12 Knights for Christmas

The “12 Knights for Christmas” campaign continues again this year throughout December and into the New Year. As a Knight myself, I remain powerfully and deeply grateful to the work done by the Knights in our local Council 3187. This year, I continue my journey in the Knights as Council Chaplain as well as recently attaining the 4th Degree, the highest local rank for Knights.

Founded on the principles of charity, unity and fraternity, the Knights of Columbus was established in 1882 by Father Michael J. McGivney, assistant pastor of St. Mary’s Church in New Haven, CT, and a group of parishioners. In 2023, Knights come from every stage of life, and from all corners of the world. Today, more than ever, our Church needs men to lead, to serve, to protect and defend…to join together as husbands, fathers, sons, neighbors committed to Fr. McGivney’s vision of active discipleship through acts of charity, fraternity and love of neighbor.

Examples of Council 3187 charitable activities and service include: ARC, Special Olympics, Coats for Kids, Local Food Banks Collections, NJ Covenant House, NJ Birthright, Local High School and University Scholarships, and many more! In addition, the Knights serve the pastors of Nativity and Holy Cross.

Over the next few months, it is my hope that we can add at least 12 new Council 3187 members to help support the needs of our parishes and surrounding communities. Please join me in my hope and prayer that this goal will be achieved. I hope that you will answer my call and join today. It only takes a few minutes to complete the online application and if you join now through January 31, 2024, you can become a member of the Knights of Columbus for FREE.

Click here to join.

Use Promo Code BLESSEDMCGIVNEY, specifying Council 3187.

– Fr. Chris

January 7: Dorm Mass for College Students [SIGNUP]

The Notre Dame Club of the Jersey Shore and the Church of the Nativity are hosting a Dorm Mass for college students returning to campus after winter break. All are welcome!

Sunday, January 7, 2024 at 4pm
Church of the Nativity
180 Ridge Road
Fair Haven, NJ

Pizza will be served in the Parish Hall following Mass.

What is a Dorm Mass?

Each week on the Notre Dame campus, every residence hall celebrates Mass in its own chapel, fostering the atmosphere of student camaraderie through the sacrament of the Eucharist.

The Notre Dame Club of the Jersey Shore and the Church of the Nativity are partnering to bring this prayerful experience to local college students and their families.

If you would like to attend, please complete this survey to help us with our planning (and pizza order!).

Questions? Contact Claire Harbeck at claireh@nativitychurchnj.org or 732-741-1714 x220.

February 8: Holy Hour

Please join us for our Monthly Parish Holy Hour!

Date: Thursday, February 8, 2024
Time: 7pm
Location: Church

A Holy Hour is a great way to spend time in the presence of Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament. The Eucharist will be present on the altar and we will have time for both communal and silent prayer.

 

Nativity Women’s Group Mardi Gras Dinner Bingo & Gift Basket Event – Tuesday, March 4

To make our night a success, we are accepting donations of new items, gift certificates, toys, games, home decor, services from local businesses and empty baskets.

Not sure what to do with some of those Christmas gifts? Missed the return window? Not the right color? Not your style? We will gladly take any regifting items.

Items may be dropped off in the Parish Office. Please mark items, “Nativity Women’s Group.”

Nativity Sleep Out for Covenant House – March 14

Covenant House NJ, a non-profit organization dedicated to helping homeless teens, is hosting a Sleep Out fundraiser on March 14 at Convention Hall in Asbury Park.

We at Nativity are ALL IN for this event and you can support us in two meaningful ways:

Sign up as a participant and help raise funds by reaching out to your network of friends and family

– OR –

make a donation to our page to help provide vital resources for these young people.

Thank you for taking the time to read this. We hope you feel as inspired as we do to make a positive impact.

October 25: Church of the Nativity Faith in Action Award

Please join us for an evening of Cocktails and Hors D’oeuvres
Hosted by Caregiver Volunteers of Central Jersey

The Church of the Nativity will be receiving the 2023 Faith in Action Award!

October 25, 2023
6pm—9pm

Eagle Oaks Country Club
20 Shore Oaks Drive
Farmingdale, NJ

Tickets are $125 per person and can be purchased by visiting https://caregivervolunteers.org/.