Adult Formation

Sundays 10:00AM-10:45AM beginning September 8th.

Zimmerman Bible Study

Location: Banister Room

Dates: September 8, 2024 - May 4, 2025

Description: The Zimmerman Bible Study has been a staple class at Nativity, provided without interruption since the mid-1950s. Named for the original teacher, the class provides a study of the Bible with discussion, and examination of the lessons available today. This year the class will be studying 2 Corinthians this fall, Paul’s letter to that early church. In mid-December the class will begin studying Romans. The class uses various reference materials, as well as the William Barclay commentary on these New Testament books. The class is led by Elise Taylor, and also features several visiting instructors including Basye Holland-Shuey, Bob Serio, and Virginia Monroe. All are welcome!

The Book Class

Location: Joffrion Library

Dates: September 8, 2024 – May 2025

Description:  21 Lessons for the 21st Century by Yuval Noah Harari

Come join us Sunday mornings as we continue our discussions about our culture, society, history, and what our better angels might have us do. We will be discussing some today’s most urgent issues.   Harari untangles political, technological, social, and existential issues and offers advice on how to prepare for a very different future from the world we now live in. Harari’s unique ability to make sense of where we have come from and where we are going has captured the imaginations of millions of readers. He invites us to consider values, meaning, and personal engagement in a world full of noise and uncertainty, where when we are deluged with irrelevant information, clarity is power. Whether or not Harari convinces you that his version of human history is accurate, or whether his predictions about the future of mankind are more likely to come true than others, prepare to be enlightened and highly entertained. If you can't make it in person, join us on Zoom! https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82307785013

Choose Your Own Adventure Bible Stories led by Rev. Rosie Veal-Eby

Location: The Welcome Center

Dates: October 20, 2024 – November 24, 2024

Description: Each Sunday we will have an assortment of bible stories in unmarked envelopes, we will pick one at random and discuss. If you have trouble committing weekly to a class, this class is for you! Join us in the Welcome Center during the formation hour as we discuss some classic bible stories. Questions, contact Mother Rosie. 

Good Book Women’s Bible Study Wednesdays 1:00 – 2:30 pm in the Joffrion Hall Library. The Book chosen by the teachers is Inspired by Rachel Held Evans. Led byThe Rev. Dr. Virginia Monroe, The Rev. Susan Sloan, Marina Prucha, and Jill Chadwick. For more information please contact Carol Sue Goodwin Wgood35801@aol.com .

Reflections Women’s Bible Study Thursdays 9:30 am in the Banister Room. We are studying In View of God’s Mercies: The Gift of the Gospel in Romans by Courtney Doctor.

Men’s Bible Study Wednesdays at 10:00 am in the Joffrion Library. Please contact The Rev.Dr. Bob Serio for more information, bserio@nativity-hsv.org.

Mothers with Young Children weekly Bible Study Mothers with young children this is for you! Join other mothers with young children the second Monday of the month for Mothers Monday Minute from 5:30 until 7:00 pm in Ridley Hall. Enjoy a moment of respite, thoughtful conversation and free childcare! Children will be served pizza and applesauce for dinner. Questions? Contact Vicky Hinton, vhinton@nativity-hsv.org.

Men’s Breakfast Group 2nd Tuesday of every month at 7:00 am in Ridley Hall. We begin with a morning devotion at 7:00 in Ridley Hall followed by breakfast and guest speaker. This group also meets for a quarterly social and a Men's Retreat at Camp McDowell every March. Questions? Contact The Rev. Bob Serio bserio@nativity-hsv.org.

Common Ground monthly Meetings Meets every first and third Sunday at 6:00 PM in Nativity's Welcome Center next to Green Bus. If you have a heart for social justice and a desire for purposeful dialogue and meaningful action, Common Grounds is for you. Contact Derek Koehl at derekkoehl@protonmail.com.

Sacred Ground Sacred Ground is a film- and readings-based dialogue series on race, grounded in faith.  Small groups are invited to walk through chapters of America’s history of race and racism, while weaving in threads of family story, economic class, and political and regional identity. 10-15 week commitment that involves both independent reading and film study followed by group discussion. Contact Vicky Hinton for more information, vhinton@nativity-hsv.org.

Lunch Bunch meets on the fourth Tuesday of the month for lunch, conversation and a program or project. It is designed to provide food for thought and body. The group is aimed at those who are blessed with an AARP card or at least qualify for one. If you or someone you know would like more information about this auspicious group, please contact Bob Serio, bserio@nativity-hsv.org or Susan Sloan, ssloan@nativity-hsv.org.

The Daughers of the King is an order or, a community under a religious rule; especially one requiring members to take solemn vows. We don’t just enroll as members and attend meetings; we take life-long vows to follow the Rule of Prayer and the Rule of Service.

What is a Rule?

A Rule is a prescribed guide for conduct or action by laws or regulations prescribed by the founder of a religious order for observance by its members. Members of the Order undertake a Rule of Life, incorporating the Rule of Prayer and Service. By reaffirmation of the promises made at Baptism and Confirmation, a Daughter pledges herself to a life-long program of prayer, service, and evangelism, dedicated to the spread of Christ’s Kingdom and the strengthening of the spiritual life of her parish. The Rule of Prayer is a commitment to thoughtfully pray daily, and through the Rule of Service, a Daughter seeks daily to do the will of God.

The Motto of the Order

For His Sake…

I am but one, but I am one.

I cannot do everything, but I can do something.

What I can do, I ought to do.

What I ought to do, by the grace of God I will do.

Lord, what will you have me do?

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Daughters of the King National 

A new Christian community is formed as Episcopalians from all across the Diocese come together to learn, worship, and experience Christian joy together at Camp McDowell. Cursillo weekends are a time of spiritual renewal and  feature a series of talks by lay staff members as well as meditations and daily Eucharist celebrated by clergy. Cursillo weekends are funded by donations from those who have gone through a previous weekend, so there is no cost to attend. Contact David Collette (256-527-2560) or Debbie Collette (256-527-5050).