A light for revelation to the Gentiles, and for the glory of your people, Israel. Luke 2:32 Candles, groundhogs, and crêpes Dear Friends in Christ, February 2nd is Candlemas across Christianity, but we hear more about groundhogs these days. Maybe if we connected the candles with crêpes it would be more fun to remember. OK …
February 2023 All God’s people have faith The Bible teaches us about people with faith and talks about the circumstances or decisions that showed their faith. We will talk about the kinds of actions people take in these stories of faith. How would you describe the connection between faith and action? In what ways has …
Members of the Mission Committee met on January 29, 2023, to begin planning for the spring. Ten percent of the church’s budget is allocated to mission projects and donations to nonprofits selected by the committee. Current efforts include a tamale sale and a coat drive for the Eastern Service Workers Union. The committee is planning …
After almost 25 years, the telecommunications equipment owned by Sprint Corporation was removed from the Newton Highlands Congregational Church (NHCC) tower on January 27, 2023. A crane was used for the removal. Sprint merged with T-Mobile US on April 1, 2020; before that, it was the fourth largest mobile network operator in the country. T-Mobile …
God is an anchor for us despite ups and downs. Licensed minister Bill Cordts You never know the good you can do for another when you let God’s light shine for you. The Reverend June Cooper Worshippers in January 2023 have been treated to reflections on life’s seasons, the Virgin Mary, hymnody, contemplation, and civic …
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The Parsonage Sale Committee, recently approved by Council, is working hard to sell the parsonage advantageously and expeditiously. Members Peter Boberg, Sally Brickell, Randy Ellis, Ann Hulsing, and Steve Willner met several times and toured the parsonage in January 2023 to decide how best to proceed. Thank you, devoted volunteers!
Clear out your closets for a good cause! The Mission Committee is running a winter coat drive to support local families affiliated with the Eastern Service Workers Association. Please bring warm coats, gloves, and scarves in pristine condition to Newton Highlands Congregational Church, 54 Lincoln Street, between Sunday, January 22, and Sunday, February 12, 2023, …
Support the Eastern Service Workers Association by purchasing locally made, very authentic chicken or veggie tamales. Tamales cost $10/half dozen or $20/dozen. Contact us by Thursday, February 9, to place your order, and be sure to specify the quantity and type(s). Pick up and payment will be at 54 Lincoln Street, Newton Highlands, on Sunday, February 12, 2023.
Parishoners were treated to slices of galette des rois, a French almond cake, during fellowship time on Sunday, January 15, 2023. Worship & Spiritual Life Committee member Isabelle Draper hosted this traditional French celebration of Epiphany (January 6), which marks the arrival of the Three Wise Men in Bethlehem. Anneliese Hill, Caleb Hodes, and Lucas …
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Diners gathered at the home of Liz and Fidel Ramos for an evening of shared dishes and conversation on Friday, January 13, 2023. The Ramos family graciously revived an NHCC tradition of gathering at the end of the holiday season. The evening was capped off with the careful deconstruction and tasting of a remarkable gingerbread …