Go and rebuild my church What Francesco Bernardone heard in 1206 Friends in Christ, Mr. Bernardone has another more familiar name: Francis of Assisi. And he was visiting a small, nearly empty church on a hillside in Assisi in 1206 when he heard Jesus, painted on a cross, speak these words together: Go and rebuild my church, which …
All of us on the Christian Education team have been waiting (sometimes patiently, sometimes not) for church school to re-open, and now the time has finally come! We are excited to open the doors and welcome back all friends and families to Newton Highlands Congregational Church, UCC! We will continue to monitor guidance regarding the …
Read moreCE: In-person church school begins September 19, 2021
Members of Norumbega Harmony led the worship service on August 22, 2021, singing several traditional hymns. Norumbega Harmony is New England’s “largest and most active groups of Sacred Harp and shape-note singers.” The group has been practicing at Newton Highlands Congregational Church for about 20 years. Singing master Stephen Marini preached on “Refuge and Resistance.” Dr. Marini …
Read moreNorumbega Harmony singers braved hurricane warnings to lead worship on August 22
The life of long-time member Jean Miller will be celebrated on Friday, September 10, at 2:00 p.m., at Newton Highlands Congregational Church, 54 Lincoln Street, Newton, MA. The service will include instrumental music and family memories; a reception will follow in the Great Hall. All of Jean’s beloved friends and companions are invited. Please wear …
Read moreLong-time member Jean Miller lovingly remembered; service set for September 10
My wish and hope for you this summer is that you will take time to rest and renew with family, friends, nature, or whatever feels right to you and your family. Much of our life and ministry happened virtually over the last year, and while this was an important way to stay connected during the …
The Lord bless you and keep you; may God’s face be made to shine upon you and be gracious unto you Numbers 6:24 Dear friends, One book in the Bible that few people love is Numbers. Tucked in between Leviticus and Deuteronomy, the very name puts off many. But it is about taking a census in the …
From there you will seek the Lord your God, and you will find him if you search with all your heart and soul. Deuteronomy 4:29 After a long delay caused by Covid-19, NHCC celebrated the confirmation of nine new members (1 in absentia) on Sunday, June 10, 2021. The families of the confirmands gathered in …
Read moreNew confirmands celebrated on Sunday, June 10, 2021
Reverend Ken Baily and the Worship and Spiritual Life Committee have announced plans for summer 2021, including the switch to 9:30 a.m. worship on Sunday, July 4. Plans are as follows: Worship at 10:00 a.m. June 20: Ken Baily, Circle of Blessings June 27: Ken Baily Worship at 9:30 a.m. July 4: Bill Cordts July 11: …
I will refresh the weary and satisfy the faint. Jeremiah 31:25 Traditional NHCC summer office hours will begin on Monday, June 28, 2021. Office administrator Sarah Eberly will be working Tuesdays through Thursdays from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. (Thursdays generally onsite). Contact us. Other staff members will be in and out of the office as …
Read moreSummer office hours begin June 28, 2021; staff hours planned
In his leadership role for the Newton Interfaith Clergy Association, the Reverend Ken Baily attended a small-group Zoom meeting with Congressman Jake Auchincloss on June 14. The meeting was organized by Demie Stathopolos, climate and racial justice activist; and attended by Mayor Ruthanne Fuller; City Councilors Alicia Bowman and Andreae Downs; Dana Hanson, Congressman Auchincloss’s …