Member and licensed minister Bill Cordts spoke on Sunday, March 27, 2022, relating the parable of the Prodigal Son to believers’ relationship with God. He talked about the example of forgiveness illustrated by the father in the story. In addition to being a candidate for ordination in the United Church of Christ, Bill has led …
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Prelude Etude Tableux in g minor Sergey Rachmaninov (1873-1943) Congregational Welcome Call to Worship *Opening Hymn No. 79 Kind Maker of the Word *Prayer of Invocation and Reconciliation One voice: Hear the words of the Apostle Paul to the people of Corinth: “So if anyone is in Christ, there is a new creation: everything old …
Starting on Sunday, April 3, 2022, all are invited to a weekly discussion at 1:00 p.m. on Zoom to look at the world this Lent and ask the following: What does our Bible say about migrants and refugees? What do we see and say about the war that creates them? What do we do as …
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In the face of uncertainty there is nothing wrong with hope. Stephanie Matthews-Simonton The worship service on Sunday, March 20, 2022, included “Create in Me a Clean Heart,” by Thomas Keesecker, sung by the senior choir, and “Elegie,” by Ukrainian composer Mykola Lysenko, played on the piano by Yegvenia Semeina. The Reverend Ken Baily recalled …
Read moreMarch 20 service features postlude by Ukrainian composer
Prelude Nocturne in F Minor Frederic Chopin (1810-1840) Congregational Welcome Call to Worship *Opening Hymn (insert) O God How We Have Wandered *Prayer of Invocation and Nurture One voice: Listen to the psalmist from Psalm 63: “O God, you are my God, I seek you, my soul thirsts for you; my flesh faints for you, …
In his sermon on Sunday, March 13, 2022, the Reverend Ken Baily spoke about the need to clear space in one’s life and to thoughtfully pause before refilling that space, considering adding elements like self-care, prayer, and social action. The hymns included “God is My Shepherd,” and the choir sang “Christ Be Beside Me,” composed …
The 150th anniversary of Newton Highlands Congregational Church will be celebrated in several ways in the spring of 2022. Jim Harper, Dennis Rieske, and Marianne Talis will speak during May worship services about several aspects of church history. Historic information and photos will be added to the church website (NHCC.net), and graphic designer Lars Dietrich …
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 …
In March 2022, NHCC sent $5,000 from member-and-friend gifts to the Afghan refugee resettlement effort through Temple Shalom. This was in addition to $10,000 donated by NHCC in December 2021. The refugee fund was started several years ago to support Syrian refugees and, with permission, its purpose has been expanded over time. In his sermon …