Lent is the season of preparation for Easter, named by the Old English term that notes that days lencten (with other German and Saxon corollaries), meaning spring, but associated with the word lengthen. Lent lasts 40 days, reflecting Jesus’ time in the desert. It is a perfect time for a devotional conversation. Newton Highlands Congregational Church, UCC, will …
Read moreLenten book study begins Sunday, February 22; all invited!
Newton Highlands Congregational Church’s new office manager, Annemarie Rom-Weisenbach, came across a Boston Globe article by George M. Collins from December 17, 1965, that reveals some of the history of a Weekday Church School in Newton Highlands. According to the article, the school was a joint project of Newton Highlands Congregational Church, UCC (NHCC), and …
Read moreNewspaper clipping reveals history of Weekday Church School
Let us hope when hope seems hopeless, when the dreams we dreamed have died. When the morning breaks in brightness, hunger shall be satisfied. One who sows the fields with weeping shall retrace the sorrowing way and rejoice in harvest bounty at the breaking of the day. David Beebe In his meditation at Newton Highlands …
The strong do what they can and the weak suffer what they must. Thucydides Instead of preaching a sermon on Sunday, January 25, 2026, at Newton Highlands Congregational Church, UCC, the Reverend Dr. Ken Baily told a story about his dog Leo. He spoke about a time when Leo was bitten by a larger dog and …
The LORD has told us what is good. What he requires of us is this: to do what is just, to show constant love, and to live in humble fellowship with our God. Micah 6:8 Welcome! It’s cold in February! Snow and cold are a reminder of God’s power and a way to focus on the warmth …
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The Adirondack chairs on the Lincoln Street lawn at Newton Highlands Congregational Church, UCC, peeked out of the snow after the storm on January 25-26, 2026.
How sweet are your words to my taste, sweeter than honey to my mouth! Psalm 119:103 Support the Eastern Service Workers Association’s Winter Survival Campaign by purchasing tasty chicken or vegan tamales ($10/half dozen; $20/dozen). The authentic gluten-free tamales are handmade in Boston and arrive frozen for easy heating or storage. NOTE: You will …
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Few things make church people grumpier than having to sing new songs they do not know. The Reverend Dr. Matthew Rasure Newton Highlands Congregational Church, UCC, congregants enjoyed a service led by the Reverend Dr. Matthew Rasure on Sunday, January 18, 2026. Deacon Tann Scott assisted. The Reverend Dr. Rasure joked about people’s reaction to …
Guest preacher Matthew Rasure will give a talk entitled “Feeding Our Future: Food Security and Community Action in Greater Boston” after worship on Sunday, January 19, 2026, at Newton Highlands Congregational Church, UCC. In his presentation, the Reverend Rasure, currently director of development for the Allston Brighton Food Pantry, will explore food security in Greater …
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In December 2025, Building Manager Yoko Bryden oversaw repairs to an area of the wall near the organ in the sanctuary at Newton Highlands Congregational Church, UCC. Painter Peter Glezellis and his partner repaired and repainted the wall by the organ and in the closet next to the choir loft. To prevent future water damage, …