The Second Church in Newton
a United Church of Christ Congregation in West Newton, Massachusetts
Welcome Back Sunday
September 7, 2025
Join us at 10:00 a.m. for Worship Service in the sanctuary, followed by Coffee Hour
Coffee Hour includes an Ice Cream Sundae Social.
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Fall Sermon Series: The Edge of Faith
Join us for our upcoming Sermon Series designed for those grappling with the Christian faith. If you've ever found yourself asking, "How Can I Be Christian?" or "Should I Stay Christian?", this series is for you. Over six weeks, starting Sunday, September 7th, 2025, at 10:00 a.m., we'll explore into the essentials of Christianity in some new and different ways. Watch the video intro below and make a plan to join us.
It was back in 1871 when Second Church in Newton was officially formed. Almost 250 years later, Second Church continues to serve the people of Newton and the surrounding towns. Today, Second Church (now in it's third building and location) maintains its prophetic heritage by balancing tradition and innovation. We welcome and invite all who desire to walk in the ways of Jesus to join us in this journey.
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Second Church is proud to have been one of the first churches in our denomination to adopt an 'Open and Affirming' covenant. In 2012, we celebrated the 20th anniversary of this bold and prophetic 1992 covenant which declared that LGBTQ+ persons could have full standing as both members and leaders in the life of the congregation.
Directions, Accessibility, and Parking
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Detailed info is found in the drop down menu above. For a quick peek, Google Maps is here. We are located at 60 Highland Street, West Newton, MA 02465. The best parking access is from the Highland Street entrance. While we own the lot on Chestnut street, that is mostly used by the Nursery School during the week. For handicapped access there is a driveway and small parking area by the 60 Highland Street main sanctuary entrance (the large wooden doors) at the top of the hill. This side entrance has a metal access ramp that leads straight into the sanctuary. An accessible restroom is located at the sanctuary main entrance.
