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Luther Park Camp’s 2026 registration is now open! Children and youth can experience camp programs like cabin, treehouse, horse, and canoe camps, plus a leadership training camp for high schoolers. Nativity Youth Camp Week: June 21-26, 2026 Grandparents-Grandchildren Camp: August 2-5, 2026 Family Camp Weekend: August 14-16, 2026 Save $100 when you register by December 31st or $50 if you register by February 28th. […]
December 13-14 | All Worship Hours It’s almost Christmastime, and our cast comes together to decorate the church in celebration of the Christmas season. They’ve got the Christmas tree, the lights and ornaments, festively wrapped presents…but wait! They can’t seem to find the manger! Solving the mystery to find the manger becomes their obsession, but […]
Saturday, December 20, at 5:30 pm Emotions are close to the surface during the holidays. Sometimes called a “Blue Christmas” service, “Time to Be” is a time to step out of the busyness of the season and rest in the light of God’s love. This reflective and meditative worship with Holy Communion honors the flurry […]
This Advent, as we prepare for the birth of our Savior, we look to “Be the Light” in our world today. It all starts with hope, with a spark and a sense that something more might be possible, and grows into a love that burns bright, ever-present, come what may. Join us as we explore […]
Each year Nativity decorates our sanctuary with poinsettias and greens and brings light to the neighborhood along Silver Lake Blvd. with its many lit trees. It’s one way we honor the season and share our light with the greater community. Sponsoring a Nativity tree can be a meaningful memorial for a loved one or a […]
Join us each Wednesday in the Fellowship Hall from 5:30-6:30 pm for dinner, community, and conversation! Meals are $6.00/person or $20/family. All meals include a side, a salad, fruit/veggies, drinks, and dessert. Gluten-free and vegetarian options will be available. No one is turned away due to cost. All are welcome! Dec. 12 – Ham and […]
The average American spends more than $700 on Christmas gifts each year. This holiday season, rethink traditional gift-giving with ELCA Good Gifts to support neighbors in need. To participate, first select an ornament from the Advent Tree in the Commons and then make a donation to Nativity with Good Gifts and the item you selected […]
“Strength & Stillness Men’s Retreat” January 9-11, 2026 Escape for a winter weekend and connect with others at Luther Park’s first-ever “Strength & Stillness: Men’s Retreat”! This is a chance to step away from the day-to-day, spend meaningful time in Scripture, enjoy the outdoors, and recharge in good company. You’ll head home renewed, grounded, and ready for […]
At Nativity, we support one another in lifelong faith formation, recognizing the rich spiritual invitations of learning and inquiry. Whether we’ve been disciples of Christ for 50 minutes or 50 years, we continually grow in our capacity to deepen our commitment to loving God and loving neighbor. Adult Faith Formation offers us the opportunity to […]
December 6-7 | Following All Worship Hours A Congregational Meeting was held December 6-7 to approve the Nativity budget for 2026, and to elect Nativity Council members and officers. Both the budget and slate of candidates passed. Proposed Budget Council Brochure