CE: November brings food and pie making for the tables of others

I give you thanks, O Lord, with my whole heart; before the gods I sing your praise! Psalm 138:1 Welcome! As Jesus’ followers, we open ourselves to God’s presence within us. Come and be present for church school! We are planning the December 7 Christmas pageant and hope that all children and youth will sign …

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CE: Church School begins September 14!

Accept one another, then, just as Christ accepted you, in order to bring praise to God. Romans 15:7 We are excited to welcome families with children of all ages to Newton Highlands Congregational Church, UCC. We look forward to renewing our class covenant and continuing to grow our church school community. Everyone is welcome here! …

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CE: April brings palms, eggs, renewal, and hope

Jesus came to show God’s love by healing the sick, feeding the hungry, preaching, and teaching. During Lent we learn that Jesus put God’s love into action despite the challenges in his own life. How do you put God’s love into action? Join us this month to connect, serve others, distribute palms, and enjoy all …

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CE: Children prepare to lead worship on March 9

Did you know that the Bible contains many different types of stories, including narratives, parables, and accounts of the lives of people in the past? The Bible also includes laws, poetry, wise sayings, and letters. Jesus’ teaching used familiar images in unfamiliar ways to help his disciples understand extraordinary and challenging events and to teach valuable lessons. …

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CE: Working together gives children a sense of shared purpose

The Christian Education team hopes that your list for the new year includes attending church regularly, committing to mission activities, and deepening prayer time. On Sunday mornings in January, children and youth will be helping others by feeding the hungry and collecting donations for our Helpful Heifer Honeybees Drive. We will also be preparing for …

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Carved wooden Mary and Baby Jesus

CE: Reflection, anticipation, and preparation in December

The God who comes to us announces the preparations of Advent, the gift of Christmas, and the revealing of Epiphany. But this is not a God who comes in just one way, or at one time, or through one experience. How might children and youth relate to the real Christmas story? How does that story …

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