Adult Enrichment and Faith Formation

Adult Faith Formation/Enrichment Groups and Leaders: For specific programs, read the weekend News to Note or contact Pat Hendricks, Coordinator of Adult Faith Formation and Vital Aging at bppat127@gmail.com or (763) 221-8149

Drawing Closer to God through Education and Faith Formation:

Vital Aging: Nativity values its senior members. Many of the enrichment opportunities are during the day to accommodate retirement or semi-retirement schedules. Contact Pat Hendricks at bppat127@gmail.com or (763) 221-8149.

Spiritual Coaching: A one to one ministry with a trained spiritual director with the purpose of questioning and growing in faith while balancing the challenges of life.  Contact Pat Hendricks at bppat127@gmail.com  or (763) 221-8149.

Studying God’s Word through Bible Studies

Wednesday Morning Bible Study: Every Wednesday 10:00-11:30am. A study of the scriptures, including historical context and ways they apply today. Pat Hendricks, bppat127@gmail.com C: 763-221-8149.

Learning How God Enters Life through Book Studies

Thursday Morning Book Study: Every Thursday, 9:30-11:00am. A study of contemporary books on topics that challenge and inform our life as followers of Jesus.  Julie Bonde, madjules@gmail.com, C: 612-716-5538.

Saturday at Nine Book Group: Every Saturday, 8:30-10:00 am via Zoom. A study of contemporary books on topics that challenge and inform our life as Christians. The group is a forum for growing deeper in one’s faith through hearing others’ stories. Contact Jerry Hoffman, jerjo.hoffman@gmail.com, (612) 788-1300.

Social Justice Book Club: Each Tuesday 9:30-10:30 am via Zoom. To learn more or get the Zoom link, contact Paula Biessener at paulabgolfer@icloud.com.

Suggest a Book

“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 similar-aged children in a discussion about their parenting joys, challenges, and […]

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 disciples and us, that the Holy Spirit will live among us […]

News

  • Spring Family Faith Formation – May 5, 2024
    Spring Family Faith Formation – May 5 Join us this Eastertide season & celebrate the new life in Jesus together! Pick from watching our Welcome Videos, Worship Together, Reading the Bible, Talk About It, Family Activities, Pray Together and Bless Each Other – or do them all! Welcome Videos Start with a Welcome Video from Miss Karla Worship Together Share in ...
  • Weekend Prayers – May 4-5, 2024
    PRAY… Below are the names of those we pray for this week. If you have a prayer request, please fill out the form here: www.nativitychurch.org/prayer-request/, or call (612) 781-2766. The following names were correct as of May 3, 2024: Prayers of Healing for: Kim Morelli, Jace Blanchard, Gloria Janousek, Michelle Walbon, Jim Griffin, Ardy Voss, Eric Hinkle, Sue Sorenson, Bryan ...
  • 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 challenges and that they can benefit from our appropriate and timely help and care. These ministries promote awareness of local resources and offer both educational programming and support opportunities. The Mental Health and Wellness Outreach Team would ...
  • “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 similar-aged children in a discussion about their parenting joys, challenges, and questions.
  • 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 disciples and us, that the Holy Spirit will live among us and provide comfort and guidance. But who is this Spirit? Why haven’t we, as Lutherans, spent more time learning about this advocate? Is the Spirit ...
  • 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 leader who is certified in art therapy and has a certification from Yale University in the Science of Well-Being for creative techniques for releasing life stresses with mindful artistic expression. Jessi also has a personal story ...
  • 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 meals include a side, drinks, salad, veggies/fruit, and dessert. Gluten-free and vegetarian options will be available. May 1: Fried Chicken May 8: Italian Beef Sandwiches May 15: Pizza May 22: Brats and Hot Dogs
  • Weekend Prayers – April 27-28, 2024
    PRAY… Below are the names of those we pray for this week. If you have a prayer request, please fill out the form here: www.nativitychurch.org/prayer-request/, or call (612) 781-2766. The following names were correct as of April 26, 2024: Prayers of Healing for: Ardy Voss, Eric Hinkle, Sue Sorenson, David Stefanowics, Bryan Griffin, Jim Anderson, Margaret Bauman, Dean Affeldt, Alan ...
  • 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 see the children’s choirs spread a little sunshine! Everyone is invited to their spring musical, “Light It Up!”, written by Gina Boe.
  • Presentation on Memory Loss
    May 1, 10:30-11:30 am | Nativity Commons & Zoom People often ask: “What is normal memory loss, and what is not normal?” Our guest speaker, Amy House, will explain the normal changes in our minds as we age, and what changes might be signs of dementia or other illnesses. Amy is a Certified Dementia Practitioner ...