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“We are the stewards of Nativity’s history so that we continue to provide a place to come home, for generations to come.”

Funerals Our Faithfully Departed Please remember in your prayers:

Helen Vogel Tom Johnson May their souls and those of all the faithfully departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace, amen.

Images Cover Image A Hug from Daddy | Saturday, September 14, 2019 By Therese Steinhoff | Courtesy of Nativity County Fair https://www.theresesteinhoff.com/ Photos Wanted! Have any great photos that you took at Nativity? From weddings to Turkey Bingo, we’d love to highlight the vibrancy, faith, and beauty of our parish in the bulletin and other print publications, on the website, and through our various social media outlets. Please send photos, with caption, to ihuss@nativity-mn.org and let us know who should get the credit. Thank you! (This one’s from Fr. Nick. Thanks, Father!)

Submissions Publishing Guidelines Bulletin content is typically required by Monday at noon for the following Sunday’s bulletin, while digital content requires at least two business days prior to desired publication. Visit https://nativity-mn.org/content-submissions for more information, or to submit copy for the parish bulletin, online calendar, social media, and email newsletter. Images must still be sent via email to ihuss@nativity-mn.org. Publishing is not guaranteed, and is generally granted on a first-come, first-served basis, giving priority to official Nativity of Our Lord events and communications. Bulletin submissions can also be sent to bulletin@nativity-mn.org.

–Isaac Huss, Communications Director and Bulletin Editor

Holy Matrimony Banns Please pray for all our engaged couples as they prepare to receive the sacrament of Holy Matrimony, especially… Saturday, September 28, 2019 Alexandra Bannick & Derek Kappes Nicola Fitzpatrick & Darren Galligan* Saturday, October 5, 2019 Anne King & James Nichols Friday, October 11, 2019 Jamie Smith & Timothy Scallen* Saturday, October 12, 2019

Maggie Joyce & Augie Thuente Wedding Planning To be married at Nativity at Our Lord, the bride, groom, or one of their parents must be an active, registered parishioner for at least six months prior to scheduling a wedding. Contact the parish office for more information at info@nativity-mn.org or (651) 696-5401. *Ceremony not celebrated at Nativity

Baptism Baptism Preparation Baptisms are typically held on first and third Sundays at 9:30am in the church. For first-time parents, required baptismal classes are typically held on the fourth Sunday of each month at 1:30pm in the church, excluding December. Contact the parish office at info@nativity-mn.org or (651) 696-5401 to register.

About Mission Statement Nativity of our Lord is a vibrant Catholic community committed to helping each person answer the call of Jesus Christ to serve as his disciple by nurturing a rich sacramental and spiritual life, supporting strong Catholic education and faith formation, fostering fellowship and community, and providing abundant opportunities to participate in the parish’s long tradition of Christian witness. In case you missed it, our pastor Fr. Patrick Hipwell announced our new parish mission statement in his “From The Hip” column earlier this month, now available at https://nativity-mn.org/news/mission-statement/.

Holy Orders Priesthood Sunday - Sunday, September 29 Next Sunday is a special day set aside to honor the priests of the United States. We are invited to reflect upon the gift of the priesthood and affirm those who have answered the call to serve the Church. We would like to take the opportunity to thank Fr. Patrick Hipwell, our pastor, and Fr. Nick Hagen, our parochial vicar, as well as all who currently serve us upon request and those who have served us in the past. Baskets and note paper will be provided in the back of church and we invite you to utilize them for your personal messages. Please join us as we honor our priests next Sunday!

Information Pastor Father Patrick Hipwell (pictured)

Regular Mass & Prayer Times See back page calendar for weekly schedule. Hearing aid devices are available in the sacristy. Lord’s Day Mass Saturday: 5pm (vigil); Sunday: 7am, 8:15am, 9:30am (downstairs in Steiner Hall), 11am, and 5pm Daily Mass Monday-Saturday: 8:15am; Monday-Friday: 5pm Sacrament of Reconciliation Monday-Friday: 7:45-8:10am and 4:30-4:55pm Saturday: 3:30-4:30pm Emergency Anointing of the Sick (24 hours) (651) 696-5401 (press 1) Prayer Line 9am-7pm Bette Hoffman (651) 699-8249 Mary Kay O'Rourke (651) 698-5638 Contacts Pastor Father Patrick Hipwell (651) 696-5401 Parochial Vicar Father Nick Hagen (651) 696-5440 Deacon Rev. Mr. Russ Kocemba (651) 696-5401 Deacon Rev. Mr. Don Tienter (651) 696-5401 Business Administrator Laura Barr (651) 696-5423 Parish Secretary Tim Huberty (651) 696-5401 Director of Music & Liturgy Patrick Henning (651) 696-5430 Director of Nativity Choir Rob Pontious (651) 653-3655 Dir. of Faith Form. & RCIA Katie Schaitberger (651) 696-5441 Pastoral Care Coord. Nancy Shatek-Suek (651) 696-5444 Facilities Director Steve Boatman (651) 696-5434 Director of Comms. & Marketing Isaac Huss (651) 696-5425 School Principal Kate Wollan (651) 699-1311 Early Learning Center Director Nicole McGie (651) 696-5437 Pastoral Council Chair Andrew Latham latham@macalester.edu Lay Trustee Gerald Brennan (651) 696-5401 Lay Trustee Dan Flanagan (651) 696-5401 Church 1938 Stanford Avenue, St. Paul, MN 55105 Lannan Parish Center (Parish Office) 1900 Wellesley Avenue, St. Paul, MN 55105 Fax: (651) 696-5458 Phone: (651) 696-5401 Monday-Thursday: 8am-4pm; Friday: 8am-Noon School Office Phone: (651) 699-1311 1900 Stanford Avenue, St. Paul, MN 55105 Website www.nativity-mn.org Email info@nativity-mn.org @NativityStPaul NativityStPaul @NativityStPaul

Community Swing Dancing at St. Mark’s - Saturday, September 28, 7pm All (18+) are invited for "A Night of Swing" with live music by the NorthStar Big Band next Saturday, September 28 at St. Mark’s gym. Lessons begin at 7pm, with music running 7:30-10pm. Admission is $10 at the door, or $7 with a student ID. Beer and wine will be available for purchase. Abria’s 2019 Celebrate Life Gala - October 25 The Celebrate Life Gala is an evening that recognizes and raises support for Abria Pregnancy Resources’ life-affirming work in the Twin Cities. With clinics in both St. Paul and Minneapolis, Abria offers a safe, non-judgmental, supportive environment for women and couples facing an unexpected pregnancy. The 2019 gala is Friday, October 25, from 6-9pm at The Depot-Renaissance Minneapolis Hotel. To sponsor a table or register, visit https://supporters.abria.org. Contact Theresa Lauber at theresa.lauber@comcast.net or (651) 695-0124 to be seated with other Nativity parishioners.

Society of SVdP About The Society of St. Vincent de Paul (SVdP) is an international organization of lay men and women who have committed to live and grow their Christian faith through prayer and person-to-person service to those in need. The Nativity of Our Lord Conference (chapter) of the Society of SVdP began in January of last year with the intention to support the poor in our parish and in our community through home visits and direct financial assistance. If you are in crisis: Call us at (651) 334-2935. If you need furniture, household items, or clothes:

Shop our Thrift Store at 461 West 7th Street. If you wish to donate furniture, household items, or clothes: Drop them off at our Thrift Store at 461 West 7th Street. If you want to donate money: Leave your donation in the collection plate or at the parish office c/o SVdP. If you wish to join the Nativity Conference: Call us at (651) 334-2935. Please consider remembering The Society of St. Vincent de Paul in your estate plan.

Archdiocese Women’s Retreat – Saturday, September 28, 8:30am-3pm The Archdiocesan Women’s Retreat is next Saturday at Epiphany in Coon Rapids. The day includes Mass with Bishop Cozzens; presentations from Nell O’Leary, Father Brian Park, and Nativity of Our Lord’s own Dia Boyle; adoration and Reconciliation; and, of course, fellowship with other Catholic women. For more information, visit www.archspm.org/womensretreat, or contact Susanna Parent at parents@archspm.org or (651) 291-4411.

Men’s Club Monthly Meeting - October 10 The Men's Club welcomes all men of the parish to our monthly meetings each month from September to June. For more information and to join our email list, please visit www.NativityMen.org.

Communications Email Newsletter Have you signed up for Nativity News yet? Nativity of Our Lord’s weekly email newsletter highlights events of the upcoming weekend, and connects parishioners to helpful resources on the web. Visit https://nativity-mn.org/email-newsletter to sign up.

Faith Formation Confirmation Make-Up Are you entering grades 9-12 and not yet received the sacrament of Confirmation? Are you interested in learning about being Confirmed as a High School student? Please contact Katie Schaitberger, Director of Faith Formation, at (651) 696-5441 or kschaitberger@nativity-mn.org for more information on our upcoming process to receive the Sacrament of Confirmation. RCIA Have you been thinking about becoming a Catholic? Or perhaps people have mentioned to you that they wish they had a faith like yours? Opportunities to learn about our faith are always available. If you know someone who is interested in becoming Catholic or learning more, please have them reach out to Katie Schaitberger, RCIA Director, at (651) 696-5441 or kschaitberger@nativity-mn.org. Children’s Liturgy Volunteers Needed Do you have an hour per month to volunteer at the 9:30am Mass? We are looking for adults who would like to enthusiastically share their faith by teaching in Nativity’s Children’s Liturgy of the Word program, which serves children ages 3-6. The program starts soon and ends approximately when the school year does. Materials and guidance are provided. If interested, please contact Katie Schaitberger, Director of Faith Formation, at (651) 696-5441 or kschaitberger@nativity-mn.org. Bishop Barron Liturgy Video Study - Begins October 3 Nativity of Our Lord is pleased to again invite parishioners to learn about The Mass with Bishop Barron of Word on Fire. This study offers unique insights into the most privileged and intimate encounter with our Lord Jesus Christ. This fall, there will be both a Thursday morning study, following the 8:15am Mass with Linda Kracht as facilitator, as well as a 7pm Thursday evening study led by Nativity’s new Director of Religious Education, Katie Schaitberger. Please call the Parish Office at (651) 696-5401 to register, noting which session you plan to attend. Registration is $25 and includes a study guide. The study is just seven lessons in length. Locations TBD based upon session enrollment. Contact Katie Schaitberger at (651) 696-5441 or kschaitberger@nativity-mn.org for more information. Please invite neighbors, family, and friends so they can grow with you in faith and understanding!

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Respect Life 40 Days for Life Potluck Kickoff - Wednesday, Sept. 25, 5pm The 40 Days for Life Fall Campaign begins this Wednesday, September 25. We invite you to join for any or all of the kick-off activities. Families with little ones in strollers are especially encouraged to come in the morning (any time from 7am-noon) for peaceful prayer in front of Planned Parenthood. This is a safe activity, as there will be many people present on Wednesday. The little ones are especially powerful witnesses. On Wednesday evening, we will join with neighboring parishes for a potluck to kick off the campaign in the Community Room on the lower level of Saint Mark's church from 5-7 pm, followed by the Opening Prayer Rally Candlelight Vigil, sponsored by Pro-Life Action Ministries, in front of Planned Parenthood at 7pm. We have adopted two days of prayer: Wednesday, October 2 and Tuesday, October 22. Our goal is to have a minimum of two prayer witnesses signed up each hour from 6am-6pm, both days. In addition, we will have pastor-led prayer with Father Humberto and other members of PES in front of Planned Parenthood starting at 1pm on Sunday, October 6. To sign up for an hour or more of prayer, visit www.tiny.cc/fall40days2019. To find out more about and join in this important lifesaving effort, visit https://40daysforlife.com/ or contact Karen McCann at (612) 964-4522 or karmccann@comcast.net. Be a part of our community's peaceful and prayerful efforts to end abortion!

Grandparents Fall Event w/Seminarian Mike Reinhardt - October 16 All grandparents are invited to a time of enrichment, encouragement, prayer, and fellowship on Wednesday, October 16 in Steiner Hall. Mike Reinhardt, seminarian at The St. Paul Seminary School of Divinity, will present Walking Together to Christ (note corrected title). Sign-up begins at 8:45am, and refreshments will be served. Join us for Mass at 8:15am with the parish in the church if you’re able, and then downstairs for the program. Contact Lilee Perera at (651) 414-9367 with any questions.

Dear Nativity School & Parish Families,

We would like to extend our deepest gratitude for the over 1000 volunteers who helped make

the 2019 Nativity County Fair a great success. We give special thanks to Father Patrick Hipwell,

Father Nick Hagen, Principal Kate Wollan and Assistant Principal Sandy Kane for their

unwavering support and encouragement. The theme of Home was woven into the NCF

weekend through the new Alumni tent, the thoughtful decorations representing the nurturing

Nativity family, Deacon Don’s “Coming Home” homily at the outdoor mass and everyone

working together to make it all happen.

We are so grateful for the overwhelmingly generous support of the live and silent auctions and

Fund-A-Need. Our gratitude is echoed in the classrooms where families who seek an education

for their children at Nativity School can receive the financial support needed to be a part of this

incredible community. We thank the entire school and parish staff, and our many generous

sponsors and donors who share their time, talents and treasures to keep this amazing Nativity

tradition thriving year after year.

We would especially like to thank the 2019 Steering Committee and their families for their

sacrifice and commitment to making the Nativity County Fair an amazing success. Steve and

Mary Jo Katras, Patrick and Rebecca Martin, Esther Sobocinski, Megan and Joe Jacobson, Jamie

and Andy Omann, Casey and Tom Stephens, Jeff and Connie Shea, and Chairs Emeritus Claire

and Steve Noble, Sheryl and Mark Sheehan...we could not have done it without this incredible

team!

To all who came out and supported the Fair by riding the ferris wheel, buying a sandwich,

playing a midway game, or enjoying the entertainment on the main stage...

WE THANK YOU for making the 45th Nativity County Fair a successful and joy-filled WELCOME

HOME event!

With so much gratitude,

2019 Nativity County Fair Chairs Tom & Mary Ek Bridget McConville & Matt Mundy

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Confession: None

(25th Week in Ordinary Time)

40 Days for Life Potluck & Vigil

Off Campus 5pm

Faith Formation

Steiner Hall 6:45pm

Ss. Cosmas and Damian

St. Vincent de Paul*

SVdP Feast Day Mass & Dinner

Church & Steiner Hall

5pm

St. Wenceslaus*; St. Lawrence Ruiz and Companions

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26th Sunday in Ordinary Time

World Day of Migrants

and Refugees

Priesthood Sunday

40 Days for Life

St. Pius of Pietrelcina (Padre Pio)

Boy Scouts Troop Meeting

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Calendar · September 23-29, 2019

Mass Intentions 8:15am 5pm

Mon. 9/23 Judy Grimes Myles Sathanandan + Tues. 9/24 Walt Huss Lori and Mark Famoville Wed. 9/25 Audrey Charba Joe and Virginia Magner Thurs. 9/26 “Ginny” Sullivan + Randall and Mary McClure Fri. 9/27 Marty Foss + Kevin Senander + Sat. 9/28 Mary Beth Stupka + -

Mass Readings Monday: Ezr 1:1-6; Ps 126:1-6; Lk 8:16-18 Tuesday: Ezr 6:7-8, 12, 14-20; Ps 122:1-5; Lk 8:19-21 Wednesday: Ezr 9:5-9; Tb:13:2-4, 7-8; Lk 9:1-6 Thursday: Hg 1:1-8; Ps 149:1-6, 9; Lk 9:7-9 Friday: Hg 2:1-9; Ps 43:1-4; Lk 9:18-22 Saturday: Zec 2:5-9, 14-15; Jer 31:10-13; Lk 9:43-45 Sunday: Am 6:1, 4-7; Ps 146:7-10; 1 Tm 6:11-16; Lk 16:19-31

Online Formation FORMED Pick of the Week - Sunday, September 22 Is the Bible more than just a collection of ancient writings, more than simply an important historical document to be appreciated but ultimately dismissed? This week, visit http://nativitystpaul.formed.org, watch Symbolon: Knowing the Faith, Episode 3., and be FORMED!

Service Catholic Tutors Corps at Mass - September 21-22 The Catholic Tutor Corps (CTC) has been providing volunteer tutors to Minneapolis and St. Paul Catholic schools for 18 years. The tutors, working one-on-one in grades 1-8, have become an increasingly important resource for these schools and the demand for more tutors continues to grow. We are now recruiting tutors to assist us this school year. The schools we serve have predominately low income and minority populations. We have needs for tutors at three schools close to the Nativity of Our Lord Community: St. Peter Claver, St. Jerome, and St. Pascal of Baylon. Please consider volunteering a couple of hours a week to share your knowledge with some young students. If you are interested, contact Richard McGuire, President, at (612) 360-0677 or ctutorcorps@gmail.com, visit www.catholictutorcorps.com, or stop by our table at Mass this weekend, September 21-22.

Charity & Justice World Day of Migrants & Refugees - Sunday, September 29 One Body is a group of Catholic parishes committed to addressing the crisis facing immigrant families in our church and in Minnesota. On the weekend of September 29, we celebrate World Day of Migrants and Refugees. Nativity of Our Lord parishioners will be available after Mass to let you know how you can be involved. Please stop by and receive a copy of Pope Francis' Message for World Day of Migrants and Refugees. Visit www.isaiahmn.org/onebody for more information.