The Genesis of Jesus Christ Matthew 1:1 & 18 Dear Friends in Christ, What a difference a word makes. In English the word genesis above is translated two other ways: beginning, and, birth. Also good words. But our ancestors and Jesus’ family knew the importance of the word genesis in Greek, and it packs a power: creation, …
All are invited to mark the Advent season at Newton Highlands Congregational Church, with preparations leading up to Christmas. A service of Lessons and Carols will be held on Sunday, December 8, 2024, at 3:00 p.m. in the church sanctuary. The following Sunday at 11:15 a.m., the Mission Committee will hold its annual Advent Market, …
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In an effort organized by the Newton Highlands Congregational Church Mission Committee, Thanksgiving meals were distributed on Monday, November 25, 2024, to about a dozen families identified by Newton Food Pantry. For the fifth consecutive year, the Mission Committee organized meals that included a roast turkey, mashed potatoes, and a meal kit with canned sides, …
Please bring a package of diapers to church this month to help an area family. Since babies don’t come with diapers, the Christian Education Committee and Mission Committee are collecting diapers and baby wipes for Newton Food Pantry in December 2024. The most-requested diaper size is 6, followed by 3, 4, and 5. Thank you for supporting …
The God who comes to us announces the preparations of Advent, the gift of Christmas, and the revealing of Epiphany. But this is not a God who comes in just one way, or at one time, or through one experience. How might children and youth relate to the real Christmas story? How does that story …
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Newton Highlands Congregational Church invites the community to an Advent Market on Sunday, December 15, 2024, at 11:15 a.m., at the church, 54 Lincoln Street, Newton Highlands, MA. Purchase holiday tags and cards, jewelry, baked goods, and other handmade items. Enter a raffle for an incredible hand-decorated gingerbread house. All proceeds will be donated to …
Read moreGift giving for good: Advent Market on December 15, 11:15 a.m.
Newton Highlands Congregational Church invites the community to a service of Lessons and Carols on Sunday, December 8, 2024, at 3:00 p.m., at the church, 54 Lincoln Street, Newton Highlands, MA. The service will include Christmas songs and stories and will feature the church choir and organist. Free of charge; light refreshments will be provided.
As part of a plan by architect Mark Johnson to improve the grounds of Newton Highlands Congregational Church, inkberries were planted in front of a transformer that stands to the left of the front doors. The work was arranged by Yoko Bryden, building manager, and done by Tree Tech in November 2024.
After 13 months of work by a Bylaws Committee appointed by the Newton Highlands Congregational Church Council, members voted unanimously to approve the updated bylaws on November 17, 2024. The vote took place at a brief post-worship congregational meeting in the church sanctuary. Bylaws Committee members were Senior Pastor Ken Baily, Sally Brickell (moderator), Rich …
Enthusiastic singers supplemented the choir at Newton Highlands Congregational Church on Sunday, November 17, 2024. About 10 crooners joined the ranks after attending the choir’s Thursday rehearsal. Forming the Community Choir is an effort by Music Director Jan Zimmerman to make the choir more welcoming to parishioners who may not be ready to make a …