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

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 John MacLeod, mnadvrider@gmail.com 612-770-1671.

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.

Having Faith in Anxious Times

October 11, 9:15-10:15 am | Fellowship Hall Join us next Sunday for a presentation and discussion on how to cope as people of faith with what is happening in our […]

Final Call for “You Can Make a Difference”

6 Tuesdays | Oct. 13-Nov. 17 | 1:00-3:30 pm –or- 6:00-8:30 pm Need time to reflect and set priorities for what’s important to you? Want to learn more about your […]

News

  • Weekend Prayers – October 10-11, 2026
    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 October 9, 2026: Prayers of Healing for: Pete Bonde, Mary H., Gail, JoAnn & Anthony Harris, Mike Tendall, Terry Wold, Greg, Chuck, Carol, Melissa, ...
  • Nativity’s New Associate Pastor!
    We are excited to welcome Rev. Marty Wyatt as our new Associate Pastor!  Pastor Marty was ordained in 2022 and has been serving at Roseville Lutheran Church ever since. He brings a wealth of experience both inside and outside the church, including a stint as manager of the Caribou Coffee at the airport. But as ...
  • Having Faith in Anxious Times
    October 11, 9:15-10:15 am | Fellowship Hall Join us next Sunday for a presentation and discussion on how to cope as people of faith with what is happening in our country. Our guest speaker, Carol Bauer, has been a Licensed Clinical Social Worker for more than 25 years and works at the intersection of community engagement ...
  • Holding Hope in Grief: Ted Bowman Author Talk
    October 11, 2:00 pm | Valora Senior Living of St. Anthony Renowned author and speaker Ted Bowman, will present “Facing Shattered Dreams with Honest Hope.” No registration is necessary. Ted Bowman is an award-winning author, educator, and consultant who specializes in grief, change, and transition. Books will be available for purchase with cash or check. The ...
  • Supporting Happy Celebrations
    Donate to Birthday Bags project by Oct. 14. Assemble Bags October 15, 12:30-2:30 | Commons LSS Circle is compiling Birthday Bags for the Little Kitchen Food Shelf. You can help by donating cake mixes, cans of frosting, party plates and napkins. Look for a donation box by the Silver Lake Rd. Entrance. You can also join ...
  • Rainbow Connections Welcomes New Members
    October 8, 6:30-8:00 pm | Room 213 Rainbow Connections is a group at Nativity for those supporting LGBTQ+ family members or friends. We’re a peer group sharing resources, faith, stories, and emotions within a confidential and non-judgmental space so that we can, in turn, better support our LGBTQ+ loved ones. Questions? Contact Eva Grooms at evagrooms@me.com.
  • Final Call for “You Can Make a Difference”
    6 Tuesdays | Oct. 13-Nov. 17 | 1:00-3:30 pm –or- 6:00-8:30 pm Need time to reflect and set priorities for what’s important to you? Want to learn more about your God-given gifts and how you might use them in new or bigger ways? Looking to connect the pieces of your life and live more of ...
  • Join Us for Dinner!
    Join us each Wednesday in the Fellowship Hall from 5:30-6:30 pm for good food and great fellowship! Meals are $6.00/person or $20/family. All meals include a side, drinks, salad, veggies/fruit, and dessert. Gluten-free and vegan options will be available. All are welcome. No one is turned away due to cost. Invite a friend or neighbor! Sept. ...
  • It’s (Almost) Trunk or Treat Time!
    Saturday, Oct. 25, 3:00-5:00 pm | West Parking Lot off Belden Dr. Nativity’s Trunk-or-Treat is just around the corner…. Join us for an afternoon of fun, treats and costumes! Everyone is welcome, so be sure to invite family, friends, and neighbors. This year at the event we’ll collect household goods and non-perishable food items ...
  • Weekend Prayers – October 3-4, 2026
    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 October 2, 2026: Prayers of Healing for: Mary H., Gail, JoAnn & Anthony Harris, Mike Tendall, Terry Wold, David Peterson, Greg, Chuck, Carol, Melissa, ...