Glad Tidings

It is important to remember that spending some quality time together enhances our relationship. The pandemic has changed for many couples the availability or the amount of time that is possible to spend together. How can we seek out ways to enjoy and spend quality time with each other? Remember what fun you had early […]

First of all, a big thank you to the 137 individuals and households who completed the survey distributed to Nativity’s parishioners over three weeks early in September. The survey asked for the congregation’s level of satisfaction with our current online services, and to weigh in on what you would like to see in the future

At Church of the Nativity, we are participating in a phased return to in-person interactions. Our return has been carefully planned by church staff and clergy under the direction of our Diocesan bishops. It has been wonderful to gather together and experience worship and communion! Please keep in mind that while the Diocese is continuously

On September 14th, Kate Fellman, the founder and executive director of You Can Vote, gave an excellent presentation during Sacred Conversations on how to make a plan to vote. It inspired me to help other people vote during this unprecedented election year. My family and I were worried about the COVID-19 pandemic, so we decided

When it comes to household tasks and family responsibilities, we are a team.  Who does what in your household or family? How do you decide?  Does it change? Early on in our marriage when Carl and I were both working, we divided our household tasks. Initially, I thought my tasks were more than Carl’s, but

Conflict in a close intimate relationship is inevitable. This statement is probably even more true today when we are dealing with Covid-19, and racial and social justice issues.  We are living in a difficult time of stress and change; we do not know what the future will bring. One thing that can get us through

Stress is always present. But more so now with the COVID-19 virus and less opportunity to socialize and be with family and friends.  There is also more awareness of racial and social injustice and how that has impacted our lives in the past and presently.  There are no simple answers to these stresses, but we

Nativity is a very special community full of love and support for ALL people. Our youth are especially lucky to grow up in this environment and feel the support that comes from each of you. Many, many thanks for helping us nurture and teach them the power of faith. The last few months have been

We will celebrate the Reverend Dr. Pauli Murray on July 1st with special live streamed service of Evening Prayer, beginning at 6:00pm with an Organ Meditation, followed by Evening Prayer at 6:15*.  These earlier times for the services will allow us to also join in the Diocescan wide livestream at 7pm. Admittedly, I had never

All couples experience some degree of conflict and issues of anger in their relationship. Sometimes the conflict can be resolved by listening and talking to each other, but sometimes there is an issue that seems to stand out with significant anger and pain. The process of working through the anger and pain to forgiveness can