Needham History: Some Account of Parish Visits
Rev. West had his work cut out for him. A sketch of the First Parish Meeting House, by Timothy Newell Smith. Some Account of Pastoral...
‘It’s Like Breathing’: Local Religious Institutions Recognize, Honor LGBTQ Members
June 23, 2025 • During Pride Month, leaders in Needham’s religious community reflect on how they celebrate and advocate for LGBTQ people. Twenty-five years ago,...
Needham Packs 3 Millionth Meal for Haiti
April 28, 2025 • A spring tradition encourages community service and represents a source of pride for St. Joseph Parish and the greater community. Of...
Breaking Fasts, Building Resilience at Community Iftar
March 10, 2025 • Muslim community members shared messages of hope and hardship during a community iftar at the Congregational Church of Needham. As the...
Temple Beth Shalom targeted in apparent swatting incident
November 20, 2023 • Temple Beth Shalom was the target of a hoax bomb threat Sunday afternoon, reflecting the rise of antisemitism amid the ongoing...
Needham Church Bell Sounds Alarm for Climate Change
November 13, 2023 • Church bells ring in times of celebration and ones of distress. For the 20th month, the bell tolled at Congregational Church...