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20th Annual Newburyport Chocolate Tour October 7
Tickets on Sale Now 20th Annual Newburyport Chocolate Tour Organized By Central Congregational Church, United Church of Christ Dear Website, For those of
17th Sunday After Pentecost Sept 24 at 10:30 AM
Backpack Blessing The Central Connection Central Congregational Church, United Church of Christ Newburyport, MA The Rev. Dr. Christopher Ney, pastor Pastor's
You are invited! Bring your backpack on September 24 10:30 AM
Blessing of the Backpacks You are invited to Central's Backpack Blessing Central Congregational Church, United Church of Christ Dear Website, A Blessing of
Sunday School Parents Meeting Sunday, October 1 at 11:30 AM
Join us for a conversation about your hopes and expectations for Christian Education at Central...
Backpack Blessing Sunday September 24 at 10:30 am
Encourage your child to bring their backpack to worship at 10:30 a.m on Sunday,...
20th Annual Chocolate Tour “Eat Chocolate. Be Happy. Do Good”
Our traditional Chocolate tour has been offering ticket holders a chance to walk through Newburyport’s Market Square and surrounding neighborhoods for 20 years!
16th Sunday After Pentecost Sept 17 at 10:30 AM
Sermon: All of Us, James Leahy preaching The Central Connection Central Congregational Church, United Church of Christ Newburyport, MA The Rev. Dr. Christoph
‘All of Us’
In Sunday's message from lay minister James Leahy, we hear of the importance of acceptance in...
Youth Group – Family Game Night Friday Sept 29 at 6pm
Hello Youth Group Families! Come join us and bring a friend on Friday, September 29th from...
15th Sunday After Pentecost Sept 10 at 10:30 AM RALLY DAY
Sermon: Wherever Two or Three Are Gathered The Central Connection Central Congregational Church, United Church of Christ Newburyport, MA The Rev. Dr. Christo
14th Sunday After Pentecost Sept 3 at 9:30 AM
Sermon: God’s Persistent Call, Rev Dr Christopher Ney preaching The Central Connection Central Congregational Church, United Church of Christ Newburyport,
Sermon: Creative Disobedience
Dear Friends, Join us on Sunday, August 27 at 9:30 am for this sermon titled 'Creative...
13th Sunday After Pentecost August 27 at 9:30 AM
Sermon: Creative Disobedience, Stacey Keane preaching The Central Connection Central Congregational Church, United Church of Christ Newburyport, MA The Rev.
RSVP TODAY for CE Outdoor Adventure Thursday August 24 – 2:00 PM
at PowWow Hill Amesbury MA Family Outdoor Adventures Summer Series Nourish Your Body & Soul Join us at 2:00 pm on Thursday August 24 at Powow Hill Family Out
12th Sunday After Pentecost August 20 at 9:30 AM
Sermon: What is Prayer? Stacey Keane preaching The Central Connection Central Congregational Church, United Church of Christ Newburyport, MA The Rev. Dr. Chr
What is prayer?
Dear Friends, What is prayer? Do we as Christians have a 'criteria' for what fits this term? Is...
11th Sunday After Pentecost August 13 at 9:30 AM
Sermon: Blunders for the Kingdom of God The Central Connection Central Congregational Church, United Church of Christ Newburyport, MA The Rev. Dr. Christophe
Blunders for the Kingdom of God
Dear Friends, Most of us aspire to be our best selves most of the time. We want to bring our...
Save The Date – September 10 is Rally Day!
RALLY DAY September 10, 2023 Rally Day is a celebration of the many ministries of Central...
We’ll make dinner on this rainy day! Nourish Your Body and Soul on Tuesday August 8 – 5:30 PM
Come one - Come all Family Dinner & Worship Summer Series Nourish Your Body & Soul Join us at 5:30 pm on Tuesday August 8 at Central Congregational Church Ki
10th Sunday After Pentecost August 6 at 9:30 AM
Sermon: Up at Night, Tossing and Turning, Stacey Keane The Central Connection Central Congregational Church, United Church of Christ Newburyport, MA The Rev.
You are invited to Nourish Your Body and Soul on Tuesday August 8 – 5:30 PM
at Central Congregational Church Family Dinner & Worship Summer Series Nourish Your Body & Soul Join us at 5:30 pm on Tuesday August 8 at Central Congregatio
9th Sunday After Pentecost July 30 9:30 AM
Sermon: More Parables of the Kingdom The Central Connection Central Congregational Church, United Church of Christ Newburyport, MA The Rev. Christopher Ney,
You are invited to Nourish Your Body and Soul on Tuesday July 25 – 5:30 PM
at First Church of Ipswich Family Dinner & Worship Summer Series Nourish Your Body & Soul Join us at 5:30 pm on Tuesday July 25 at First Church of Ipswich Yo
8th Sunday After Pentecost July 23 9:30 AM
Sermon: Another Sower, More Seeds and More Weeds The Central Connection Central Congregational Church, United Church of Christ Newburyport, MA The Rev. Chris
7th Sunday After Pentecost July 16 9:30 AM
Sermon: Chris TBD The Central Connection Central Congregational Church, United Church of Christ Newburyport, MA The Rev. Christopher Ney, pastor Pastor's Pre
6th Sunday After Pentecost July 09 9:30 AM
Sermon: Love Poetry and the Bible The Central Connection Central Congregational Church, United Church of Christ Newburyport, MA The Rev. Christopher Ney, pas
Join us at 5:30 PM Tuesday July 11 to Nourish Your Body and Soul
with tacos, worship, and walking a labyrinth at Central Nourish Your Body & Soul Join us at 5:30 pm on Tuesday July 11 at Central Congregational Church The s
5th Sunday After Pentecost July 02 9:30 AM
Sermon: Family Conflicts and the Grace of God The Central Connection Central Congregational Church, United Church of Christ Newburyport, MA The Rev. Christop
Sunday June 25 9:30 AM the 4th Sunday After Pentecost
Sermon: Family Conflicts and the Grace of God The Central Connection Central Congregational Church, United Church of Christ Newburyport, MA The Rev. Christop
Sunday June 18, 9:30 AM, 3rd Sunday After Pentecost – Father’s Day
Sermon: Did Sarah Really Laugh? The Central Connection Central Congregational Church, United Church of Christ Newburyport, MA The Rev. Christopher Ney, pasto
Children’s Sunday June 11
Sermon: This Little Light of Mine, Lauren Olson-Sidford The Central Connection Central Congregational Church, United Church of Christ Newburyport, MA The Rev
Trinity Sunday June 04
Sermon: God as Friend and the Meaning of the Trinity The Central Connection Central Congregational Church, United Church of Christ Newburyport, MA The Rev. C
Pentecost Sunday May 28
Sermon: Receive the Holy Spirit The Central Connection Central Congregational Church, United Church of Christ Newburyport, MA The Rev. Christopher Ney, pasto
Central Church Summer BBQ
Join us for Summer BBQ gathering on Sunday, June 11 following 10:30 a.m. worship service.
7th Sunday of Easter May 21
Sermon: Gazing Upward, Gazing Outward The Central Connection Central Congregational Church, United Church of Christ Newburyport, MA The Rev. Christopher Ney,
Growing In Our Faith
In a recent sermon, I invited the congregation of Central Church to consider memorizing scripture as a way of growing in our faith.
Annual Organizational Meeting – May 21 2023
You are invited to attend Special Announcement Central Congregational Church, United Church of Christ Dear Website, To Members and Friends of Central Congre
6th Sunday of Easter May 14
Sermon: God’s Offspring The Central Connection Central Congregational Church, United Church of Christ Newburyport, MA The Rev. Christopher Ney, pastor Past
In Springtime
In Springtime, the world is mud-lucious and puddle-wonderful. That’s how the English poet e.e....
Music Notes from Central
Join Us! The Central Connection Central Congregational Church, United Church of Christ Newburyport, MA The Rev. Christopher Ney, pastor MUSIC NOTES Contact
5th Sunday of Easter May 7
Sermon: Many Dwellng Places The Central Connection Central Congregational Church, United Church of Christ Newburyport, MA The Rev. Christopher Ney, pastor Pa
4th Sunday of Easter April 30
Sermon: 'Shared Life, Abundant Life.' The Central Connection Central Congregational Church, United Church of Christ Newburyport, MA The Rev. Christopher Ney,
3rd Sunday of Easter April 23
Sermon: 'Our Eyes are Opened' - Sarah Seamans preaching The Central Connection Central Congregational Church, United Church of Christ Newburyport, MA The Rev
2nd Sunday of Easter April 16
Sermon: 'Time to Renew Your AAA Membership?' - Betty LaBaugh preaching The Central Connection Central Congregational Church, United Church of Christ Newburyp
Easter Sunday April 9
Sunrise Service at 6:00 am - Worship Service at 10:30 am The Central Connection Central Congregational Church, United Church of Christ Newburyport, MA The Re
Palm Sunday April 2 at 10:30AM
Hosanna, Lord, Save Us The Central Connection Central Congregational Church, United Church of Christ Newburyport, MA The Rev. Christopher Ney, pastor Pastor'
Lenten Study Series Week 3 Meets Thursday March 30
My Struggle to Become Human - Walter Wink 2023 Lenten Study Series Week 3 meets on Thursday March 30. The season of Lent is an opportunity for spiri
Lenten Study Series Week 2 Meets Thursday March 23
My Struggle to Become Human - Walter Wink 2023 Lenten Study Series Week 2 meets on Thursday March 23. The season of Lent is an opportunity for spiri
Worship 5th Sunday of Lent March 26 at 10:30AM
Sermon Title 'Patience and Fortitude' The Central Connection Central Congregational Church, United Church of Christ Newburyport, MA The Rev. Christopher Ney,
11/13 A Sermon by Guest Preacher Sarah Seamans
Dear Friends, This Sunday we hear messages of faith and God’s love in the scriptures. We draw...
The Messenger (11/13/22)
Our weekly newsletter, full of information, prayers, and community announcements....
Animal Blessings
How wonderful to see so many pets, and their owners!, join us for our recent Blessing of the...
Christian Outreach – Annual Diaper Drive for Anchor of Hope
Christian Outreach Board held their annual “drive-by” collection in support of Anchor of Hope...
The Messenger (9/18/22)
Our weekly newsletter, full of information, prayers, and community announcements....
9/25: A Deed of Promise
Dear Friends, On Sunday, we gather for Rally Day, the start of the program year, the return of...
9/18: Forgive us Our Debts
Dear Friends, On Sunday, we hear another of Jesus’ troubling parables—the story of the shrewd...
9/11: The Problem of Grace
Dear Friends, On Sunday, we hear the much-loved parables of the lost sheep and the lost coin....
Wander in the Woods
Here are a few photos from our Wander in the Woods. The kids had a blast, and it was really...
From the Pastor
The month of December is a time of growing darkness. As the earth turns on its access, the...