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Church school and nursery begin summer break

Beginning on Sunday, July 3, the church school program and nursery will begin a summer break. During our summer hiatus, the CE Committee and staff will prepare for fall 2022. Our teaching and nursery staff plan to return in September.  We have made a commitment to your children to fulfill the mission of our children’s ministry today …

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Christian Education program looks back on year of mission

This church school year we learned about the word of God through Bible study, activities, and a lot of hands-on mission work as Jesus has instructed his disciples. We learned about hunger, collected 24 bags with child-friendly snacks and drinks for Newton Food Pantry, and added cards and notes. We talked about neighbors who need our help, and …

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Director of Christian Education Wendy Donnell attends retreat

In June 2022, Ms. Wendy Donnell attended a personal retreat at Rolling Ridge Retreat and Conference Center in North Andover. Rolling Ridge is located in the woods 45 minutes north of Boston, on Lake Cochichewick. It is a 38-acre property with open space, hills, and trails, and offers space for gathering, reflection, and relaxation. Stated …

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CE: Faith and fun are on the horizon!

Summer time is fun! We often focus on relaxing and taking a well-deserved break after a year filled with school, work, sports, homework, chores, and other responsibilities. Yet just because it is summer we cannot leave God behind!  In June, let’s gather for a bit of faith and fun. Along with lots of fun activities we …

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CE: Palms, pretzels and prayers!

Connecting with Jesus 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 he would endure.  We connect with Jesus because he was a good human being. He was deeply interested in people and relationships. …

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CE mission project: Soup sales will support World Central Kitchen

Jesus had many followers. Of these followers, Jesus chose twelve to be with him and share his work in a unique way. These twelve went everywhere with Jesus. Jesus knew that someday his followers would have to carry on his work, so he taught them how to live and teach. He trusted them with his work.  Starting …

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