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Long-time member Randy Ellis will lead a two-part conversation about the origins and impact of racism in our churches, neighborhoods, and economy on Sunday, October 29, and Sunday, November 12, 2023, at 11:15 a.m. “Christian Commitments Confront Systemic Bias” will be held after worship at Newton Highlands Congregational Church, 54 Lincoln Street, Newton Highlands, MA. …

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Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Matthew 11:28 Flat Jesus paused for a breather after his summer 2023 travels and took up temporary residence on a bulletin board in the Newton Highlands Congregational Church parlor. Thank you to Director of Christian Education Wendy Donnell for reminding congregants …

Read moreFlat Jesus pauses peregrinations, poses in parlor

If there’s a through line to healing and hope today, it’s that we should know our past and work together for a brighter future. The Reverend Ken Baily Worshippers gathered for a linguistically diverse celebration of World Communion Sunday on October 1, 2023. The Reverend Ken Baily led communion along with Les Barnstone, Sanry Feng, …

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The NHCC fall congregational meeting will take place on Sunday, October 15, 2023, in the church parlor immediately after the worship service. All NHCC members are asked to attend.  Those who do not wish to attend in person will have the option to participate on Zoom. Join meeting on Zoom. Lay leaders, volunteer treasurer Jim …

Read moreMembers called to fall congregational meeting on Sunday, October 15

Do you love to sing? Come sing choral music with the choir! If you want to try out the Newton Highlands Congregational Church (NHCC) Senior Choir but don’t have time to sing every week, join us this fall in the NHCC Community Choir. Come to one, two, or three sessions–whatever works with your schedule. The …

Read moreDip your toe in the choral waters with NHCC Community Choir

Behold, I will do a new thing; now shall it spring forth; shall ye not know it? I will even make a way in the wilderness, and rivers in the desert. Isaiah 43:18-19 After a glitch — the first set of chairs picked up were the wrong chairs — and a special delivery by HomeGoods, …

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The Reverend Ken Baily purchased and framed two prints he has had his eye on for the narthex at Newton Highlands Congregational Church in September 2023. One depicts St. Peter, and the other depicts St. Veronica. The originals are painted on discarded pieces of wood by Gracie, a graduate of Columbus College of Art & …

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Members and friends of Newton Highlands Congregational Church are invited to a quick individual or family photo session on Sunday, September 24, or Sunday, October 1. Photos will be used for a church directory that is in the planning stage.