Nativity Front Entry
Our Sustainability/Environment Outreach Team continues to make progress on our front entry. Here are a few pictures of it all coming together. Stop by and have a look for yourself.
MENTAL HEALTH CONNECT BREAKFAST
Early morning on June 4, 17 persons from our Nativity Community attended the Mental Health Connect fundraiser breakfast at Mt Olivet Lutheran Church. The program involved communication about the important work being done by Mental Health Connect along with individuals sharing their challenges when faced with personal mental illness and mental illness of family members.
Nativity Lutheran Church joined the Mental Health Connect collaboration of 12 faith-based organizations in late 2018. The mission of Mental Health Connect is to:
- Get persons in need to the right resources in an efficient manner
- Reduce the stigma of mental illness through education and awareness
If you would like more information about Mental Health Connect, contact the ambassadors representing Nativity Lutheran Church to Mental Health Connect – Gail Bergsven, ggantz1@aol.com ..651-329-446, Kurt Bachmayer , kurt.bachmayer@gmail.com, 612-865-7994, and Lisa Dalke,ljdalke@gmail.com, 612-805-6522
NOTE: there will be a navigator from Mental Health Connect available Sunday morning, June 9,between services.
Beer and Hymns Follow up.
Another successful evening for Beer and Hymns! 54 people attended from 8
different congregations. The event continues to bring new attendees and
musicians!
The next Beer and Hymns is scheduled for Monday August 5th.
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 in faith? What do you do when you know God is there but you can’t feel it? How does God use ordinary people? How does faith initiate and support social action? What is church? Is there a “one size fits all” church? How does tradition inform our faith? What does it mean to follow the example of Jesus today? How does shared Christian language provide confusion on beliefs? Through book and Bible studies, people are invited to wrestle with their own questions, and through the process of conversation, others are given insights.
For more information on our Adult Ministries, CLICK HERE.
Or, contact Pat Hendricks bppat127@gmail.com, 763-221-8149
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. Or more accurately, a team. Nativity members and Thrivent investors came together for the second annual Shark Tank television show inspired fundraising event.
Teams, groups, and individuals presented projects, events, missions, and fundraisers all hoping to be selected as a future recipient of a $250 Thrivent Action Team grant. The Thrivent members for their part reciprocated by waving their shark clad paddles in the crowd, smiling and carrying on as they shouted their support for these inspiring people and pledging their Action Team dollars to their causes.
Over $7,000 was pledged and the work is only beginning. The Nativity Community Outreach Teams, with their soon to be funds in hand, have a slew of projects that will be carried out over the next few months. There are educational events on recycling, community gardens and community meals, mental health training for youth and families, parenting classes, and mission trip bonding opportunities for those embarking on life changing adventures. Just to name a few.
Never forget, with all the love in the world, Nativity gives. Our community gives our selves, our time, and our possessions. There are so many wonderful projects and missions that are still in need of funding and support.
If you are a Thrivent Investor with Action Team dollars to spend, consider Nativity and its network of volunteers, program managers, and community advocates. Contact us and we will do the rest.
If you are a Nativity member looking to spread the love by working on a service project, program or mission that is in line with your passion and talents, please reach out to us and we will connect you with a leader who is doing wonderful work and always looking for helping hands and open hearts.
And, if you are a Nativity member looking to stay connected and engaged, keep your antennas up for all the amazing events and programs that will be promoted, organized, and supported by Nativity members like you, the inspired Nativity Community Outreach Teams, and other loved filled community members and beyond.
In wonderful blessings, with warm regards,
Kyle Soderberg
Coordinator of Community Partnerships
Kyle@NatvityChurch.Org
C: 612.388.7135
Beer & Hymns
Another successful evening for Beer and Hymns! 43 people attended from 9 different congregations. A special thank you goes to Paige Buck for her leadership role as Freda was on a well-deserved vacation after retiring from her full-time job. Great job Paige!
The next Beer and Hymn events have been scheduled for Monday June 3rd and Monday August 5th.
Again, thank you for your continued support with this great community event.
Blessings,
Marilyn and Lee Gilbertson
Immigration Yesterday and Today
Members of the Wednesday AM Bible Study spent a session looking at the exhibit on recent immigrants, and comparing those stories to immigrants who arrived in the US in the early 1900’s. One observation was that both sets of immigrants had similar motivations for settling in a new country: ability to find work, freedom to become educated, and a better life for children.
Thanks again to John Emery and the Islamic Resource Group (IRG) for bringing this display to Nativity.
Hearing Loss Presentation
Thirty six people attended Popular Topics on Sunday, February 3rd to hear Dr. Rolf Skogerboe, Ear/Nose/Throat surgeon. Dr. Skogerboe began by saying,
“The favorite four letter word for people with hearing loss is the word, What?”
He presented examples to improve communication. Speak slowly and enunciate, particularly consonants. Look directly at people so they can increase their comprehension by reading lips. Higher voices are more difficult, so try to speak in a lower tone. On February 10th, the topic will be “Fraud Prevention.” 9:00-10:00 AM, lower level of Nativity Church.
Dignity Brew
On Thursday, January 24, about 75 individuals, including many members of the Nativity Community gathered at La Doña Cerveceria for DIGNITY BREW, a “friendraiser” and “fundraiser “ sponsored by Thrivent Financial in support of the Dignity Center.
The Dignity Center has been a mission partner with Nativity Lutheran Church for almost 10 years and is an outreach ministry of Hennepin Avenue United Methodist Church with a mission to help persons in poverty and most often homeless to get back on a path to stability.
At this festive event, we were also able to showcase 2 artists – E. Raelene Ash, a Freehand Folk Artist and Friend of the Dignity Center along with Spencer Heller from Nativity who entertained the guests with his music and art.
Thank you to all who joined us in supporting the Dignity Center and this important partnership.
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 LSS Safe House, a local teen homeless shelter. Students learned about the shelter and the struggles of the local homeless population. They also made fleece tie blankets to be donated. Our students experienced God’s love as a community of youth as we explored what it means to belong and be claimed as children of God. This was made possible by the loving support of the Nativity.
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