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Sunday, May 28, 2023
Pentecost
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Lutheridge Sunday!
One service at 10:30am
Worship with Holy Communion
Sundays at 10:30am.
A recording of the service will be
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May 28 - Pentecost and Lutheridge Sunday!
At 10:30am, we’ll be joined by the staff and counselors of Lutheridge to meet them, commit to pray for them, and enjoy hearing some of their music. Join us as we celebrate both their ministry and the ministry we share through the gift of the Holy Spirit together.
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A Great Big Thank You!!
The family of Lutheran Church of the Nativity as duly noted by Peggy Mann, came together in true fashion of worship, celebration and community. The Holy Spirit was present on this day! The 60th Anniversary planning committee of the celebration was overwhelmed with the number of volunteers that were willing to make this party a beautiful success story. We thank you all for giving of your time and your talents, your stories, and for sharing a meal with us, all while listening to beautiful music. This time spent together was just another page in our journey together, as we continue to write Nativity's story. Commemorative coffee mugs were created for our milestone celebration. Everyone gets a mug! If you did not receive a mug, please pick up your mug at the welcome desk.
Summer Worship Schedule beginning June 11
Summer is almost here! Beginning June 11, Worship times will shift to 8:45am for the early service and 10am for the late service. The early service will be in the pavilion (weather permitting) and will feature bluegrass and gospel music. Be sure to bring a lawn chair with you! The second worship service will be in the sanctuary and have a more traditional feel.
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Continued Blessings for Nativity |
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It was a full house on Sunday as Nativity celebrated its 60th Anniversary with guest preacher and Son of Nativity, Rev. Ken Albright, special remarks from charter members Peggy Mann and David Travis, and a message from the Bishop delivered by former pastor, Rev. Sara Ilderton. The celebration continued with a delicious picnic and great music. It was a grand day of worship, fellowship, and festivities!
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The congregation of Lutheran Church of the Nativity was thrilled to install Pastor Sean Patrick Barrett (pictured with Conference Dean Ken Albright) as our permanent pastor on Sunday afternoon, May 21. We are looking toward a bright future together as we minister within our own church family and outside our walls in our community, our nation, and throughout the world.
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Nativity Quilters
will meet at 10am next Wednesday, May 31 instead of their regular time.
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The Nativity Book Group
will meet on Thursday, June 15 at 2pm in the fellowship hall to discuss My Grandfather's Blessings by Rachel Naomi Remen. Choose your favorite story from the book and share it with the group. All are welcome to attend. The book for July 20 is The Dictionary of Lost Words by Pip Williams.
The Women of Nativity
will meet on Thursday, June 8, at 11am in the fellowship hall. Bring some food to share as we celebrate May and June birthdays. We will listen to the DVD and discuss "Ecclesiastes: The End of Wisdom" from the book The Bible Jesus Read by Philip Yancey. All are welcome to join in the discussion and fellowship.
The Nativity Card Ministry
meets on the second Thursday of each month (the next meeting on June 8) at 12:30 in the fellowship hall to assemble beautiful cards for our members on the prayer list. All are welcome to come and help assemble these reminders of love from the congregation.
Evening Chair Yoga
Kathryn Lanier will be offering a Chair Yoga class once per month one evening, 5:30-6:30pm. There will be two sessions in June - June 1 and June 29. Join us for fellowship and a gentle workout!
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Taking Faith Home
This devotional can be used for home devotions and small groups to deepen your daily and lifelong faith formation. Click here to view this devotional for this week.
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Church Member Database Access
Would you like to be able to access Nativity's database including the directory, photos, and your giving information? Contact Parish Administrator, Michele Grush at admin@nativityarden.org to receive your member login information and instructions. An app is available as well so you are able to access the information on your phone.
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Your Generosity
makes a difference! We had some marvelous highlights in April:
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NPK joined us for Palm Sunday. Several of our NPK students were able to join us for this year’s Palm Sunday worship service. This is a wonderful to connect the families of our NPK students with the disciples gathered at Nativity. After processing in with Pastor Sean, the students shared several songs that they’ve learned.
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Maundy Thursday. This year, we were able to have two Maundy Thursday worship services so that those who do not drive after dark could be here during the day, and those who work during the day could be here for the evening service. Those gathered experienced a meaningful worship service with foot washing and Communion.
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Good Friday. This year, Nativity was invited to join Calvary Episcopal for Good Friday worship at noon. That evening, Nativity hosted Stations of the Cross. Those gathered experienced reflective services on how much Jesus loves us all.
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Easter Vigil. We gathered together with the disciples at Calvary Episcopal and Fletcher United Methodists to share worship together. It was a blessing to celebrate that holy night with disciples from other congregations as a reminder of our unity in the hope brought to us through Christ’s resurrection.
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Easter. The sanctuary was full, and those gathered heard the good news of God’s love and shared Holy Communion. This was a wonderful culmination of the worship services during Holy Week!
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Mulch Day. God has blessed us with a beautiful piece of property that has served Nativity well. Each year, we work to maintain and enhance the beauty of our land. We are grateful for the mulch day and those who served. The landscaping looks stunning!
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Calvary Food Pantry
welcomes you to be God’s hands and feet as we share God’s bounty with our neighbors. Come and be blessed through service. The pantry is open every Saturday from 8-11.For more info, contact Karen Rich at (828) 242-6403 or click here to sign up to volunteer.
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The Lord's Acre
Thursday at 4pm in the garden! "Hoe, Hoe, Hoe" We're about as far from Christmas as it gets, but it's time to hoe, hoe, hoe in the garden so we can stay ahead of weeds, which are loving the weather as much as our crops are. If you prefer, you can hand weed instead, especially around tender plants.
Thanks to Friday morning's harvest crew, we picked 83 pounds of collards and 364 pounds of romaine lettuce for use by neighbors in the Calvary Food Pantry. It was a true expression of God's abundance, though, admittedly, a little bit overkill in the lettuce department. We are still learning about timing our harvests.
To read News from The Lord's Acre in its entirety click here."
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Youth Beach Retreat
July 16 - July 20
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CALLING ALL RISING 7TH GRADERS THROUGH HIGH SCHOOL SENIORS WHO GRADUATED THIS YEAR! The Beach Retreat is coming right up! Registration and payment are due on June 4. So far, we have 7 registered. WE NEED AT LEAST 10 TO MAKE THE TRIP HAPPEN! Don’t miss out on this opportunity. We’ll be going to Isle of Palms from July 16 to July 20. The whole trip only costs $350 per person, which includes 4 nights, supplies and activities, and meals at the retreat center. Click here for all the info!
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Church Office Hours
Monday-Thursday, 9am until 2pm
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Want to get the word out? Please submit your communications, articles, events, and updates to: admin@nativityarden.org by noon on Wednesday for the weekly Nativity Notes.
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Lutheran Church of the Nativity
2425 Hendersonville Rd. | P. O. Box 208
Arden, North Carolina 28704
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