Public Ministry

As Scripture teaches, faith is active in love and love calls for justice in the relationships and structures of society.

Our grateful response to God’s love and grace motivates us to live lives that demonstrate our responsibility for the well-being of society and our communities. At Nativity our ministry of Social Justice and Advocacy for Children, Youth, and Families stands firmly in the call to be a Beloved Community. We are working to engage Nativity families and staff in building, resourcing, supporting, and empowering advocacy through themes of social justice which serve our neighbors and the world.

To do the work effectively, support is needed from everyone, children and youth to their families and our community in order to deploy our imaginations in service of furthering the gospel, encouraging growth in faith, and strengthening Christian service within our communities.

Coping With Gun Violence Resources

Hunger Awareness Resources

African Descent Resources (African American, Afro Caribbean, African National)

Arab and Middle Eastern Resources

Latino Resources

American Indian/Alaska Native Resources

 Asian American Pacific Islander (AAPI) Resources

Digital Wellbeing Resources

News

  • Join the Block Party!
    Wednesday, August 12, 5:00-8:00 pm Redeemer Lutheran, 800 Glenwood Ave. N. in Minneapolis Redeemer Lutheran Church is throwing a Block Party, and we have an opportunity to join in the fun! The Block Party is an annual collaboration among many churches, including Nativity. Join Nativity and other partner churches in connecting with our neighbors to share fun ...
  • Forming a Monarca Community Response Group at Nativity
    Thanks to everyone who joined in or volunteered at the Monarca Democracy Defense Training Nativity hosted last month. Neighbors of the greater community shared that they felt generously welcomed at the church and appreciated Nativity offering itself as a community space for the event. Monarca is a coalition of thousands of workers, students, people of faith, ...
  • Connect with Neighbors at the Redeemer Cookout!
    July 15, 5:00 pm | Redeemer Lutheran, 800 Glenwood Ave. N. in Minneapolis Join Nativity as we build community with our Northside neighbors! We’re hosting a cookout at Redeemer on Wednesday, July 15, with set up beginning at 5:00 pm, meal beginning at 6:00 pm. Your time and talent to support the event is needed! Are ...
  • Thank You from the Pride Outreach Team!
    Throughout June we continue to enjoy worship, music, and preaching that lift up the ongoing work of welcome, inclusion, celebration, and advocacy for our LGBTQIA+ siblings in Christ. Be sure to visit the Pride Outreach table for literature, lawn signs, and more! Also, don’t forget to check out LGBTQIA+ books from Nativity’s Advocacy Library. There’s ...
  • Yard Work at LSS Safe House + Musical Instrument Drive
    Help Out at Safe House Saturday, June 6, 9:00 am – Noon Join us for yard work (planting, raking, etc.) at the LSS Safe House shelter to support teens who are experiencing homelessness and remind them that they are loved. We will carpool from Nativity at 8:30 am. Please bring whatever garden tools you have. We will ...
  • Monarca Democracy Defense Training
    Sunday, May 17 | 6:00-8:00 pm | Fellowship Hall Join Monarca and your neighbors as we build a broad network to defend safe, free, and fair elections. In this training, participants will learn about current and anticipated threats to fair elections, actions we can take over the coming months, ways to build upon the community networks ...
  • March Is Hunger & Food Outreach Month
    Nativity’s Hunger and Food Outreach Team works to recognize and respond to the reality that many people are unable to acquire sufficient food to meet basic nutritional needs. We work to increase awareness and understanding of hunger and food insecurity in our community. We also offer dedicated volunteer opportunities, donation drives, and advocacy experiences as ...
  • Choose a Lenten Path of Preparation
    “This is my commandment, that you love one another as I have loved you. No one has greater love than this, to lay down one’s life for one’s friends. You are my friends if you do what I command you.” ~ John 15:12-14 As we walk through the 40 days of Lent this year, we prepare ...
  • February Is Racial Equity & Justice Month
    Nativity’s Racial Equity & Justice (REJM) Ministries work to realize a vision of racial equity and justice for all God’s children. They listen, educate, and advocate to recognize and eliminate racism in our church, community, and country. Service Project throughout February: Diaper Drive with Redeemer Lutheran Church Please support the community by donating diapers and/or wipes in the ...
  • Upcoming Beacon Events
    Rent is Due Wednesday, February 4 | 8:30-9:00 am | Zoom Join us for Beacon’s monthly advocacy meeting for an update on the issue campaigns and specific action steps you can take to advance the work. Register online for Zoom link. Tour Nicollet Square Wednesday, February 18 | 1:00-2:00 pm Nicollet Square Apartments, 3710 Nicollet Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55409 There’s no ...

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March Is Hunger & Food Outreach Month

Nativity’s Hunger and Food Outreach Team works to recognize and respond to the reality that many people are unable to acquire sufficient food to meet basic nutritional needs. We work […]

An Invitation to Shared Ministry

“Encouraging people to grow spiritually through meaningful engagement, loving God and neighbor.” This weekend we will launch Shared Ministry here at Nativity. It’s our way to ensure everyone has the […]

Join Us for RIC Weekend Programming

January 24-25 is Reconciling in Christ (RIC) Weekend, a time when we lift up our commitment to the ongoing work of welcome, inclusion, celebration, and advocacy for LGBTQIA+ people as […]