1. The Annual Meeting
December 4 at 9:15 A.M. Strengthen Your Servants: Adult
All members of the Church of the Nativity are encour- An Adult Confirmation
aged to attend the Annual Meeting at which the Rec- Class Formation
tor and Vestry will report on the events of the past year
of the church, present the operating budget for 2012,
Sundays at 4:00 p.m.
October 16 - November 20
Programs
and elect new vestry members. The meeting will be For those who wish to be con-
held at 9:15am in the church. The 8:00am service will firmed (i.e., make a formal, Church of the Nativity
be as normal; the 10:30 service may begin a few min- adult declaration of faith) in
utes late. the Episcopal Church, those
who were confirmed a long
time ago and forgot what they
Rejoice! Reflections learned the first time around,
On Seasonal Hymns or for those simply curious to
December 11,18 know more about the Episco-
At 9:15 A.M. pal Church and why we do
There are few things as what it is we do.
evocative as songs of the
Christmas season. For
these two weeks we will
explore the rich emo-
tional and experiential
meaning of the lyrics to Adult Education & Formation at Nativity is a program
some of the most beloved that is rich in diverse offerings that are food for
hymns of the Advent and thought & nourishment for the spirit. The forums,
Christmas season. studies and classes that will make up the Adult Educa-
tion Program are meant to help equip the pilgrims and
seekers of Nativity on their personal road of faith.
Pausing on the Road to Bethlehem:
A Spiritual Journey Through Advent Church of the Nativity
December 1, 8, 15, 22 8849 Ray Road
Thursdays at 6:00pm Raleigh, NC 27613
This study is designed for those who want to slow
down and sink into the Advent season. It is inspira- (919) 846-8338 “Our Faith and Our World “
tional and devotional in nature, an experiential www.nativityonline.org
Advent-ure through the weeks of Advent. During these
four sessions we will utilize music, art, poetry, and a
variety of interactive activities centered on biblical Fall 2011:
passages that connect to Advent. This forum is for Forums
those who want to journey through this season at a Bible Studies
mindful pace. We will walk with Mary and Joseph on Book Discussions
the road to Bethlehem, taking time to "ponder these
Educational Events
things in our heart."

2. Program Year Kick-Off! To Nurture and 2. Bible Study: The Word for the Day
Sunday September 11 Inspire: October 16, 23, 30 November 6, 13, 20
at 9:15 A.M. A three year plan At 9:15 A.M.
Learn more about for the Church of A time to examine the lectionary texts in church ap-
the Adult Formation the Nativity pointed for that Sunday. Read, mark, and inwardly
offerings for the Sunday digest the scripture to hear new ways God is calling
Fall. Come taste and October 2 your faith to interact with the church and the world.
see the myriad of At 9:15 A.M. (Adult Learning Center)
ways to nurture and We will begin the
explore your faith at annual stewardship campaign with a special presenta-
the Church of the tion by the Vestry of the plan that has been developed
Nativity! to strengthen and build Nativity’s programs and offer-
(Estill House/Corlett ings, and to serve the needs of our surrounding com-
Hall) munity. (Estill House/Corlett Hall)
Nets for Life October 16, 23, 30 November 6, 13, 20
Sunday September 18, 2011 at 9:15 A.M.
at 9:15 A.M. There will be three offerings at this time-choose 3.The Forums
Join us this Sunday for a presentation on the incredible one! The Book Study will be an on-going commit- Pop Theology - A Religion and Pop Culture Remix
impact a simple mosquito net might have on the lives ment through November 20. The Bible Study will October 16, 23, 30 at 9:15 A.M.
of many, and how we can contribute to this campaign. discuss the lectionary readings appointed for that When faced with trying to explain how you relate your
(Estill House/Corlett Hall) particular Sunday. The Adult Forum will cover vari- life to your faith, are you more likely to quote St. Paul,
ous topics described below. or Homer Simpson? This forum will tackle how Chris-
tians interact with pop culture & explore how pop cul-
Youth Exchange with Botswana ture reflects Christian beliefs & concepts. (Estill House/
September 25 Corlett Hall)
at 9:15 A.M. 1. Book Study of
An Altar in the World: A Geography of Faith Religion and Politics
A delegation of youth and adults from the Episcopal
by Barbara Brown Taylor November 6, 13, 20 at 9:15 A.M.
Diocese of North Carolina and the Anglican Diocese A Discussion of perspectives as to how our faith should
of Newcastle shared a 12-day youth exchange with October 16, 23, 30 November 6, 13, 20
or should not interact with these topics. The Rev. Dr.
the Anglican Diocese of Botswana July 13-27. Come at 9:15 A.M. George Clifford will guide us through three weeks ex-
see pictures and hear stories of their time in Reading & discussion of critically acclaimed au- amining how our faith relates to our political ideology
Botswana and all that they experienced there. thor and preacher Barbara Brown Taylor offers and vice versa. (Estill House/Corlett Hall)
(Estill House/Corlett Hall) her story of encountering the sacred in everyday
life. “...Taylor reveals concrete ways to discover An Intergenerational
the sacred in the small things we do and see. Advent Event
Some-thing as ordinary as hanging clothes on a November 27 at 9:15 A.M.
clothes-line becomes an act of devotion if we pay All are invited to Corlett Hall
atten-tion to what we are doing and take time to for an intergenerational Ad-
attend to the sights, smells, and sounds around vent Event! There will be an
us.” (Adult Learning Center) offering of fun, interactive
ways to be-gin our Advent
practices to help us slow
down and prepare our hearts
for the Christmas Season.
(Estill House/Corlett Hall)