If you would like to join this fun-filled and spirit-filled group, our next meeting will be on Saturday, November 4 at 9am in the Parish Library.
We will be doing a Christmas Nostalgia craft the meeting, as well as putting together the craft kits for the kids for the St. Nicholas Breakfast.
Sunday, November 5th after the 9:30am Mass
Downstairs in the Parish Hall
Please join us at the next Hospitality Sunday as we welcome our new Parish Secretaries, Anne Wingertzahn and Allison Higgins!
Click here to sign up if you would like to volunteer at this event with the Nativity Women’s Group. We can use help with set up, food, and clean up.
Holy Cross Academy’s Open House
Date: Thursday, November 9, 2023
Time: 9:30 AM
Location: Holy Cross Academy, 40 Rumson Road, Rumson NJ 07760
Join us at Holy Cross Academy’s Fall Open House on Thursday, November 9th, starting at 9:30 AM. We’re excited to welcome prospective families to explore our school, catering to preschool through grade 8. Discover our engaging and nurturing educational environment that fosters holistic growth, traditional Catholic teachings and academic excellence. Meet our dedicated faculty, tour our facilities, and learn about our comprehensive curriculum designed to empower students both academically and personally. This is a wonderful opportunity to get a firsthand look at the Holy Cross Academy experience and how we prepare students for a successful future. We can’t wait to see you there!
Register online at hcarumson.org
From November 5 thru 12, you will have the opportunity to Honor the Veteran(s) in your life by placing a gold star, with a veteran’s name, on the poster located at the side entrance to the church.
Father Chris will give a special blessing to veterans displayed for their patriotism and service.
Help make those soldiers and sailors currently on active duty feel special by donating some of the following items. All donations should be placed in the collection bins at the church entrances. Thank you!
| Batteries Beef jerky Bug spray and wipes Chapstick Chips, Doritos, etc. Coffee and tea Cookies (any kind) Crunch and Munch Dried fruit snacks Feminine hygiene products Gold Bond foot powder Gum Licorice Life Savers Microwave popcorn Moisturizer |
Nuts (any kind) Peanut butter Powdered drink mixes Protein and granola bars Pumpkin seeds Q-Tips Razors Rice Krispie Treats Shampoos and conditioners Shaving cream Socks Sunflower seeds Suntan lotion Tic-Tacs Trail mix |
Gather with us to express our gratitude, love, and well wishes for those around us… come for 4:30pm Mass and stay for dinner!
Nativity Potluck Friendsgiving
Saturday, November 18
5:30pm – 8:00pm
Parish Hall
Immediately following 4:30pm Mass
All are encouraged to bring and share your favorite dishes. You may drop them off before Mass either in the Parish Hall or at the back door by the Religious Ed classrooms. Feel free to share recipes or special instructions (ie, gluten free) on index cards. Pans are available for sternos. Please let us know if you need one by writing your request in the Comments section on the Sign-up Sheet. If cooking is not your thing, we could use your help setting and cleaning up. Access the Friendsgiving Sign-up Sheet.
Questions? Please contact Claire Harbeck, Pastoral Associate, claireh@nativitychurchnj.org or 732-741-1714 x220.
All are welcome to attend the dedication of the Interior Marian Courtyard on Tuesday, August 15, 2023, the Feast of the Assumption of Mary. The dedication will take place immediately following 8am Mass. Please gather by the windows overlooking the courtyard in the hallway between the chapel and the parish library.
Now—November 19
Religious Books and Gifts will be On Sale
In the Colonnade
All Proceeds will go to the Organ Fund
Enormous Discounts!
The Knights of Columbus are selling 50-50 raffle tickets. The raffle drawing date will be December 18 for a cash prize of up to $5,000. Ticket books are $25 per book.
Proceeds to benefit the Knights of Columbus-sponsored charites such as Coats for Kids, the Arc of Monmouth, Birthright of Red Bank, and Catholic Education.
Ticket sales will occur at the October 29th and November 19th weekend Masses. To purchase tickets directly, please contact John Hayes at john.hayes1@gmail.com or 551-206-5706.
