The Nativity Scene

August 1, 2023

WHATS HAPPENING AT NATIVITY

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, August 2

12:00pm The Holy Eucharist, Rite II, with Healing, Bibb Chapel

Thursday, August 3

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

Sunday, August 6

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

10:00 am The Holy Eucharist, Rite II, nursery available, livestreamed on our YouTube channel

WATCH ONLINE:

Find us on YouTube and watch the Sunday 10:00 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 Amy Brooks, [email protected].

Choir Offerings

Summer Choir is open through August. If you’ve ever wanted to sing in choir or learn more about our ministry there’s no better opportunity than joining us for the summer. We simply rehearse on Sunday mornings at 9:00am in the chancel and learn a simple anthem for the service at 10:00am. Come join us! If you have any questions please contact Director of Music and Organist Christian Crocker at

[email protected]

Do you know a child who enjoys singing?

Our chorister program is a wonderful way for children to share their talents to the glory of God and also learn music theory and vocal technique, gain liturgical knowledge, and grow as leaders in the Church.

Chorister training begins at third grade and rehearsals will begin: September 6

Junior Choristers (3rd-5th grade)

Wednesdays 4:30-5:30

Location: Church

Senior Choristers (6th-8th grade)

Wednesdays 5:00-6:00

Location: Church

To register for choir, please use the link below or contact Christian Crocker at

[email protected]

Chorister Registration Form

Huntsville Assistance Program

Outreach collection!! The HAP pantry is getting low. Many families have to choose between school supplies, clothes, and groceries. HAP always has a big need at back to school time. Please help us fill the HAP pantry on HAP Sunday, August 6^th

Items needed include:

Boxed Cereal

Shelf Stable Milk

Instant Grits and Oatmeal

Boxed Dinner Mixes

Fruit Cups

Lunch Box Fruit Snacks

Click here to sign up for the Trash Pandas game

Click here to sign up for HFC

Lunch Bunch

If you remember when school started after Labor Day, this is the group for you!

Lunch Bunch gathers folks of a "certain vintage" to enjoy food, fun and fellowship while working on projects or learning about programs. We meet each month on the fourth Tuesday at noon in Ridley Hall.

This month the date is August 22 and we look forward to seeing your bright shiny faces. Bring a friend if you like. Lunch is only $7 and your visitor is free!

We will talk about possible trips, speakers and other ways to be involved at Nativity.

See you then. Please reserve a spot by contacting [email protected] or [email protected].

Thank you to everyone who shared their time and resources to make the Nativity sponsored bed build a success! There is still an opportunity to help support this project.

Click HERE to make a financial contribution to Sleep In Heavenly Peace.

Altar Flowers

The next available dates for altar flower dedications are September 10th and December 3rd. Please fill out the altar flower form here or you can find a paper copy in the hallway outside of the nave.

Questions? Call Andrea Vandervoort: 256-539-2673

Jonathan Daniels Pilgrimage

The Common Grounds group has rented a van for the pilgrimage. There are currently 9 spots available. Contact Mother Rosie https://[email protected] to reserve a spot!

Community and Parish Engagement

The Episcopal Church of the Nativity strives to be good neighbors within our church family and in our community. The Parish and Community Engagement Committee works to provide opportunities to connect with each other, non-profit groups and social organizations that support our core values and with our community by opening our doors and sharing our space during downtown community events. This list is ever changing, so make sure to check in regularly for opportunities to engage in your parish and the community! CLICK HERE to find out what we currently have going on! For more information please contact Vicky Hinton, https://[email protected] or Rosie Veal Eby, https://[email protected].

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