by The Rev. Stephanie Allen We gathered after church on Sunday, September 24 to reflect on what has been done, to hear what is going on in the wider diocese, and to brainstorm what Nativity might do in regards to environmental stewardship going forward. After the discussion, two potential projects emerged that we could begin […]
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Caring for Creation
by Beth Crow and Kara Malone Church of the Nativity’s “Not-So-Silent Auction” and Soiree Over the last few years more and more individuals have shared how difficult it is for them to hear most of what goes on during our worship service because of hearing impairments. This new sound system will not only connect with
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Glad Tidings
by Rene Garcesphotos by Perry Suk Thank you Nativity for attending our 12th annual Rise Against Hunger (RAH) 10,000 meal-packing event! The Outreach ministry team budgeted $3,000 for the Rise Against Hunger event this year, and our neighbors at North Raleigh Presbyterian Church and their Outreach ministry team supplied another $800, allowing us to set
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Outreach
by Jeremy Clos Our next adult formation series, Claiming Our Christianity: Articulating the Loving, Inclusive God We Know, begins on October 1 at 9:30 am in Curry Hall Room 202. If you would like to request a booklet of your own, please register in advance by September 24. You are always welcome to drop in
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Adult Formation
by Carl Sigel Win, win, win: Support local black farmers, obtain nutritious produce, help build the Beloved Community, and save the planet by joining the Farm to Church CSA. Since Nativity’s earliest days, one of the cornerstones of our mission has been to explore how we grow, eat, and share food. In 2021, Nativity partnered
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Caring for Creation, Social Justice
Social Justice at Nativity Nativity’s Social Justice Committee shares the following announcements, events and recommended resources to the Nativity community as we continue our pursuit of racial justice and reconciliation. Announcements & Events One Act Play Festival | Presented by Agape Theatre Project | September 1-10, 2023 | Burning Coal Theatre, 224 Polk Street, Raleigh,
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Social Justice
One Big Heart, A Celebration of Being More Alike, than Different by Linsey Davis, with Beverly Davis; illustrated by Lucy Flemingreview by Carol Smith With schools opening across the country within the month, One Big Heart combines lyrical rhymes and a whimsical art style that delivers an inspiring message of inclusion and connection within a
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Peace Library Reviews, Social Justiceby Becky Showalter After spending much of 2023 hosting listening sessions throughout their 40+ member organizations (thanks for those who came to ours!), One Wake has ratified three new priorities for the organization: housing, mental health, and public transportation! These priorities were chosen not just because they are important but also because they are areas
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Social Justice
by The Rev. Phillip Bass Over the past year the Holy Spirit has stirred the hearts of many within Nativity to pay closer attention to the growing mental health needs of teens and children. As we began to discuss these needs, we also became more and more aware of the frightening statistics regarding queer
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From the Clergy, Social JusticeHello again from the Nativity Sound System Fundraising Team. This week we have another member of our team, Lloyd Childers, sharing her thoughts on the need for a new sound system. “Say Whaaa……..t “Ever wonder what someone is saying? Perhaps hear part of a sentence but lose the rest when the speaker turns his head? That’s me!
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