Sally Brickell
Peter sent them all out of the room; then he got down on his knees and prayed. Turning toward the dead woman, he said, “Tabitha, get up.” She opened her eyes, and seeing Peter she sat up. He took her by the hand and helped her to her feet. Then he called for the believers, especially …
The Christian Education Committee worked with Ms. Wendy Donnell, director of Christian Education, to host a festive fellowship time celebrating women after worship on Sunday, May 11, 2025. Nursery team Rachel Donnell and Gabe Adorni helped with set up. The church parlor was decorated with flowers, and treats included chocolate-covered strawberries, cupcakes, and a Kringle. …
Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted. Matthew 5:4 Do you know of a girl ages 8-15 who has experienced the loss of a parent? Circle Week at Fleur de Lis Camp in Southern New Hampshire is a free one-week overnight camping program for girls who have experienced a critical loss. Campers …
The Newton Highlands Congregational Church, UCC, walk on May 4, 2025, to raise funds for Family Promise Metrowest was kicked off with an enthusiatic laughter yoga warmup led by member and yoga teacher Marian Reynolds. Family Promise Metrowest “transforms the lives of families with children who are facing homelessness by mobilizing a diverse community to …
Perhaps our work — our daily life — is where we meet Jesus. Where we are is where Jesus comes to us. The Reverend Dr. Ken Baily At Newton Highlands Congregational Church, UCC, on May 4, 2025, the Reverend Dr. Ken Baily explained that even after the events of Easter, Jesus’ followers and disciples were …
Read moreAfter Easter, answers to “What now?” emerged slowly
In April 2025, Newton Highlands Congregational Church, UCC, committee members are writing reports and projecting expenses; a Nominating Committee (Ken Baily, Sally Brickell, Holly Grieb, Misha Hill, and Tann Scott) has convened; and Jim Harper, treasurer, has created a draft budget. Bring your questions to the budget Q&A on June 1 after worship, and plan …
And they, continuing daily with one accord in the temple, and breaking bread from house to house, did eat their food with gladness and singleness (simplicity) of heart, praising God, and having favor with all the people. Acts 2:46-47 A group of eight Newton Highlands Congregational Church, UCC, members and friends gathered for an informal …
Then Jesus told him, “Because you have seen me, you have believed; blessed are those who have not seen and yet have believed.” John 20:29 During the children’s message on Sunday, April 27, 2025, at Newton Highlands Congregational Church, UCC, children and adults made a joyful noise with “praise eggs.” In his meditation the Reverend Dr. Ken …
Read moreChildren shake “praise eggs” on second Sunday of Easter
Tulips purchased in honor of or in memory of loved ones adorned the Newton Highlands Congregational Church altar on Sunday, April 20, 2025. The flowers and dedications were organized by Office Manager Judah Coffman, Sally Brickell, Melissa Dietrich, and Jim Harper, treasurer.
Easter Sunday on April 20, 2025, at Newton Highlands Congregational Church, UCC, began with a sunrise service at Levingston Cove along Crystal Lake. The day continued with an exciting neighborhood egg hunt on the church lawn. Church youth “hid” the eggs. During the egg hunt, youth handed out cards featuring the church’s Christian Education program. …