Upcoming Events
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April 26/27
Center OF Hope
Before/After Each Mass
The Women’s Group has chosen
The Center of Hope as a church community outreach project.
The Center is a refuge providing advocacy, therapeutic counseling and residential services to victims of domestic abuse, sexual violence, stalking and human trafficking.
It is located in Columbia and has served clients in Maury, Giles, Lawrence and Wayne for 35 years.
The center aids an average of 700-800 clients annually. We have met with the admins and ascertained their greatest need which is toiletries. WGON plans a twice yearly collection in April and October. On the weekends of April 26/27 and May 3/4, a collection box for the requested toiletries will be in the Narthex.
Please help support the Center of Hope.
KofC Brisket Sale
After 8:30am and 11am Masses
Church of the Nativity, Knights of Columbus Council #16604 will resume their BBQ Pulled Pork Sandwich Sale after the 8:30 and 11:00 AM Sunday Masses on April 27, 2025 or until they sell out.
You get a sandwich, bag of chips and BBQ sauce for $8.
The proceeds of the sale will support a wide range of activities of the Knights of Columbus, including for our Parish, the Pregnancy Centers of Middle Tennessee, the Youth of the Parish, Seminarians and other efforts.
Thank You for Your Continued Support! God Bless!
COTN Gear Sale
Before/After Each Mass
We will be selling COTN T-shirts, NEW SWEATSHIRTS and Canvas bags in the narthex on April 26/27 before and after all Masses. Proceeds from the sales go directly to the VBS and Faith Formation programs. Thank you all for your support!
We will also have VBS Volunteer sign ups available!
VBS is currently FULL, but you can be added to the waitlist.
Children of the Eucharist
Thursday, May 1st from 6-7pm
Faith Formation invites you to join us for an hour of Eucharistic Adoration for children.
The format of the hour will allow time for silent prayer, singing, reading scripture, short discussions, questions and reflection. This is geared toward elementary age children, however, all are welcome! The preschool children that have attended the last two months have truly enjoyed it too! Father Jerry or Father Cyriak will be available for Confession during the hour. Confirmation students may receive a service hour for attending.
We hope to have a musical guest this time! If you have any questions please contact Gina Taddeo faithformation@nativitycatholic.net
Evening Book Club
6:30pm on Thursday, May 1st
The evening book club will be reading "All the Colors of the Dark"
by Chris Whitaker
We will meet in room 104
For information contact Cristina Ramirez at cristinaramirez@charter.net
You’re Invited! To Pull the Weeds to Grow the Seeds!
Saturday, May 10th from 8:45am - 1:00pm
Our prayer is that you read this as an invitation from God!
This service day is about building our rosary walk gardens one step at a time, loving the gifts the Lord has given and taking time to prepare the ground for beautiful faith to grow. You may even hear His gentle whisper, His unique message for you! We have three different days available: 5/10, 9/13 and 10/11. Sign up for one or all three. If the sign up is full we would love you to still attend so contact Carrie Pfieffer cdpfieffer@yahoo.com
The service hours will incorporate prayer and work, a mix of physical and spiritual activities: Morning Mass will settle our hearts, stepping outdoors to work in the gardens of the Rosary Walk, a short group discussion, and conclude with praying the rosary. The gardening service day is meant to be familiar with experiencing God in nature.
Retreat Schedule
8:45 AM check in at Welcome Desk in Narthex
9:00 AM Morning Mass
9:30 AM nourishment and instructions
9:45 AM meditative gardening
11:15 AM cleanup – nourishment
11:45 AM group discussion-feedback
12:00 PM Rosary Rally
1:00 PM closing prayer
The service day is rain or shine, so dress (bring gloves if you have them) for working outside. If the weather is really uncooperative, we will have indoor activities. Volunteering together to step away from material things and retreat closer to God!
Please review the signup genius here:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/70A0F44A8AA2FA0FF2-50382362-youre
KofC Coffee Sale
May 10/11 Before and After each Mass
The Knights of Columbus will have our next coffee sale May 10th and 11th, in the Narthex after each Mass or until supplies run out. This month’s coffee sale will feature a new brand of coffee from Gloria Patri. Ethically sourced and locally roasted in partnership with Muletown Coffee Roasters, Gloria Patri’s commitment to “awaken the faith” includes artful packaging featuring Catholic symbolism and prayers. Gloria Patri donates a portion of proceeds to charities such as Cross Catholic Outreach.
We will have 12 oz. bags in light, medium, and dark roast. Coffee is available in whole bean, but the Knights will provide a service to grind your coffee onsite if needed. A wonderful gift for Mom on her special weekend!
Red Cross Blood Drive
8:30am-1:30pm • Sunday, May 18
Red Cross Blood Drive will be held
downstairs at Nativity.
Log into recrossblood.org
to schedule a time and use
code "Nativity" to sign up!
The last blood drive collected 46 units of blood. The May 18th blood drive has 68 spots on the schedule. Please remember that each unit of blood has the potential of helping three patients in need of blood. The Red Cross will message all donors as to where their donation is being utilized.
KofC 2025 Golf Tournament
7:00am on Friday, June 13th
KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS COUNCIL 16604 – 2025 GOLF TOURNAMENT
Proceeds Support COTN Building Fund, Coats for Kids, Youth Programs, and other areas in support of our parish.
WHEN: Friday, June 13th, 2025. Registration begins at 7:00 AM.
WHERE: Towhee Club – 3901 Kedron Road, Spring Hill, TN 37174
TICKETS: $140 per player. Includes a round of golf, cart rental, light breakfast, and lunch. There will be a maximum of 25 teams with 4 players per team. Singles will be paired with others to form a team.
tickets can be purchased online -https://square.link/u/xXkpr8Wg
Summer Bucket List
Church of the Nativity's Summer Bucket list is available again this year.
Complete 10 or more items on the list, have a parent sign it, drop it off before July 23rd and you will be invited to an Ice Cream Party with Father Jerry and Father Cyriac after the 5pm Mass on July 27th.
You can pick up a copy from the table in the narthex (at the top of the stairs), downstairs at the Faith Formation Office or click on the link to download one from our website nativitycatholic.net/summer-bucket-list.
Contact Gina Taddeo if you have any questions (714)307-0617
Have a great summer!