Upcoming Events
Join us on Zoom for coffee, conversation, and fellowship with the pastors following our 9am Sunday worship.
Welcome to Nativity
Worship: Saturday, 5:30pm. Sunday, 8:00am, 9:00am & 10:30am. Wednesday, 6:15pm
