Blog posts from our children and youth groups
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
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
Nativity has been accepted into the Episcopal Diocese of North Carolina’s Let the Children Come discernment and grant process, an initiative focused on imagining and experimenting with intergenerational worship and prayer that honors the gifts and spiritual lives of children. Over the coming months, we will work with The Rev. Canon Kathy Walker as our
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Children and Youth, Glad Tidings
Nativity will celebrate Graduation Sunday on Sunday, June 7, honoring both our eighth-grade students and graduating seniors. Eighth graders are invited to wear their school colors, while seniors are encouraged to wear their academic regalia. All graduates will take part in the procession and receive a special blessing, followed by a celebration after the service.
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Children and Youth, Glad Tidings
Where Every Child is a Star: A Summer Theater Camp Rooted in Story, Justice, and Creativity This summer, something special is taking shape at the intersection of imagination and community. The Justice Theater Project, in partnership with Church of the Nativity, is now accepting registrations for its 2025 Youth Summer Theater Camp, a weeklong theatrical
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Children and Youth
Are you concerned about your child’s screen time? Do you wonder how social media, video games, or online content might be affecting their development? If you’re the parent of a K-8th grader, this free workshop is for you! North Raleigh Presbyterian Church and Church of the Nativity are partnering to host a ScreenStrong Workshop on
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by Jeremy Clos On Thursday, June 13 fourteen of our high school youth and their adult chaperones departed for Wilmington, NC. This pilgrimage promises to be a transformative journey, filled with opportunities for learning, reflection, and fellowship. Our journey begins on Thursday, where we will delve into the complex history of chattel slavery in the
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Children and Youth
by Jeremy Clos I am thrilled to extend an invitation to all high school students to join our upcoming Youth Pilgrimage to Wilmington, NC, scheduled for June. This pilgrimage promises to be a transformative journey of discovery, camaraderie, and spiritual enrichment. We eagerly anticipate your participation and look forward to embarking on this meaningful adventure
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Children and Youth
Eva Warren is a preschool teacher at North Raleigh United Methodist Church and has been in the early childhood education field for the last 17 years. She graduated from NC State, is a mom to four boys aged 10–16, and a dog mom of two. She spends her free time reading, and taking walks outside and playing
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Children and Youthby Jeremy Clos Introducing Haven: A Retreat for High School Youth to Unwind, Play, and Pray As the summer days slowly slip away and the whispers of the upcoming school year grow louder, there’s a need for a space where high school students can recharge their spirits before the challenges that lie ahead. We are
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