Author: Claire Harbeck

Let’s help our troops and let them know that Nativity cares and appreciates their service.

Most requested items include:

1. Any kind of nuts: peanuts, sunflower seeds, etc.
2. Trail mix
3. Beef jerky
4. Powdered drink mix that can be poured into water boƩles
5. Protein and granola bars
6. Dried fruit snacks
7. Popcorn (microwaveable)
8. Gum and hard candy
9. Rice Krispie treats
10. Feminine hygiene products
11. Laundry soap sheets
12. Tissues in small packs
13. Sunscreen
14. Socks and cooling bandanas

Collection boxes are located at the entrances to the Church.

This weekend, Rev. Peter James Alindogan, Trenton Diocesan Director of the Pontifical Mission Societies in the United States, will speak at all Masses on behalf of our mission partners. During the past years, our diocese has shared our resources to needy and developing countries where the life giving presence of Christ in our world is proclaimed and professed.

Last year, Nativity was generous to the Diocese of Obuasi in Ghana, West Africa. Nativity contributed to the water projects, the construction of the Church and the training and formation of seminarians. These projects were made possible with your gracious financial assistance.

Our second collection next weekend will be taken to support the needs of our Catholic Churches around the world.

Thank you for being part of our Mission Family and in spreading the message of the Gospel of Jesus Christ in these developing nations of the world. Please be as generous as possible in this second collection.

Solemnity of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ
Eucharistic Procession after 9:30am Mass

The National Eucharistic Revival begins Year 2 at Nativity with a Eucharistic Procession.

Worshippers are invited to walk the outside perimeter of the parish grounds, following the Blessed Sacrament.

Fellowship and refreshments to follow.

The National Eucharistic Congress seeks to renew both understanding and fervor for the Real Presence of Jesus in the Eucharist.

To learn more about Corpus Christi and the Real Presence of Jesus in the Eucharist, check out this 10 minute video from FORMED.​

Corpus Christi & the Real Presence | Catholic All Year w/ Kendra Tierney On the feast of Corpus Christi, we celebrate the real presence of Christ in the Eucharist. It’s the perfect time to deepen your understanding of this beautiful mystery, and celebrate it at church and in your own home. Click here for video.

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The Church of the Nativity is currently seeking a full-time Director/Coordinator of Religious Education. The qualified candidate will develop, maintain, and administer the catechetical program for the parish in collaboration with the pastor and staff.

He/she will be responsible for overseeing the daily operation of the Department of Religious Education; organize and implement the parish catechetical program to engage, teach and form students in the program; be in charge of the First Reconciliation, First Eucharist and Confirmation programs and liturgies; and recruit, train and motivate catechists and volunteers in the Religious Education Program.

A Master’s degree in Catholic Theology/Religious Education is desired, however background and experience will be taken into consideration for a qualified candidate with a lesser degree. To effectively carry out the job, the candidate must have proven leadership skills, effective oral and written communication skills, and be comfortable interacting with families and their needs. Experience in the education field is preferred. Proficiency in basic computer programs such Word, Excel, PowerPoint and communication skills are required.

The candidate must be a practicing Catholic in good standing with the Church. He/she must be flexible in the work schedule, willing to work some evenings and occasional weekends. All candidates will be subject to a criminal background check.

Please submit your resume and two references to Claire L. Harbeck, Pastoral Associate, at claireh@nativitychurchnj.org.