The service at Newton Highlands Congregational Church on May 18, 2025, was led by Music Director Jan Zimmerman and centered around favorite hymns and several other pieces of music. The theme of the service was, In God all is new. “When forgiven and redeemed by God we are made new, and we are called to …
The Newton Juneteenth Celebration returns to the Hyde Community Center, 90 Lincoln St, Newton, on Thursday, June 19, 2025, from 12 noon to 4 p.m.! Volunteer to help with planning and staffing. On behalf of Families Organizing for Justice (FORJ), the Newton Juneteenth Steering Committee invites you to attend our free, fun, family-friendly celebration of …
Read moreAll invited to Newton’s Juneteenth celebration; volunteers needed
The Annual Meeting of Newton Highlands Congregational Church (NHCC) will take place on Sunday, June 8, 2025, immediately after the worship service in the Great Hall. All NHCC members are asked to attend. Those who do not wish to attend in person will have the option to participate on Zoom. (Join Annual Meeting on Zoom.) …
Peter sent them all out of the room; then he got down on his knees and prayed. Turning toward the dead woman, he said, “Tabitha, get up.” She opened her eyes, and seeing Peter she sat up. He took her by the hand and helped her to her feet. Then he called for the believers, especially …
Then Jesus told him, “Because you have seen me, you have believed; blessed are those who have not seen and yet have believed.” John 20:29 During the children’s message on Sunday, April 27, 2025, at Newton Highlands Congregational Church, UCC, children and adults made a joyful noise with “praise eggs.” In his meditation the Reverend Dr. Ken …
Read moreChildren shake “praise eggs” on second Sunday of Easter
Tulips purchased in honor of or in memory of loved ones adorned the Newton Highlands Congregational Church altar on Sunday, April 20, 2025. The flowers and dedications were organized by Office Manager Judah Coffman, Sally Brickell, Melissa Dietrich, and Jim Harper, treasurer.
What did Jesus ride into Jerusalem? A. A donkey B. Two donkeys C. A colt D. A unicorn Multiple choice quiz Children and youth distributed palms to congregants at Newton Highlands Congregational Church, UCC, on Palm Sunday (Sunday, April 13, 2025). During children’s time, they enjoyed a series of multiple choice questions testing their knowledge …
Read moreMultiple choice questions challenge children, adults, on Palm Sunday
In Christian history Holy Week has events for each day. On Thursday, April 17, at 7:30 p.m., you are invited to a few moments of memory and prayer. Maundy Thursday means a “mandate” — the mandate is Jesus’ words, “Do this” in remembrance of me. The day before Good Friday (once God’s Friday) was the origin of our Eucharist, …
Read moreOnline Maundy Thursday service added to Holy Week schedule: April 17, 7:30 p.m.
Join church friends for an informal self-pay lunch at Shiva’s Kitchen (1203 Walnut Street, Newton Highlands) after church on Sunday, April 27, 2025. Contact us if you plan to participate so we can make a reservation.
Holy Week 2025 at Newton Highlands Congregational Church, UCC, will include a tenebrae service on Friday, April 18, and a neighborhood egg hunt on Easter Sunday. All are welcome!