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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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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June 2022 Mission activity: Donate canned tuna Help us collect 100 cans of solid white tuna in water for the Newton Food Pantry this month! Can we do it? The children will keep a tally of cans to help feed our hungry neighbors. Faith and fun In June let’s gather for a bit of faith …
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 …
Church schoolers were treated to a talk about families facing homelessness by Mission Committee member Lynn Scheller on Sunday, May 15, 2022. The children had a chance to read aloud people’s comments about the meaning of home and to ask questions. Thank you, Lynn, for sharing your empathic insights with NHCC youngsters!
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. …
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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During her children’s message on Sunday, March 13, 2022, Director of Christian Education Wendy Donnell encouraged listeners to stay on track with God and take action. During their lesson time, children and youth rolled up their sleeves and helped sort donated clothing. The clothing will be donated to local organizations. Support Clothes for Community by …
Lent opens with stories of testing and trusting. In parched wilderness and in lush gardens, temptation comes. Sin or faithfulness follows, not because of the testing itself, but because of what gets chosen in response. Trust God’s steadfast love. Rely on grace that ministers to our needs. Join us on Sundays and live out traditions whose truth we have experienced. Thank …
Thank you to all the members and friends who supported Christian Education’s chicken project with dollar bills in January-February 2022. Each chick posted on the bulletin board represents a $1 donation. The final tally sent to Heifer International is $102! If you would still like to participate, please donate directly.