Schedule of Services

If you would like more information about any of the services at Nativity, please visit nativity-hsv.org/worship or speak to one of our clergy.

This week:

Wednesday, March 22

12pm The Holy Eucharist, Rite II, with Healing, Bibb Chapel

Thursday, March 23

6:00 pm The Holy Eucharist, Rite II, Bibb Chapel

Sunday, March 26

7:30 am The Holy Eucharist, Rite I, Bibb Chapel 

8:45 am The Holy Eucharist, Rite II*             

11:00 am The Holy Eucharist, Rite II^*

*indicates nursery is available

^indicates service will be livestreamed on our YouTube Channel

WATCH ONLINE:

Find us on YouTube and watch the Sunday 11:00 am service live online.

The current Sunday Order of Worship can be found on the Nativity website on Fridays.

If you have any questions about how to watch us online, please contact Lake Sessions, [email protected].

Confirmation

Confirmation is the sacramental rite in which the candidates "express a mature commitment to Christ", and receive strength from the Holy Spirit through prayer and the laying on of hands by a bishop. Confirmation is open to any adult who would like to Confirmed, Received or Re-affirmed (if already confirmed in another church) in the Episcopal Church. The Bishop will be visiting this year on May 28 for confirmation. Confirmation classes will take place Sundays, April 23 and 30th and May 7 and 14 during the 10:00 Sunday School hour. There will be a confirmation rehearsal on Sunday, May 21 during the 10:00 Sunday School hour for all youth and adult confirmands. Any adult who would like to know more about Confirmation or speak to a member of the clergy about being Confirmed at Nativity can contact Vicky Hinton, [email protected] or fill out the interest form found here.

Nativity Lenten Meditation Booklets

Lenten Meditation booklets are available online, in print or delivered weekly to your mailbox. These thoughtful meditations written by Nativity clergy and members of our parish family and staff are a wonderful resource for your Lenten journey. CLICK HERE for an online version, CLICK HERE for a downloadable PDF or email [email protected] to be added to the weekly Lenten Meditation email distribution list. Printed copies are available in the church office. 

Sacred Ground

We will begin our next dialogue group Thursday, April 20th and meet in-person group every other Thursday at 4:00 pm in the Joffrion Library. The every other week schedule gives time between each session to watch the films, read the materials and prepare for discussion. The total length of the session is 20 weeks. If you would like more information about Sacred Ground, or would like to sign up to be a part of this group please contact Vicky Hinton, [email protected] . Deadline to sign up for this group is April 1^st.

A Meditation on the Passion of Christ, with carols

On Palm Sunday, April 2 at 5:00pm please join us for a contemplative service of readings, congregational carols, choral anthems, and plainchant as we reflect on the Passion gospel. Musical selections by Byrd, Rutter, Gibbons, and several others. For more information contact Christian Crocker at [email protected] or 256-533-2455. 

Antisemitism: A Community Conversation

Join us March 26 from 3:00-5:00 in Ridley Hall for a conversation about Combating Antisemitism in our community. This conversation will be led by Karen Colbert who is an Educator, Artist and wife of Interim Rabbi of Temple B’nai Shalom, Scott Colbert. There will be a brief presentation followed by a roundtable discussion.

Originally from California, Karen Colbert, a previous winner of “teacher of the year” in San Antonio, Texas, is also a trained creative artist. Karen has fostered a love of art throughout her life; first as a world traveler who has visited museums on 6 of the 7 continents, and then as a docent for STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Mathematics) at the High Museum of Art in Atlanta, GA. Her work teaching the principles of STEAM inspired her to use repurposed materials in her art. This type of art, also known as recycled art, goes beyond the conventional recycling of materials by creating objects that exceed the economic, cultural and social value of the original product. Karen has taught art across the world, including India, and her work has been shown at several civic buildings, pop-up galleries and commercial establishments. Karen has also had a solo exhibition at the Spruill Arts Center and her work can be found in the collections of many art aficionados. Karen’s personal mantra is to “leave things better than how she found them” and her colorful, eclectic work reflects of her love of humanity and the environment. As part of the American Jewish Community, Karen and her husband, Rabbi Scott Colbert frequently meet with international leaders regarding Christian and Jewish relations.

For more information about this event please contact Vicky Hinton, [email protected].

Youth Update

Honest Coffee!

9th-12th graders are invited to join Madi at Honest Coffee

Wednesday, March 22nd @4-6pm

JYC & EYC Calendar

March 26: Trivia with a Twist

March Study Sessions!

Study sessions in the welcome center will be held on Tuesdays this semester from 4-5:30pm!

Bring study materials, homework, or a book!

Study Session Dates: March 21st and 28th

Cereal Bar for First Stop!

Nativity Youth will be providing breakfast for First Stop on April 3rd and we need your donations!The youth worked very hard this past Sunday to prepare the list of needed donations, including the exact amounts needed.

If you are able to help provide any of these items, please email Madi at [email protected] or call! (205-704-7403)

Items needed:

• Five (5) family-size boxes of Honey Nut/Plain Cheerios
• Two (2) family-size boxes of Cocoa Puffs
• Two (2) family-size boxes of Fruit Loops
• One (1) family-size box of Apple Jacks
• Two (2) family-size boxes of Raisin Bran
• Two (2) family-size boxes of Cinnamon Toast Crunch
• Three (3) family-size boxes of Rice Krispies
• Six (6) boxes of Cliff Bars
• Three (3) boxes of instant grits
• Ten (10) gallons of milk (shelf stable if possible!)
• Fifteen (15) packs of 4 mandarin orange cups
• Ten (10) packs of six (6) apple sauce cups

DINNER Volunteers Needed! APRIL 2nd!

We serve dinner in between JYC and EYC gatherings, at 6:00pm.

Dinner will be needed for around 20-25 people each week. Please arrive with the dinner at 5:45pm. Paper products and drinks are provided by the church. 

Need suggestions for meals?

Email Madi! ([email protected])

Flower Dedications for 2023

If you are interested in submitting an altar flower dedication for 2023, you may do so by filling out a form located in the brochure rack in Ridley Hall, in the foyer by the Nave, or online here.

Easter Flower Dedications

It is not too early to submit an Easter Flower dedication. Paper forms are located in the foyer by the nave. You may also click here for the online form. Deadline for submissions for Easter is Sunday, April 2nd.

Greene Street Market

The Greene Street Market began in 2010 with an idea, a purpose, a lot of hard work and many prayers. After 12 successful years, we have evolved into a 501(c)3 organization, managed entirely by volunteers, who have given over $350,000 to local organizations in need. Groups such as Boys and Girls Clubs, Manna House, First Stop, Meals on Wheels, Kids to Love and many more have received our gifts. These funds are generated from sponsors, donations and income from our tent/space rental to vendors. Our volunteers give their time and talents year-round to create a special place where all are welcome.

If you enjoy Greene Street Market and what it offers, become a GSM VOLUNTEER by calling Marilyn Evans 256 682 4429. If you prefer to DONATE, send a check (made to GSM) to the church, 208 Eustis, 35801. Your donations will purchase market equipment and repair and replace our tents, tables and chairs. If you are interested in sponsoring a market, contact Pattie Cline 256 651 6497. Most importantly, your support in any capacity benefits our farmers,shoppers and our beloved Huntsville community. This helps strengthen the healthy local food system we have been building together for 12 years.