And he said: “Truly I tell you, unless you change and become like little children, you will never enter the kingdom of heaven.” Matthew 18:3 The children and youth of Newton Highlands Congregational Church, UCC, led worship on Sunday, May 3, 2026, bringing fresh faces and voices to the pulpit. Youth also assisted by greeting …
Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the son and of the Holy Spirit and teaching them to obey everything that I have commanded you. And remember, I am with you always, to the end of the age. Matthew 28:19-20 Invite your friends to …
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The Christian Education Committee and Director of Christian Education Wendy Donnell invite all the women of Newton Highlands Congregational Church, UCC, to a celebration during fellowship time on Sunday, May 10, 2026. The event will include music provided by the male members of the church choir, and children are welcome with adult companions. Coffee, tea, …
He is not here; for he has been raised, as he said. Come, see the place where he lay. Matthew 28:6 Welcome! Easter is the first Sunday in April. This holy day is a profound celebration of joy and resurrection. Come to church school this month and find hope, gratitude, community, and new beginnings. Here …
He sat down, called the twelve, and said to them, “Whoever wants to be first must be last of all and servant of all.” Mark 9:35 Welcome! Even though there is still snow on the ground, spring will come this month. In church school we’ll talk about serving others as Jesus taught us. Here is …
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The LORD has told us what is good. What he requires of us is this: to do what is just, to show constant love, and to live in humble fellowship with our God. Micah 6:8 Welcome! It’s cold in February! Snow and cold are a reminder of God’s power and a way to focus on the warmth …
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Remember not the former things, nor consider the things of old. Behold, I am doing a new thing; now it springs forth, do you not perceive it? I will make a way in the wilderness and rivers in the desert. Isaiah 43: 18-19 Welcome! The new year has begun! We will start with reflection, and we will focus on our …
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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 …