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The Small Group Leader Formation series continues with detailed instruction into the Parish Evangelization Cells System (PECS), the small groups which are intended to be missionary communities within the parish.

We're nearing the end of the Archdiocesan Synod Small Group Leader Formation course! Click here for feedback from our participants.

The contractor restoring our beloved, historic stained glass windows that the last remaining set has unfortunately been delayed, and we are now not anticipating the final set of windows to be reinstalled until the end of this year at the earliest. (This blog-style post will be updated with new developments.)

Unfortunately we are experiencing technical difficulties with our livestream feed that has knocked out the audio. Livestreamed liturgies and events will be compromised or otherwise unavailable until further notice. Thank you for your patience as we work to identify a solution.

The Small Group Leader Formation series began with a review of Archbishop Hebda’s plan to expand small groups in each parish that will foster personal relationships, build community, and provide formation to help parishioners grow as joyful missionary disciples of Christ.

Have fun meeting and working with new friends, and singing the great music of the Church every four or five weeks at the Saturday 5pm Mass. Any boy or girl from 3rd-8th grade may join.

This position has been filled!

Join us for the 49th annual Nativity County Fair on September 15-17 as we celebrate Nativity School’s 100th year and welcome Fr. Tollefson! New update includes Talent Show audition sign-up link.

You may have been involved with the Synod over the last three years, or you may not have heard much about it. Here’s an update on where we’ve been, and where we are going.

While retaining her responsibilities in Faith Formation, the scope of her role will expand to include hospitality as well as further outreach and evangelization-forward opportunities.

It is with joy that I am letting you know that I have been promoted to Director of Discipleship. I count on your prayers as I embark on this new journey with Jesus and you!

To support this initiative, we would like to identify those with the experience or the gifts needed to lead small groups starting in Lent and invite them to a training series to be held this fall.

Catechesis of the Good Shepherd offers training not only to benefit a catechist but as a truly heart-opening, faith-engaging retreat experience for anyone. Sign up for summer training in Lakeville July 25-27 or August 15-17.

Fr. Rolf offers a fuller introduction as he takes over pastoral leadership of Nativity of Our Lord

I would like to offer my heartfelt gratitude as I step down this week from my role as pastor of Nativity of Our Lord after over 15 years together. It has been my great honor to help lead the parishioners and students of Nativity to follow Our Lord ever closer.

Kate Wollan was one of eight honorees celebrated for excellence by St. Mary’s University and Synergy & Leadership Exchange at the Character Recognition Awards luncheon on May 16. 

A retirement fund is being established for Fr. Patrick as he prepares for the move to his future home at the Byrne Residence on June 30.

We wish to extend the warmest of welcomes to our newest adult members of the Catholic faith and of Nativity of Our Lord! Read their personal statements of their faith journeys through our Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) program. Many thanks to all for your support and prayers for our newest members!

Prizes this year are $500, $200, and $100 monthly from May through October! Tickets are arriving by mail and can be returned through the parish office or Sunday collection basket.

Praised be Jesus Christ!  My name is Father Rolf Tollefson and I am blessed to have been assigned as the new Pastor of Nativity of Our Lord Catholic Church and School!  It will be a great privilege to serve you.