“Highwater Congregational Church, United Church of Christ, will be an active family of faith in North Central Licking County, dedicated to building awareness of God, Jesus Christ and the Holy Spirit through meaningful worship, diverse service, and genuine fellowship.”
​ - Mission Statement

Category Archives: Past Events

Ash Wednesday service on February 22


An Ash Wednesday service will be held at HIghwater Congregational Church on Wednesday, February 22 at 7pm. In addition, ashes will also be distributed in the Newark Town Square at noon.

Missions Ministry Update


In February, the Missions Ministry will be collecting for the United Way emergency warming shelters. They need men’s and women’s new underwear, long johns, and insulated heavy duty gloves and mittens in sizes small to XXL. Please leave your donations in the Wood Box located in the entry way as you walk into the Narthex. The Missions MInistry collected toiletry items for Newton Schools in January. Abby Shipley, chairperson, reports that she dropped off several hundred items to the school which our church donated.

WISH to sponsor CPR Class on March 4


Women in Service at Highwater will host a CPR Class on March 4, 9am – Noon. The cost to participants will be $20. Please give your class fee to PHyllis Buxton. Make checks out to WISH. Class size is limited. Reservations need to be made by February 14. Please contact Kathy Preston for more information.

Youth Group will meet February 26


Youth, 6th grade and up, are invited to attend this event on February 26 from 5-6pm. This group meets the last Sunday of every month.

Highwater Yoga Class set for February 26


Highwater Church will host a Yoga Class on February 26, from 5-6pm in the Legg Center. Class fee is $10 per person, chair options available. Contact Abby Shipley if you have questions. Please sign-up by February 19 to ensure we have enough people.

Super Bowl Tailgate set for February 12


Join Highwater Church on Sunday, February 12, at 11:30am following the Worship Service for a friendlly Super Bowl Tailgate Food Competition. Bring your favorite Tailgate food to share and enter the competition. Everyone is encouraged to wear their favorite team shirt and gear (school, college, or pro).

Night to Shine will be held February 10


Newark’s Night to Shine will be held Friday, February 10 from 6-9pm. This event is sponsored by the Tim Tebow Foundation and is an unforgettable prom experience centered on God’s love for people with special needs, ages 14 and older. Volunteers are needed to assist with decoration, clean up, and during the actual event. You will need to arrive by 4:15 pm. Volunteers must be 16 years or older. Volunteers are needed to serve on the Buddy team. You will accompany and assist an assigned guest throughout the evening, providing any help they may need during the event. You will

Church Council will meet February 15


The Highwater Congregational Church Council will meet at 7pm on WEDNESDAY, February 15th at the church.

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