“Are we there yet?” Road trip Entire courses in divinity school, psychology semesters and, of certainty, family trips engage this question. We speak it about coronavirus quarantine. Maybe even in marriages. When will we be at our destination? This is also Easter’s inquiry and assertion. Is Good Friday the end or the beginning of the journey? Is Easter? When will …
The Christian anti-racism group that met for four Sundays during Lent plans to continue meeting once a month with rotating leadership. The group will explore taking action in conjunction with local community groups, area churches, and the City of Newton. New members are welcome! The next Zoom meeting is scheduled for Sunday, April 18, 2021, …
Read moreChristian anti-racism group shares resources, plans meeting on April 18, at 4:30 p.m.
Jesus said: I am the resurrection. Anyone who believes in me, even though that person dies, will live. John 11:25 During this time of reflection and renewal, please give what you can to our church and support our efforts in the wider community. Donate here, or use your smartphone by downloading the free GivePlus+ app …
Join us on Zoom on Friday, April 2, 2021, at 7:30 p.m. for our traditional Good Friday service. Come hear twelve readings from the period of passion, and join in Taizé responses. A somber worship service, this is the story of the cross and the spreading of darkness before the dawn. Join on Zoom. …
Read moreGood Friday Tenebrae worship service set for April 2
Several members of the NHCC Choir met on Saturday, March 20, 2021, to record music to be used in worship services during Holy Week and Easter. Organist Yevgenia Semeina accompanied the singers. Although the full choir is not currently rehearsing due to Covid-19, members do meet on Zoom every other Wednesday to stay in touch. …
Grab your rake and join us to spruce up the NHCC grounds (54 Lincoln Street, Newton Highlands) on Saturday, April 24, 2021, from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. We will freshen up the property in preparation for spring. Please wear a mask, dress for yard work, and bring a rake, snow shovel, and work gloves if …
Read moreVolunteers needed for spring clean-up session on Saturday, April 24
Please save the date for an Easter sunrise service on Sunday, April 4, 2021, at 6:10 a.m. The service will be held at Livingston Cove, which is at the west end of Crystal Lake near the intersection of Lake Avenue and Lakewood Road, about four blocks east of Newton Highlands Congregational Church. The sunrise service …
As many of you know, NHCC has been a strong supporter of Family Promise Metrowest (FPM) for many years. The mission of FPM “is to transform the lives of families with children facing homelessness by mobilizing a diverse community to provide shelter, education, and comprehensive support.” To support this mission, there are 2-3 fundraisers each …
On March 11, Reverend Ken Baily sent the following message to the Newton Inter-Faith Clergy Association, where he is co-president: Dear Colleagues, On the morning of March 11th, one year ago, many of us gathered at Temple Shalom to hear details of the coming coronavirus from the Newton Health Department. By that day 30 people …
Read moreReverend Baily’s message to Newton Inter-Faith Clergy Association
Participants in the Lenten conversation about Christians’ history and call with regard to racism enjoyed a discussion with Reverend June Cooper, executive director of City Mission, at their second meeting, on March 7. The discussions are held on Zoom at 4:30 p.m., on Sundays, and new attendees are welcome to join for the last two …
Read moreChristian anti-racism group enjoys visit from Reverend June Cooper