Encounter God

At Nativity, we welcome people wherever they are in their experience of God.

Together, we grow spiritually. Our spiritual life and connection to God is deepened in a variety of ways; therefore we provide a variety of opportunities. Where is God calling you today? At Nativity, others can help you discern that call.

Call to me and I will answer you, and will tell you great and hidden things that you have not known.
–Jeremiah 33:3

Meet with a Pastor

Nativity’s pastors have a desire to become acquainted with newcomers and assist people in finding the right place and the right people with whom one can grow spiritually.
Contact: Pastor Glenn Seefeldt
612-781- 2766 ext. 1009.

Spiritual Coaching

Spiritual coaching is an ongoing relationship with a professional spiritual director who objectively listens and helps individuals see God in the joys and challenges of life.
Contact: Pat Hendricks, Coordinator of Adult Enrichment, Faith Formation, and Vital Aging
763-221-8149.

Discussion Groups

(Spiritual Discussion/Connecting with others; exploring life’s joys or challenges)
Continue your faith journey with a group of people using spiritual resources. Some new groups are about to form and some established groups are interested in new participants. Be a participant or be trained as a facilitator.
Contact: Pat Hendricks, Coordinator of Adult Enrichment, Faith Formation, and Vital Aging
763-221-8149.

News

  • 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! Everyone is welcome, including family, friends, and neighbors. And be sure to stop by Faith United Methodist Church just up the road from Nativity (2708 33rd Ave. NE) for their Trunk or Treat as well! This year ...
  • Affirmation of Faith
    Sunday, October 27 At Nativity, youth participating in the confirmation process grow in their understanding of the Bible as well as Lutheran history and theology. They also discern their own identity as a Child of God and their calling in the church and to the world. This Sunday we celebrate the young people who will ...
  • All Saints’ Weekend is Nov. 2-3
    Next weekend we’ll remember loved ones with a special prayer liturgy for All Saints’ Weekend. As part of our in-person and online worship, the names of Nativity members who have died in the past year will be read followed by the ringing of a bell. At the conclusion, we’ll remember all loved ones who have ...
  • Congregational Pop-Up Meetings
    Nov. 9-10 after all worship hours | Fellowship Hall Have 30 minutes? Join us for quick updates on Nativity’s Strategic Plan, Capital Campaign, and the Call Process for a second pastor.
  • Workshop on Downsizing
    Workshop on Downsizing Oct. 27, 9:00-10:00 am | Fellowship Hall Sorting through belongings and knowing what to keep, sell, or donate can be difficult. Suzanne Austin, from Caring Transitions, will lead an interactive workshop with strategies for the process. Families are welcome to come after they bring children to faith formation. Questions? Contact Pat Hendricks, bppat127@gmail.com, 763-221-8149.
  • 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 youth experiencing homelessness who are served by Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota. This drive provides them with cheer at the Christmas season and needed resources for the coldest months of the year. You can continue to support this ...
  • Shared Ministry T-Shirt Update
    Prior to God’s Work. Our Hands Weekend, we shared the opportunity to have a semi-custom t-shirt created for each of you, highlighting some of the ways you choose to Love God and Love Neighbor. Due to popular demand, our Shared Ministry t-shirt order faced a longer production time, and recently we had to find a ...
  • 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 good listener takes energy. We hear a lot, but do we listen? What if we listened to understand instead of listening to respond? What if we listened with our hearts? What if listening is love and grace ...
  • 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 alert friends and family members are the first line of defense in suicide prevention. Equip yourselves with knowledge, skills, and resources needed to help your struggling loved ones. Learn basic interventions to help someone stay safe along with ...
  • “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 Minneapolis Women of the ELCA (Minneapolis WELCA) is thrilled to invite you to an inspiring day for women! Take time to recharge, connect, and reflect with other incredible women. We’ll enjoy delicious meals, renewing worship, inspiring speakers, social justice ...