The Nativity of Our Most Holy Lady The Theotokos and Ever-Virgin Mary.

The Hope/Joy kids are going bowling.

Friends and Families, please join us for the Nativity of the Virgin Mary St. John Chrystostom Oratorical Festival, Sunday March 15th.

Nativity Greek Dancers are hosting a Lenten Bake Sale.

Steps Toward Mexico Walk-a-thon fundraiser, February 23rd, 2:00pm at Nativity of the Virgin Mary.

Nativity Blood Drive, Wednesday, February 26th, CANCELLED TODAY DUE TO SNOW.

Please join the Nativity GOYA for our Pre-Lenten Family Apokriatiko Glendi Lamb Roast.

Love Luncheon, Sunday February 9th following services.

The Nativity Men's Club invites you to our 3rd annual wild game dinner on Valentine's Day February 14th. Bring Your Valentine.

The Philoptochos will be having a Soup Luncheon on Sunday November 10th in the Church Social Hall.

Come join us for a night of Christmas shopping at the Nativity Bookstore. We have many new items and some awesome stocking stuffers. We look forward to seeing you.

The Nativity of the Virgin Mary Church is proud to host its 28th annual Christmas Auction. Click for more details and and for a sponsorship form if you are interested in being a sponsor.

Sign up before 10/12/19.

Nativity Dancers present Blizzards in Autumn, Oct. 6th immediately following church.

You are invited to the Fifth Annual Dennis Ford Memorial Nativity Church Kids Basketball Golf Outing Fund Raiser. Golf, banquet, drawings, prizes. 

Join us for a night of fun and support for all our missions. 

Join us for the 1st Annual Nativity Church Picnic at Maybury State Park, Saturday July 20th. Please R.S.V.P. by Friday July 19th.

“For even the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve, and to give his life a ransom for many.” (Mark 10:45). Orthodox Detroit Outreach

Dear Nativity Steward:
Please be informed that our Spring General Assembly will take place on Sunday, June 9th following Divine Liturgy, with the following agenda:

We can't wait for our groups to meet again. At Family Night, we all have a great meal together and the HOPE (4-7 year olds) and JOY (8-12 year olds) groups meet for a discussion with Fr. Nick and an activity. Both groups meet on Family Night. This is not just for the families of Hope/Joy but the entire Nativity Family! Hope to see you all there! Please R.S.V.P. to lizamarcus@hotmail.com

June 14-16.  Activities:  Kayaking, Fishing, Clay Pigeons, Card Games, Father/Son Competitions,Location: MDSC Camp 802 Valley Rd, Rose City, MI 48654

Join the Nativity Men's Club for the annual Wild Game Dinner, Thuesday May 30th at 6:00p. 

2019 Holy Week Services Schedule

Join Us for a Complimentary Meal Following the Paschal Liturgy on Saturday Night, April 27th.

Please join us in the Church Social Hall for a delicious fish dinner.

Nativity Greek Dancers are hosting a lenten bake sale Sunday March 24th. Thank you for your support.

Please join the Nativity GOYA for our Pre-Lenten family Apokriatiko Glendi Lamd Roast, Saturday March 2nd.

Love Luncheon, Sunday February 17th.

We can't wait for our groups to meet again. At Family Night, we all have a great meal together and the HOPE (4-7 year olds) and JOY (8-12 year olds) groups meet for a discussion with Fr. Nick and an activity. Both groups meet on Family Night. This is not just for the families of Hope/Joy but the entire Nativity Family! Hope to see you all there! Please R.S.V.P. to lizamarcus@hotmail.com

Nativity of the Virgin Mary Greek Orthodox Church Outing - Detroit Pistons Faith & Family Night, Saturday Feb. 2nd 5PM

Nativity Greek dancers are hosting a Pancake Breakfast Sunday January 20th immediately following church. $5 donation will be appreciated. Thank you for your support. 

6:00pm Family Night/Joy/Hope - Meet in downtown Plymouth at the fountain to view the Ice Sculptures, then back to church for hot chocolate & pizza. We can't wait for our groups to meet again. At Family Night, we all have a great meal together and the HOPE (4-7 year olds) and JOY (8-12 year olds) groups meet for a discussion with Fr. Nick and an activity. Both groups meet on Family Night. This is not just for the families of Hope/Joy but the entire Nativity Family! Hope to see you all there! Please R.S.V.P. to lizamarcus@hotmail.com

Join us for the 2018 Philoptochos Christmas Party - Monday, December 3rd 6pm. Where: Karl’s Cabin, 6005 Gotfredson Rd. Plymouth, MI.

The Metropolis of Detroit Council and the Metropolis of Detroit Ladies Philoptochos invite you to an open house and reception celebrating the Feast of Saint Nicholas and the Nameday of HIS EMINENCE METROPOLITAN NICHOLAS.

Join us for a night of NBA action, and support our youth basketball program.

Our Fall General Assembly will take place on Sunday, November 11th following the Liturgy. Please make every effort to participate in this upcoming meeting.

The Nativity of the Virgin Mary Greek Orthodox Church is proud to host its 27th ANNUAL CHRISTMAS AUCTION Friday, December 7, 2018 to begin at 6:30 p.m. in our Church Fellowship Hall. Currently, we are in need of sponsors for this event and ask that you help us with either and item to be auctioned or one of the following donations:

Join GOYA for the CEDARPOINT HaloWeekend - Friday, October 12. We will be meeting at our church at 3:45 pm and we will be returning approximately midnight.

NATIVITY FAMILY END OF SUMMER LAMB ROAST. COME JOIN US FOR AN AFTERNOON OF FELLOWSHIP, GOOD FOOD, GAMES AND LOTS OF FUN FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY!

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 20TH @ 4:00PM

COST OF $15 PER FAMILY

PROCEEDS TO GO FOR MORTGAGE PAYOFF FUND

Join JOY/HOPE at THREE CEDARS FARM! Sunday, October 21 at 2:00pm – 4:00pm. Three Cedars has cider and donuts, a tractor and hay ride, pumpkins to take home, animals to pet and even a store to buy some great fall decorations!

The Nativity of the Virgin Mary GREEK DANCE GROUPS present GREEK MOVIE NIGHT! - POLITIKI KOUZINA, Saturday, October 6, Doors open 6:30pm / Movie starts 7:00pm.

The Nativity of Our Most Holy Lady The Theotokos and Ever Virgin Mary. Vespers Friday, September 7th 7:00pm. Feast Day services, Saturday September 8th Orthos 9:00am and Divine Liturgy 10:00am

We can't wait for our groups to meet again. At Family Night, we all have a great meal together and the HOPE (4-7 year olds) and JOY (8-12 year olds) groups meet for a discussion with Fr. Nick and an activity. Both groups meet on Family Night. This is not just for the families of Hope/Joy but the entire Nativity Family! Hope to see you all there! Please R.S.V.P. to lizamarcus@hotmail.com

Join Us for a Night of Fun and Support for All of Our Missions. Cigars, Dinner, Refreshments, Raffles, Auctions, Drawings, Cards.

Join us for the Annual 2018 Kid’s Basketball Fund Raiser Golf Outing September 30th. Where: Links of Novi West of Wixom Rd on 10 Mile. Tee off: 2:30pm after church. Banquet Following.

There will be a MANDATORY Ministries meeting on Thursday, June 28th at 6:30pm in the church hall. We will be going over the past season and what if any, plans your ministry may have for this summer. Also we will look ahead to the 2018-2019 season.  

Memorial Day, Monday May 28th, Fr. Nick will be visiting the following cemeteries:
- Parkview Memorial @ 10:15am - 12:00pm
- Rural Hill Cemetery @ 12:30pm - 1:30pm
- Grandlawn Cemetery @ 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Join us for this year's Sunday School graduation after services. Picnic to follow on Church grounds. Please contact Michele Prokos Hunsinger if you are interested in contributing and or helping with set-up and clean-up - (248) 494-1941 or michelehunsinger@yahoo.com

The Nativity Philoptochos intend to take a trip to saint Sabbas Monastery on Thursday, June 7th. We will meet at Nativity church at 10:45-11:00 am. Lunch is served promptly at 12 noon at the Monastery. If you are interested in going, please contact Kathy Jenaras at 313-910-8708. RSVPby June 1st, 2018.  

Please join us for our last meeting of the season on Monday, May 7th at 6:00pm. 

Our Spring General Assembly will be Sunday, May 20th. Please remember that your attendance and participation in the church is not only appreciated but required to continue to sustain and grow our parish. Thank you for your ongoing support. We look forward to seeing you at the General Assembly.

Please join us for a night of kickball, baseball and pizza! We will have a fun night palying a game (or two!) on the church grounds. Adults are encouraged to join in the fun! Hope to see you there! 

Inviting all daughters and young ladies to represent the faithful and holy women who went to the tomb to dress Jesus's body with sweet herbs and spices. It is a position of honor and love. To participate: girls must arrive at church by 5:15pm; wear all-white modest appropriate dresses; no unduly tight fitting or reveling clothing. Please call Mary Takis before Palm Sunday.  

Religious Ed's annual retreat for all Church School youth of all ages. An important experience learning the theology, symbols, and hymns of Holy Week. Followed by the Apokathilosis (Taking Down from the Cross Service). Please register your child today in the church office.

Hunt for candy-filled eggs on the church grounds after Agape service.

Join in making palm crosses and a pancake breakfast buffet. Also, the church and grounds will be cleaned up, please bring a change of clothes if you are able to stay and help.  

Enjoy a delicious fish dinner, Greek salad, and scordalia along with mac & cheese for the kids. Tickets can be purchased in advance from the church office.

Enjoy a complimentary meal and Paschal egg cracking tournament for the kids, Sunday April 8th following Paschal Liturgy.

Click on more information for a schedule and locations of the Lenten Vespers 2018 sponsored by The Council of Orthodox Christian Churches of Metropolitan Detroit.    

Location: Sts. Constantine and Helen Church, Westland, MI. All GOYAns are invited to attend this annual Lenten gathering of faith and fellowship. This event is free. All participants (youth and chaperones) must register online by February 24, 2018 at www.detroit.goarch.org/migoya

Love Luncheon, RESCHEDULED TO Sunday, February 18th in the Church Hall following services. 

At Family Night, we all have a great meal together and the HOPE (4/5-7 year olds) and JOY (8-12 year olds) groups meet for a discussion with Fr. Nick and an activity. This is not just for the families of Hope/Joy but the entire Nativity Family! Hope to see you all there! Please R.S.V.P. to lizamarcus@hotmail.com

Join us for the annual Superbowl party Sunday February 4th @6:00pm in the Social Hall. Please bring an appetizer to pass.

The Thriving in Our Lives retreat, presented by author and professor Dr. Phillip Mamalakis, will be held at Saint George Greek Orthodox Church in Southgate, Friday evening and all day Saturday January 26-27.

Come join us for a stretch and balance workshop to help jump start your healthiest year, Thursday January 11th, 10:30am.

We can't wait for our groups to meet again. This month we will meet in downtown Plymouth to see the Ice Sculptures, Friday January 19th 6:30pm. Please R.S.V.P. to lizamarcus@hotmail.com

Nativity Greek Dancers are hosting a Pancake Breakfast, Sunday, January 21st, immediately following church. $5 donation appreciated. Thank you for your support!

Please join the Nativity GOYA for our Pre-Lenten Family Aprkriatiko Glendi. Doors open at 6:00pm, Chicken and Spagetti Dinner will be served at 6:30pm.

The Metropolis of Detroit Council and the Metropolis of Detroit Ladies Philoptochos invite you to an open house and reception celebrating the Feast of Saint Nicholas. Sunday December 3^rd, 1:00pm to 5:00pm. Location: Metropolis Offices – 2560 Crooks Rd. Troy, MI.  

His Eminence Metropolitan Nicholas, along with the Metropolis Council and Metropolis Philoptochos, invite you to join us for the Feast of Saint Spyridon, Monday Dec 11th 6:30pm and Tuesday Dec 12th at 10:00am. Location: 2560 Crooks Rd. Troy MI.  

GOYA will be packing weekend food bags for FOCUS Detroit (rescheduled from Wednesday 12/13).

Philoptochos will be having their 2017 Christmas Party, Monday, December 4 at 6:00 pm at Rocky’s of Northville, 41122 Seven Mile Road.

We can't wait for our groups to meet again. Please R.S.V.P. to lizamarcus@hotmail.com

The Nativity of the Virgin Mary Greek Orthodox Church is proud to host its 26th ANNUAL CHRISTMAS AUCTION Friday, December 8, 2017 to begin at 6:30 p.m. in our Church Fellowship Hall. 

Our Fall General Assembly will take place on Sunday, December 3rd following the Liturgy. Please make every effort to participate in this upcoming meeting. 

Join the Nativity Men's Club for dinner at Big Tommy's Parthenon, 40380 Grand River Ave, Novi, MI 48375. RSVP Dennis Ford Fordnovi1@gmail.com.

Greek dance for young adults 14-20. Location: Mama Mia's Banquet Hall, 27770 Plymouth Rd., Livonia. All you can eat buffet. DJ Manoli in the house playing til 11:30pm. 

Nativity has planned a trip to Holy Trinity Monastery in Smith Creek, MI on Tuesday, November 7th. We will be leaving the church at 9:00am sharp. If you are interested in going to the Monastery please contact the church office at 734-420-0131 no later then Tuesday, October 31.

Nativity of the Virgin Mary Greek Dance Groups present the exclusive film EL GRECO, a film about one of the most well known artists of his time. Friday, December 1st, 7:00pm at the Nativity Fellowship Hall (rescheduled from 11/3). 

Presentation of the 2017 Ellinomatheia Certificates of Attainment to 15 students of the Metropolis of Detroit Greek Schools - Sunday November 19th in the Nativity Fellowship Hall immediately following the Divine Litergy. A light lunch hosted by the Stassinos Family will be served in the Fellowship Hall immediately following the awards ceremony. 

Nativity GOYA will be going to Cedar Point on Friday, October 27 for the Haunt Hallo Weekend. They will be meeting at the church at 3:30pm and returning at 11:00pm

On Sunday, October 1, 2017 the ladies of the Philoptochos will be hosting our Festival Appreciation Luncheon after Divine Liturgy in the social hall. Contact Georgia Theophelis at 313-268-0746 if you would like to help with preparations.

Nativity Philoptochos presents Hot Diggity Dog Day, Sunday Oct. 15th. $5 hotdogs, chips, & dessert. Immediately following Special Assembly. Proceeds to benefit brest cancer research.

Here is your chance to showcase your TALENT/ Young, old, or anywhere in between, you are invited to come and present your talent. Location - Nativity Social Hall.

Join Joy/Hope at Three Cedars Farm, Sunday October 1st at 2:30pm. Cider, donuts, hayride, pumpkins, and animals to pet. We hope to see a lot of our Nativity Family there to enjoy the season.

The St. John GOYA is hosting a Dodgeball Tournament to be held at the Assumption Greek Orthodox Church.

Welcome Back GOYA and GOYA Parents! GOYA Meeting FOR ALL GOYA AGE KIDS - This Sunday: SEPT 24 12:15-1:30. We are so excited about the upcoming year! We have our usual activities and new ones too!

Please come and see us at the Nativity of the Virgin Mary booth at the Plymouth Fall Festival for delicious Gyro's, Spinach Pies, and Greek Pastries. Location: Downtown Plymouth, September 8, 9, & 10.

"The 11th Day" chronicles the story of men, women, and children of the Cretan civilization resistance movement and their relentless battle against Nazi occupation from 1941-1945. Brought to you by Nativity of the Virgin Mary Greek Dance Groups.

You are invited to our fourth annual golf outing and fund raiser for the Nativity Kids basketball program at the Links of Novi. Includes golf, driving range, banquet, prizes, and loads of fun - bring the family. Sponsors Welcome: Sponsor Sign on Hole. $100.00, recognition in program and at banquet. 

Join us for Cigar Social Night, “Supporting Our Community” and sponsored by the Nativity of the Virgin Mary Men's Club. Where: Church Grounds in Big Tent. For reservations or questions, email or call Dennis Ford fordnovi1@gmail.com 810-422-3751 

Alter Boys and Nativity community. Join us to see the Detroit Tigers host the Cleveland Indians. Fireworks after the game. We will meet at the church parking lot in Greektown around 6:00pm. Please call Bill Smith for details 586-942-6625.

Fr. Nick will be visiting the following Cemeteries:
- Grand Lawn 10:00am - 10:30am
- Parkview Memorial 11:00am - 11:30am
- Rural Hill 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Visit the Veterans War Memorial Exhibit in the church hall, Sunday May 28th.

Sunday School Graduation and Picnic, Sunday June 11th after services.

The Three Hierarchs Greek School will host their graduation program on Thursday, June 8th at 6:00pm at Sts. Constantine & Helen Hellenic Cultural Center, 36375 Joy Rd, Westland, MI 48185

Our next meeting is Monday May 1st at 5:30pm. We will be holding elections for the upcoming 2017 - 2018 season. 

Great Vespers at Sts. Constantine & Helen, May 20th, 7:00pm, 36375 Joy Rd, Westland, MI 48185

The Nativity Men’s Club will be having a dinner meeting on Wednesday May 10th at 7:00pm. The Men's Club is open to all Nativity male members 18 years and older. We will be discussing options for our next event. 

We can't wait for our groups to meet again. Please R.S.V.P. to lizamarcus@hotmail.com

Basketball End of the Year Potluck, 3:30pm - 5:30pm May 21st followed by Basketball and Volleyball End of Year Gm Time at Hillside 6pm to 8pm.

District Oratorical Finals - 9:00am, April 22 at Saints Constantine and Helen Greek Orthodox Church, 36375 Joy Rd, Westland, MI 48185

Great Verspers - 5:00pm, April 22nd at St George Greek Orthodox Church, 16300 Dix Toledo Rd, Southgate, MI 48195

Nativity Vision Planning Meeting Saturday April 22nd, 9:00am at Mama Mia, 27770 Plymouth Rd, Livonia, MI 48150.

Spring General Assembly, Sunday, May 7th following services. Your attendance and input are extremely valuable, please make every effort to attend. 

The Nativity Greek Dancers are hosting a Lenten Bake Sale-Sunday April 2nd. Thank you for your support. 

Monday April 24th at 7:00pm. Fr. Nick Marcus will be speaking on "Dealing with Secularism" at St. Clement Ohridski Church 19600 Ford Rd., Dearborn. All are welcome at this Free Educational program.

Little England-A story of passion–one home, one secret, one man, two sisters. In Greek with English subtitles. Proceeds to benefit NATIVITY of the VIRGIN MARY GREEK DANCE GROUPS.

Please join us in the Church Social Hall for a Delicious Fish Dinner.   

Please join us for a Complimentary Meal following the Paschal Liturgy on Saturday Night April 15th. 

The 16th Annual Detroit Greek Independence Day Parade, will once again be held on Monroe Street in Historic Greektown Detroit! The parade date will be on, Sunday, March 26, 2017 at 3:00 p.m. 
                                               

We can't wait for our groups to meet again. Please R.S.V.P. to lizamarcus@hotmail.com

Church Hall following services. 

BRING THE FAMILY AND JOIN IN THE FUN! CHEER FOR YOUR FAVORITE TEAM!
WHEN: SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 5
WHERE: CHURCH HALL
TIME: 6:00PM GAME STARTS @ 6:3OPM
ADMISSION: SUPERBOWL FOOD (AKA: APPS & JUNK FOOD) 
ANYONE WHO BRINGS VEGETABLES TO THIS PARTY WILL BE PENALIZED FOR “UNNECESSORY ROUGHAGE!”

Nativity Men’s Club will be having a Wild Game Dinner on Thursday, February 16th at 6:30pm. All men 18 years and older, come join us for an evening of good food, prizes and fellowship. Please RSVP to the church office by Friday, February 10^th 734-420-0131

We can't wait for our groups to meet again on Friday, January 20th @ 6:00 PM. At Family Night, we will be having pizza and salad for dinner, and if the families could bring a desert to add to the table that would be greatly appreciated. HOPE and JOY groups meet for a discussion with Fr. Nick and an activity. This is not just for the families of Hope/Joy but the entire Nativity Family! Hope to see you all there! As a reminder, JOY group is for all 8-12 year olds, and HOPE group is all 4/5-7 year olds. Both groups meet on Family Night. 

Please R.S.V.P. to lizamarcus@hotmail.com

See Basile the Greek Comedian in Concert for “The Nativity Kids Basketball Program” at Big Tommy’s Parthenon, Thursday February 23, 2017 at 8:00 PM. For Reservations, call Big Tommy’s at 248-615-2102 and ask for reservations for Basile’s Thursday, Feb 23^rd Show.

JOHN LONG, DETROIT PISTON  OF BAD BOYS FAME will be putting on a Basketball Clinic for our Basketball Players at Hillside Gym, Northville from 3-5:30 pm .

Family Night - Hope/Joy are going CHRISTMAS CAROLING
Friday, December 16th at 5:30 pm
Addington Place
42010 Seven Mile Rd.
Northville

We are asking if each child could make a CHRISTMAS CARD at home to bring to the nursing home to give to one of the residents. After we go back to the church for Dinner, make a craft and Fr. Nick will talk to the kids.

Please bring a DESSERT or CHRISTMAS COOKIES! 

The Nativity of the Virgin Mary Greek Orthodox Church is proud to host its 25th ANNUAL CHRISTMAS AUCTION Friday December 9, 2016 to begin at 6:30pm in our Church Fellowship Hall.

Join us for a tour of the DETROIT INSTITUTE OF ARTS and the HELLENIC MUSEUM on Thursday, December 1st. The buses will arrive at Nativity approximately 10:30am and depart between 11am-11:30am. There is limited seating so please RSVP to the church office no later than Wednesday November 23rd. (734) 420-0131.

There will be a Special Assembly on Sunday, October 9th following the Liturgy. This is being held to discuss the roof project

Sept 10, 2016 at 6:30pm
Food, Fun, Dancing, Networking and DJ Chilly n Dio
$40 per person

Click here to reserve your seats online

September 25th
Links of Novi

Click here for details and a Signup Form

Click here for a Sponsorship Form

Contact Dennis Ford with questions Fordnovi1@gmail.com

Join Us
August 26, 27, & 28
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