Hunger & Food
We work 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 we work together to end hunger by feeding anyone in need.
Contact: Kyle Soderberg, kyle@nativitychurch.org
Homelessness & Housing
The Nativity community has a “heart” for those experiencing homelessness, and we work to recognize and respond to the reality that many people are unable to acquire and maintain regular, safe, and adequate housing We also work to increase awareness among our community on issues around homelessness and affordable housing as well as provide opportunities for Nativity members to get involved through service, advocacy, and education opportunities.
Contacts:
Homelessness: Gail Bergsven, ggantz1@aol.com
Housing: Steve Anderson, stevea828@comcast.net
Environment & Sustainability
We work to recognize and respond to the need for responsible relationship with our environment. We promote local initiatives and actions that care for our environment, and we work together to make our community footprint more sustainable. All of these efforts honor our Biblical call to be good stewards of creation.
Contact: Donna Steinwand, donnasteinwand95@gmail.com
Global Outreach Team
We work to respond to the reality that people in our global community are facing life challenges and that we can collectively alleviate some of the human suffering in the world. Some of our Global Ministry priorities focus on health care, sustainable development, and literacy. Our Nativity missionaries are often on the ground in the global community working with the people they serve to address their most pressing concerns.
Contacts: Steve and Nancy Laible at laible@comcast.net or njlaible@mac.com
Mental Health & Wellness
We work to amplify existing community-based mental health and wellness resources, support, and educational opportunities. We also work to reduce the stigma around mental health and wellness by being open about the faith communities’ need and desire to collectively address these foundational aspects of life and belonging.
Contact: Gail Bergsven, ggantz1@aol.com
Pride Outreach Team
We work to celebrate our commitment as a Reconciling in Christ congregation to welcome and affirm all people in their sexual orientations, gender identities, and gender expressions. We support Pride-themed worship, music, and preaching that lift up the ongoing work of inclusion, belonging, and advocacy for all of our LGBTQIA+ siblings in Christ. We also offer educational experiences, peer support groups, and partnership opportunities to advance our mission and the mission of our community partners.
Pride: Rachel Becker-Warner, rbeck0561@gmail.com
Rainbow Connections, Gilliane Monnier, monni003@umn.edu