The children and youth of Newton Highlands Congregational Church, UCC (NHCC), made news with their benevolent sandwich making in December 2025. NewTV interviewed Wendy Donnell, director of Christian Education, and Megan Kolodny, church school teacher, and ran a news segment about the children’s service project. Waltham Times ran an article about the project and mentioned …
The Newton Highlands Congregational Church, UCC, worship service on Sunday, December 7, 2025, included a sparkling Christmas pageant featuring children and youth. The pageant was organized by Director of Christian Education Wendy Donnell with assistance from Kessely Hong, a longtime member of the Christian Education Committee. The Reverend Dr. Ken Baily updated and customized the …
It’s such a sweet commitment from you all, and really warms our spirits here. Devon Franklin, Program Support & Recovery Specialist at Community Day Center of Waltham The young sandwich makers at Newton Highlands Congregational Church, UCC (NHCC), got a shout out from Ms. Devon Franklin, who recently visited with the children of NHCC. In …
Then an angel of the Lord stood before them, and the glory of the Lord shone around them, and they were terrified. But the angel said to them, ‘Do not be afraid; for see—I am bringing you good news of great joy for all the people: to you is born this day in the city of …
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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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Therefore, as God’s chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness, and patience. Colossians 3:12 The Bible instructs us to help others, be reliable, and always be a light for all of those in need. This month, we will talk about ways to help others at home, at school, and at …
Train up a child in the way he should go; even when he is old he will not depart from it. Proverbs 22:6 Director of Christian Education Wendy Donnell led the worship service at Newton Highlands Congregational Church, UCC, on September 14, 2025. Ms. Donnell spoke about the balance of inspiration and preparation that are …
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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 …
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! …
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.