Nativity Shines in The Anglican Digest

Church of the Nativity is honored to be featured in the Summer 2026 edition of The Anglican Digest, a publication read by Episcopalians across the country.

The article highlights our parish history and notes that our congregation's membership is among the youngest in our diocese and the wider Church—a testament to the vitality and energy of our community.

It also shines a light on some of the ministries that define our parish life, including:

• The St. Nicholas Project, serving foster children and families through Children's Protective Services in Leflore County

• The Community Thanksgiving Service, bringing together churches across Greenwood

• A Day of Giving, a parish-wide day of service and outreach

• Our ongoing work in ecumenical ministry and racial reconciliation through partnerships with churches and organizations across our community

We are grateful for everyone who helps make Nativity a place of worship and service. Most of all, we are thankful for the ways the Holy Spirit continues to move in and among us, drawing people together and calling us into the work God has set before us.

Rev. Don Chancellor Opens Mississippi Senate Session with Prayer

On Tuesday, February 3, 2026, the Mississippi Senate opened its session in a spirit of reverence as The Rev. Don Chancellor, rector of the Episcopal Church of the Nativity, delivered the opening prayer. He was invited to offer the invocation by Sen. Lydia Chassaniol, who also led the Pledge of Allegiance before Lt. Gov. Delbert Hosemann guided the lawmakers through the day's agenda.

The invitation reflects the deep respect for faith and community that characterizes Mississippi's legislative tradition, as well as the recognition of Nativity's leadership within the Greenwood community. As rector of Church of the Nativity, Fr. Chancellor has served the parish with dedication, guiding the congregation in worship, outreach, and fellowship.

For over a century, the Episcopal Church has maintained a presence in the public square, offering prayers for wisdom, justice, and compassion for those in positions of leadership. Fr. Chancellor's invocation continued that tradition, asking for God's guidance upon the senators as they deliberated on matters affecting the people of Mississippi.

Nativity extends its congratulations to Fr. Chancellor on this honor and gives thanks for his faithful ministry, both within our parish and in the wider community.