Outreach
Our outreach committee is charged with identifying and initiating efforts to help those in need. The members oversee The Stable Pet Food Pantry, as well as initiate a number of giving programs throughout the year. The congregation supports a number of non-profit organizations such as The Sharing Place, Craine House, and the Veteran's Administration Hospital. Additionally the committee identifies special needs in the community, and initiates donation drives to meet those needs. If you are interested in joining this committee, contact us below, and someone will be in touch with you.
Gardens
Our beautiful and spacious grounds offer abundant opportunities for those who find God ‘digging in the dirt”, and feeling the power of God’s creation in the earth, and being outdoors. Enhancements, pruning, and maintenance are on-going needs. If you feel called to offer your gardening talents, contact us. We welcome all
Altar Guild
Altar Guild is a volunteer group whose ministry is to care for the altar, vestments, vessels, and altar linens of the parish.. Altar Guild members prepare the sanctuary for services, and clean up afterwards. An Altar Guild member also supervises the decoration of the sanctuary of the parish with flowers. Members are also charged with maintaining the pews in the sanctuary, Contact the church below, if you are interested in this ministry.
Hospitality
Hospitality is the heart of Nativity as a parish. We are warm, welcoming, and supportive. When newcomers or long term parishioners are asked to describe Nativity "welcoming" is the word that is used repeatedly. So why have a separate "hospitality" ministry? We find that those who are friendly and extraverted thrive on creating a warm welcoming environment at a church event. Often that environment involves providing snacks or meals, and these members love to cook or bake, and share. So if you are interested in helping contact the us below.
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USHERS AND GREETERS:
Our ushers are often the first to meet people coming into the church and are called to make people feel comfortable and welcome. They not only offer bulletins or other materials for worship, but help people navigate the worship space, hymnals, and prayer book. They also invite those interested in coffee hour after Sunday worship. They truly act as the 'hosts' to God's table.. If interested in this ministry contact us below.
Prayer Ministry
Prayer is powerful and healing. "Amen Amen I say to you, whatever you ask from the Father, He will give it to you in My name” (John 16::23) Our "prayer warriors" pray for others...for the sick, the troubled, those facing surgery. No need is too small. Some of the members of this ministry want to contribute, and this is a powerful, loving way to do so, no matter your situation. Contact us below.
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Food Ministry
One of the gifts of Nativity is our love of community. We know that the unexpected happens, and our 'family members' need help. Our loving, talented and caring members of our food ministry steps in...preparing and delivering meals to those who have a set back, such as chemo, an accident, or some mishap that leaves them vulnerable for a while until they get back on their feet. If you love to cook, and care for others this ministry may call you. Contact our office below to answer that call.
