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This team seeks to position Nativity Lutheran Church as of beacon of hope in our community, promoting intercultural and interfaith understanding and collaborating with others to eliminate racial and religious bias.
If you would like to join us in our effort to dismantle systemic racism and change the world, fill out the form below and the Facilitator of Community Engagement will contact you. Thank you.
MISSION STATEMENT: Our mission is to listen, educate, and advocate to recognize and eliminate racism in institutions of society including our church, community, and country.
VISION: We envision racial equity and justice for all God’s children.
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This organization has been a Mission Partner of Nativity Lutheran Church for the past 7 years.
SAYFSM is a multipurpose service agency that provides culturally and linguistically appropriate HIV and chronic disease health education and social services to African immigrants and refugees in Minnesota. HIV testing is available at the SAYFSM office or individuals may choose to receive the test at a location of their choosing. All testing is performed discreetly and confidentially.
The Nativity Community provides generous donations for phone cards. These cards allow African immigrants and refugees to call home in Africa to talk to loved ones during the holiday season.
Volunteer needs for this Mission partner include persons to teach and assist in the women’s sewing program.
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Sunday, April 27 at 11:45 am | Fellowship Hall Sponsored by Nativity’s Racial Equity & Justice Ministries In Gran Torino, a retired auto worker and Korean War vet fills emptiness […]
Series Continues April 6, 11:45-12:45 | Fellowship Hall Two weeks ago, 30 people joined us for a fun and powerful session with Dave Sherer from JUSTmove, and we’re looking to […]
Saturday, March 15, 6:45 pm | Fellowship Hall Sunday, March 23, 11:45 pm | Fellowship Hall Our March film, The Long Game, depicts the true story of the San Felipe […]
February 27, 6:30-8:30 pm | Fellowship Hall During these deeply divided times, learn self-awareness and grounding practices that help us to move beyond reflexive reactions and choose responses that align […]
Each February we highlight our year-round Racial Equity & Justice Outreach Ministries at Nativity. Check out the full list of engagement opportunities on Nativity’s website and at the REJM table […]
February 23, 12:00 pm | Fellowship Hall Please note: The film includes sensitive issues. As part of Nativity’s Racial Equity & Justice Ministry Month at Nativity, the REJM team is […]
The Racial Equity & Justice Team and Nativity’s Building Committee are interested in diversifying the art collection at Nativity to support our journey in becoming a fully inclusive community of […]
“Encouraging people to grow spiritually through meaningful engagement, loving God and neighbor.” We at Nativity are called to Love God and Love Neighbor. This is Jesus’ greatest commandment, and his […]
Saturday, Oct. 12, 6:45 pm | Fellowship Hall Sunday, Oct. 20, 11:45 am | Fellowship Hall The Soloist is based on the true story of a musical prodigy (Jamie Foxx) […]
September Movie: Bad Faith Saturday, Sept. 21, 6:45 pm | Fellowship Hall Sunday, Sept. 29, 11:45 am | Fellowship Hall Our September movie, Bad Faith, is a 2024 documentary exploring […]
