Worshippers were treated to the sight of the Reverend Ken Baily making a sandwich during the Christian Education portion of the June 26, 2022, service. Children and youth then gathered in the Great Hall to make sandwiches for the Community Day Center of Waltham (scroll down for photos). The Reverend Baily preached about the opportunity …
This church school year we learned about the word of God through Bible study, activities, and a lot of hands-on mission work as Jesus has instructed his disciples. We learned about hunger, collected 24 bags with child-friendly snacks and drinks for Newton Food Pantry, and added cards and notes. We talked about neighbors who need our help, and …
Read moreChristian Education program looks back on year of mission
In June 2022, Ms. Wendy Donnell attended a personal retreat at Rolling Ridge Retreat and Conference Center in North Andover. Rolling Ridge is located in the woods 45 minutes north of Boston, on Lake Cochichewick. It is a 38-acre property with open space, hills, and trails, and offers space for gathering, reflection, and relaxation. Stated …
Read moreDirector of Christian Education Wendy Donnell attends retreat
Third Sunday of Pentecost; Our ongoing NHCC Birthday Prelude Piece d’orgue (introduction) J.S.Bach (1685-1750) Congregational Welcome Call to Worship *Gathering Hymn No. 386 O For a World *Prayer of Invocation and Hope One voice: Psalm 77 includes these words: “I will call to mind the deeds of the Lord; I will remember your wonders …
The 23-year tenure of beloved Music Director Lynd Matt came to an end on June 19, 2022, with expressions of gratitude from the pulpit, organist, choir, and congregation. The choir sang several pieces chosen by Lynd, including “Sing a Mighty Song.” The Reverend Ken Baily spoke about his collaboration with Lynd during his sermon. Worshippers …
Worship services move to Sundays at 9:30 a.m. from July 3 through September 4, 2022. Non-Communion Sundays are typically planned and led by non-clergy members. The main office will be open for about 10 hours per week. Contact us anytime. The Reverend Ken Baily works through the summer and is available by appointment with the …
Members of the Worship & Spiritual Life Committee–after giving the matter careful consideration–have chosen a new table for the altar area. The table was handmade by Saltwoods in Needham.
The church website has been updated with carefully compiled information from church historian Jim Harper in honor of the church’s 150th anniversary. Webmaster Sally Brickell posted Jim’s material and supplemented it with photos of important documents patiently scanned by Jeff Kaplan. Technical consultant Neil Johnson arranged the posts in a Historical Timeline, added a History …
Read moreHistorical notes, documents added to website in honor of 150th anniversary
Worshippers gathered on June 5, 2022, to celebrate Pentecost Sunday. Some marked the day by wearing red; the Reverend Ken Baily wore red socks! Reverend Baily preached about Pentecost’s message of “stunning inclusiveness,” asserting that “God doesn’t distinguish among the children of creation.” He stated that God’s instructions are to be saved and to turn …
Members and friends gathered for a hybrid Annual Meeting on Sunday, June 5, 2022, to finalize church business before the summer. Most attendees met in the Great Hall, and several others joined on Zoom. Thank you to all attendees; to Wendy Donnell, director of Christian Education, for arranging childcare; to assistant moderator Rich Bryden for …
Read moreDone and done: Annual Meeting takes care of business