Join the fun and lend a hand at October 2 party
We need volunteers on October 2, 2022, to make our 150th anniversary party a success! To help out, sign up here. Thank you!
Members called to fall congregational meeting on Sunday, October 23
The NHCC fall congregational meeting will take place on Sunday, October 23, 2022, in the church parlor immediately after the worship service. All NHCC members are asked to attend. Those who do not wish to attend in person will have the option to participate on Zoom. Join meeting on Zoom. Lay leaders, volunteer treasurer Jim Harper, …
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Re-Covenant Sunday invites renewal, reconnection
All of us have blessings to share. Ken Baily Members and friends gathered on Sunday, September 11, 2022, to reaffirm their mutual covenant and enjoy music, conversation, and popsicles. Director of Christian Education Wendy Donnell spoke about revisiting core messages from the Bible during her children’s message. She served popsicles to grateful recipients during fellowship …
A message from the pastor
What do you seek? Jesus: First words in John Friends in Christ, After 30 months of pandemic, almost 7 months of war, and so many transitions in our economies, our families, our schools, and in our church, it is a good time to get back to basics and ask questions of priority. Jesus does this in …
CE: Popsicles, prayers, and plans
Welcome back to church school! In the season after Pentecost we reflect on being the church in the world, on being a Christian community, and on living faithfully as disciples of Jesus. The season, sometimes called “Ordinary Time,” began at the end of May and continues through the end of November. It is a long …
Fresh faces brighten summer 2022 services
Thank you to all the lay leaders who led worship this summer! They were Isabelle Draper, Erica Foss Hodes, Joy Huber, Anna McMahan, Marian Reynolds, and Jeff Small. The church was also blessed by the leadership of member and licensed minister Bill Cordts, and former member the Reverend Dr. Mary Luti. Special thanks also to …
Celebrate NHCC’s 150th anniversary on Sunday, October 2
Join friends and neighbors for a celebration of Newton Highlands Congregational Church’s 150th anniversary on Sunday, October 2, at 11:30 a.m. at 54 Lincoln Street in Newton Highlands, MA. Enjoy music, ice cream, crafts, and a photo booth. All are welcome! Goals for the 150th-year events are as follows: Appreciate and celebrate the history of …
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Join NHCC and Historic Newton for walking tour of Newton Highlands on Saturday, October 15
How did Newton Highlands grow from a rural crossroads at Centre Street and Route 9 into the vibrant village that we know today? Celebrate NHCC’s 150th anniversary with a walking tour of Newton Highlands led by Historic Newton on Saturday, October 15, 2022, at 1:00 p.m. This tour will take you past key landmarks from the …
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Plans for fall taking shape
Know therefore that the Lord your God, He is God, the faithful God, who keeps His covenant and His lovingkindness to a thousandth generation with those who love him and keep His commandments Deuteronomy 7:9 As the summer season draws to a close, Worship & Spiritual Life members are working with the Reverend Ken Baily …
Have friends who need jobs?
Do you know someone interested in joining the ministry at NHCC? Our church has two part-time openings, as follows: Office Administrator—20 hours per week with the usual abilities and demands. Music Director—10 hours per week (and we see this person most as our Choir Director). See details. Please spread the word! We frequently find great candidates through our own members and …