Episcopal Church of the Nativity: Fifty Years and Counting!
- In 1963, people moving to a new suburb of Burnsville were looking for a church that reflected their beliefs. Plans for Nativity Episcopal Church started with a conversation in a brewery among prospective parishioners
- A congregation gathered and the first service was held on January 5, 1964
- Growth and commitment led to the construction of their first building on Highland Drive with the initial service on December 18, 1977
- In 1996, the congregation moved to a larger building on Maple Island Road across from Buck Hill ski area. Worship is central to Nativity and being open to all is at the core of our beliefs
- As a congregation, Nativity recognized the need to nurture faith in all ages and ethnic groups
- Current profile lists 700 members, including 205 children and youth, 250 households living in Dakota, Scott, and Hennepin counties
For some interesting old photos and other historical background, look at the Burnsville Historical Society