Sally Brickell
You must be born again… John 3:7 Dear Friends in Christ, When Jesus said those words above to Nicodemus, he started out by saying “Do not marvel that I say, you must be born again.” And for two thousand years they have been some of the most powerful, controversial, and meaningful words in our faith. So, …
As Newton Highlands Congregational Church, UCC, parishioners reconvene after a balmy summer 2025, they are sharing stories and comparing notes. Ann Hulsing and Ethan Bolker Ms. Hulsing and Mr. Bolker were married at the church on August 20, 2025. The Reverend Dr. Ken Baily officiated. In honor of the bride’s floral dress, the Reverend Baily …
This music was forged in community and created community. Dr. Stephen Marini The last Wednesday evening service of summer 2025 took place at Newton Highlands Congregational Church, UCC, on August 27, 2025. Deacon Tann Scott organized the seating and provided sandwiches and salad from Wegmans. The spirited service was led by Dr. Stephen Marini, who …
Newton Highlands Congregational Church, UCC, Director of Christian Education Wendy Donnell took a day trip to Amherst, MA, on Sunday, August 24, 2025, to attend worship and coffee hour at South Church Amherst, where the Reverend Susan Cartmell is pastor. She also enjoyed lunch on a working farm. Stated Ms. Donnell, “It was a feel-good …
On August 9, 2025, members of the Newton Highlands Congregational Church, UCC, Council voted to approve an expenditure of approximately $90,000 to replace the two church boilers and a hot water heater. One of the two boilers had failed in recent months and was deemed beyond repair, so the church no longer had a backup …
With organization and oversight from Building Manager Yoko Bryden, Wilcox Carpet Cleaning cleaned all of the Newton Highlands Congregational Church carpets on July 25, 2025. Reports Ms. Bryden, “The stain near the Parlor entrance hallway is gone!” In addition, mason Alan Arduino spent several days patching cracks and holes on the ramp on the Lincoln …
I love it when such acts have a “ripple” effect! Thank you, Wendy, for all you do! Kitty Rieske, co-chair, Mission Committee Director of Christian Education Wendy Donnell, who masterminds monthly sandwich making by the children and youth of Newton Highlands Congregational Church (NHCC), recently took the time to explain to Kate Martin of Wellesley …
About a dozen worshipers gathered in the Newton Highlands Congregational Church, UCC, parlor on Wednesday, August 20, 2025, for a pizza supper, a hymn sung as a round, scripture passages, and a sharing of concerns. Rain caused the informal service to be held indoors. The event was one of three Wednesday services taking place in …
More than 90 people from six local United Church of Christ parishes gathered at Newton Highlands Congregational Church, UCC (NHCC), for a shared service and sacred meal on Sunday, August 3, 2025. Rabbi Allison Berry preached a sermon entitled “Running Toward Welcome,” and several pastors helped lead the service. with participation from pastors of Newton’s …
Director of Christian Education Wendy Donnell returned to the U.S. on Thursday, August 7, 2025, after a summer sabbatical in Italy. She plans to share stories and lessons from her travels with young people and adults during the church year.