Group of women speakers at front of church sanctuary

Christian education is focus of September 14 service

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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Communion September 7, 2025 Deacons and pastor at communion table in front of sanctuary

Choir, communion are highlights of Re-Covenant Sunday

For all those who exalt themselves will be humbled, and those who humble themselves will be exalted. Luke 14:11 The September 7, 2025, service at Newton Highlands Congregational Church, UCC, opened with the choir’s sprighly rendition of “Sing Out a Joyful Song in Praise” (Dale Wood). Hymns included “I’m Gonna Sit at the Welcome Table” …

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Five worship leaders in sanctuary for All-Newton worship service

Six UCC parishes gather for summer service

More than 90 people from six local United Church of Christ parishes gathered at Newton Highlands Congregational Church, UCC (NHCC), for a shared service and sacred meal on Sunday, August 3, 2025. Rabbi Allison Berry preached a sermon entitled “Running Toward Welcome,” and several pastors helped lead the service. with participation from pastors of Newton’s …

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Lay leader reflects on time in France

“Religious intolerance never ends well.” Joy Huber Newton Highlands Congregational Church, UCC, member and deacon Joy Huber led worship on Sunday, July 20, 2025, with assistance from deacon Tann Scott. Ms. Huber shared some things she learned about history and religion during her recent stay in France. She was particularly struck by the national motto …

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Two female musicians, one holding violin, smiling in sanctuary,

Guest musicians bring passion to June 8 service

The worship service at Newton Highlands Congregational Church, UCC, on Sunday, June 8, 2025, was framed by a prelude and postlude played by violinist Natasha Dukach, co-founder and CEO of See Forward Ukraine, Inc. (formerly Cash for Refugees), and pianist Tianhong Yang. The special musical offering was provided in order to express gratitude for the …

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All-Newton worship service with various clergy gathered in sanctuary

All-Newton UCC church service to be held August 3; community invited to worship together

For where two or three gather in my name, there am I with them. Matthew 18:20 Six local United Church of Christ parishes will host an inter-faith worship service, open to all, on Sunday, August 3, 2025, at 9:30 a.m., in the air-conditioned sanctuary at Newton Highlands Congregational Church, 54 Lincoln Street, Newton Highlands.  Rabbi …

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The Reverend Rick Chrisman, minister, in front of sanctuary, standing at communion table

Guest preacher Rick Chrisman shares “daydream” with unifying themes

He has delivered us from the domain of darkness and transferred us to the kingdom of his beloved Son, in whom we have redemption, the forgiveness of sins. Colossians 1:13-14 In his meditation at Newton Highlands Congregational Church, UCC, on Sunday, July 6, 2025, the Reverend Rick Chrisman opened with a “daydream” about a minister, a priest, and a rabbi …

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Faith, friendship, food: Three Wednesday evening services planned in August

Come to Newton Highlands Congregational Church, UCC, for Wednesday Worship on the church lawn from 6:00-7:00 p.m. on August 13, 20, and 27, 2025, and enjoy a light meal, conversation, and a time of prayer and devotion. On August 27, worship and music will be led by special guests Dr. Stephen Marini and Norumbega Harmony. …

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