• Congratulations, Principal Kate Wollan!
    Congratulations, Principal Kate Wollan!
    June 3, 2023
    by Communications Office
    Kate Wollan was one of eight honorees celebrated for excellence by St. Mary’s University and Synergy & Leadership Exchange at the Character Recognition Awards luncheon on May 16. 
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  • Fr. Patrick Retirement Gift
    Fr. Patrick Retirement Gift
    May 18, 2023
    by NCCW, Nativity Men's Club, Nativity of Our Lord Pastoral Council
    A retirement fund is being established for Fr. Patrick as he prepares for the move to his future home at the Byrne Residence on June 30.
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  • Our Newest Fully Initiated Catholic Christians
    Our Newest Fully Initiated Catholic Christians
    April 26, 2023
    by Marian Layman, Faith Formation Assistant
    We wish to extend the warmest of welcomes to our newest adult members of the Catholic faith and of Nativity of Our Lord! Read their personal statements of their faith journeys through our Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) program. Many thanks to all for your support and prayers for our newest members!
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  • Men's Club Raffle
    Men's Club Raffle
    April 21, 2023
    by Men's Club
    Prizes this year are $500, $200, and $100 monthly from May through October! Tickets are arriving by mail and can be returned through the parish office or Sunday collection basket.
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  • New Incoming Pastor Fr. Rolf Tollefson in His Own Words
    New Incoming Pastor Fr. Rolf Tollefson in His Own Words
    April 20, 2023
    by Fr. Rolf Tollefson, Incoming Pastor
    Praised be Jesus Christ!  My name is Father Rolf Tollefson and I am blessed to have been assigned as the new Pastor of Nativity of Our Lord Catholic Church and School!  It will be a great privilege to serve you.
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  • New Pastor Announcement, Welcome Beth Giese, Gala Thanks
    New Pastor Announcement, Welcome Beth Giese, Gala Thanks
    April 20, 2023
    by Fr. Patrick Hipwell, Pastor
    Last weekend, I announced at the Nativity of Our Lord Night to Shine Spring Gala (as well as at each of the Lord’s Day Masses) that Archbishop Hebda has named Fr. Rolf Tollefson as my successor as pastor of Nativity of Our Lord, effective July 1.
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  • Meet Our Synod Evangelization Team
    Meet Our Synod Evangelization Team
    April 15, 2023
    by Communications Office
    Year one of the Synod Implementation is beginning at Nativity of Our Lord! This group of twelve parishioners' first task will be to recruit and train small group leaders for parish-wide ongoing small groups that will begin next Lent. 
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  • Introducing Beth Giese, Director of Advancement
    Introducing Beth Giese, Director of Advancement
    April 15, 2023
    by Beth Giese
    My name is Beth Giese and I am the new Director of Advancement at Nativity of Our Lord. I am deeply honored to be joining the Nativity family in service to the parish and school. 
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  • Centennial Campaign Celebration News
    Centennial Campaign Celebration News
    February 27, 2023
    by Centennial Campaign Committee
    It’s time to celebrate! Click the campaign logo for the big news on our Centennial Campaign progress. Heartfelt thanks to the hundreds of Nativity families who have supported our Centennial Campaign so far!
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  • No Adoration, Parish Office Closed Due to Storm
    No Adoration, Parish Office Closed Due to Storm
    February 22, 2023
    by Communications Office
    Adoration will be suspended today through Friday, and the parish office will be closed Thursday and Friday due to inclement weather.
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  • Auction Items Needed
    Auction Items Needed
    February 18, 2023
    by Night to Shine Auction Committee
    If you have a special connection who can help create an amazing experience package, a talent you’d be willing to share as a service donation, or if you have an item you’d like to donate, please let us know!
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  • Fr. Patrick Announces His Retirement
    Fr. Patrick Announces His Retirement
    February 11, 2023
    by Fr. Patrick Hipwell, Pastor
    Archbishop Bernard Hebda has accepted my request to be granted the status of retired priest, effective July 1 of this year.
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  • New Liturgy Coordinator
    New Liturgy Coordinator
    January 27, 2023
    by Communications Office
    Please help us welcome our newest parish staff member, John Paul Beane, who begins work immediately on a part-time basis coordinating our liturgy schedules, utilizing the Ministry Scheduler Pro software.
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  • Karen McCann Recognized as Champion of Life
    Karen McCann Recognized as Champion of Life
    January 20, 2023
    by Nativity Council of Catholic Women
    Karen and the other St. John Paul II Champions for Life award recipients will be honored at the Respect Life Mass on Sunday, January 22 at the Cathedral of St. Paul.
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  • Fr. Patrick's Christmas Message
    Fr. Patrick's Christmas Message
    December 25, 2022
    by Fr. Patrick Hipwell, Pastor
    The historical reality of Jesus Christ Our Lord is particularly fitting to reflect upon as we celebrate the historic milestone of 100 years of Nativity of Our Lord Catholic Church in St. Paul, Minnesota. 
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  • Christmas and End-of-Year Giving
    Christmas and End-of-Year Giving
    December 21, 2022
    by Communications Office
    As the calendar year nears its end, please fulfill your 2022 stewardship commitment and consider a special Christmas and/or year-end gift.
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  • Volunteers Wanted for Children's Liturgy
    Volunteers Wanted for Children's Liturgy
    December 16, 2022
    by Communications Office
    Do you want to make a positive difference in the faith formation of our K-2 children? Please consider joining a team of adults who offer the Children’s Liturgy of the Word during the 9:00 AM Sunday Mass.
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  • Volunteers Needed for Centennial Campaign
    Volunteers Needed for Centennial Campaign
    December 7, 2022
    by Communications Office
    The Nativity of Our Lord Centennial Campaign is upon us and we are looking for champions of our parish and school to assist with this important initiative, Built on Tradition with Hope for the Future!
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  • Annual Stewardship Appeal
    Annual Stewardship Appeal
    December 4, 2022
    by Fr. Patrick Hipwell, Pastor
    Fr. Patrick gives thanks for a year full of blessings, reflects on the 2nd Sunday of Advent, and invites parishioners to pledge their support for the new year.
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  • Synodal Pastoral Letter from Archbishop Hebda Released
    Synodal Pastoral Letter from Archbishop Hebda Released
    November 19, 2022
    by Archdiocese of St. Paul and Minneapolis
    After three years of listening, preparation, and engagement with laity, consecrated women and men, and clergy across the archdiocese, Archbishop Hebda has released his pastoral letter.
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