In 1959 a boy named Junior moved with his family to Roxboro, North Carolina. Their farm was failing and they hoped for a better life in the city, but Junior’s family was black, and this was the era of Jim Crow when public spaces were segregated. Although Junior missed life on the farm, his new […]
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Peace Library Reviews
“You never know what can happen.” This opening line about the life of Sonia Sotomayor captures the essence of her childhood growing up in public housing in the South Bronx section of New York City, through her appointment and current position as the first Latina Supreme Court Justice of the United States. It is a
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The Acorn and the Oak By Rhonda Accardo Reviewed by Mari Borstelmann This is a story about a young girl and her mom who love walking together through the forest on a dirt road they know very well. At the end of the road is an old oak tree, a wonderful place for the girl and her
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Peace Library Reviews
June 10 and July 12: Join a ONE Wake Listening Session. Help Us Understand How Housing is Affecting Our Congregation and Those We Care About How has the affordable housing crisis affected you or those you know? Your story matters. Join the conversation virtually on Zoom June 10 from 7-8 pm or in person in
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Glad Tidings, Outreach, Social Justice
Sunday, June 7, begins our Summer Peace Library program. Go to the Peace Library Review page for a list of all the books that have been reviewed by Nativity. Look for the special display at the front of the sanctuary featuring Peace Library books chosen to complement each week’s Gospel reading. Many of these titles
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Adult Formation, Children and Youth, Glad Tidings
You can make a difference by donating to the Leesville Elementary Backpack Program on the first Sunday of every month – next time is Sunday, June 7. Donations of shelf-ready milk, snacks, and protein items are greatly needed. Monetary donations are also appreciated. Donations can be placed in the basket in Estill House. Thank you
Registration for the 2026–27 Education for Ministry (EfM) seminar will open this summer. Offered through The University of the South School of Theology, EfM is a small-group program for theological education and reflection that meets Monday evenings at Nativity. Through study, prayer, and guided conversation, participants explore scripture, church history, and theology while reflecting on
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Adult Formation, Glad Tidings
It’s time to register for Vacation Bible School, July 19–23! This year’s theme is Kingdom Quest, an adventure-focused VBS that invites children to explore what it means to seek God’s kingdom through scripture, worship, service, and friendship. We’re excited to once again partner with North Raleigh Presbyterian Church, with VBS taking place on their campus
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Children and Youth, Glad Tidings
Join ONE Wake on Tuesday, May 19, at 1 pm for Raleigh’s affordable housing budget discussions. We hope to have a strong turnout to show support for affordable housing priorities. RSVP with ONE Wake and the Nativity group if you’d like to carpool. Also, save the date for the ONE Wake Statewide Candidate Forum on
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Caring for Creation, Glad Tidings, Outreach, Social Justice
One of the outreach efforts your pledge dollars support each year is the Episcopal Habitat Build. Nativity contributes toward building materials and provides volunteers to help construct a home for a qualified homebuyer. More ways to support Habitat 1) Donate to Habitat ReStores If you’re spring cleaning or downsizing, consider donating gently used items to
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Caring for Creation, Community Partners, Outreach