The church doesn't run on autopilot. Once a year we gather to look at the numbers, name the priorities, and decide together where we're headed. That's the annual meeting — practical, important, and open to everyone.
Food, fun, and a little friendly fire (roasted chili-style) — don’t miss it! Join us after worship for a festive all-church picnic on the lawn! We’re celebrating the energy and joy of Youth Sunday with food, fun, and our second annual Chili Cookoff. The picnic is potluck-style — bring something to share and help us create a spread that’s as...
Come spill the tea – or just drink it. You’re cordially, casually, and somewhat ironically invited to Hillside High Tea – an afternoon of delightfully over-the-top refinement… or at least our best attempt. There will be tea. There will be treats. There may even be pinkies raised. Throw on a big hat, a bowtie, a feather boa, or whatever makes...
We're hosting two acts this year — Slappy Pappy (1:00-2:00pm) and Cassie Kollman (2:15pm-3:15pm). Porchfest is back for its fourth year, and the premise is still the best thing about it: free music, played outside, in actual neighborhoods, by actual people. No venue, no cover, no algorithm deciding what you should probably like. Just porches, patios, driveways, and lawns —...
Join us in commemorating the life of our longtime member and friend, Rebecca Ramsay. There will be a time during the service to offer any stories or memories you wish to share. If you are unable to join us in person, you can join us online via Zoom at the following link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/9823959325?pwd=K3lxTE43bTQ0dVBqRFJOY2lzS3J0Zz09 Obituary Rebecca Linnell Ramsay, 80, died peacefully...
Grab a Bite. Meet Some People. After worship, hang out for a low-key coffee hour — a chance to share some snacks, sip something warm, and have real conversation with folks you might not have met yet. No pressure, no small talk required (unless you’re into that). Want to help make it happen? Sign up here to bring snacks, set up,...
Join us for our monthly Street Outreach in Davis Square, where we offer socks, snacks, and solidarity to our unhoused neighbors. It’s a small gesture – walking the streets, offering what we can with dignity and warmth – but it makes a real difference. We meet at 12:30pm in front of the Davis Square T Station on Holland Street. Before...
Right after church, roll up your sleeves and give the building some love. Painting, sanding, scraping, cleaning, organizing, anything and everything to get us looking spiffy for the year ahead. Come for an hour or stay all afternoon, every bit of help counts. Pizza for volunteers!
Rally Sunday is the day we kick off the beginning of a new church year. A blessing of the backpacks for kids, youth, and educators as a new school year begins, and a joyful kickoff to Sunday School. Bring them forward and let's send them off surrounded by prayer and love. A message calling us to stretch beyond our usual...
Join us in the backyard after worship for a build-your-own sundae bar, plus the planting and blessing of a new tree. Bring a topping if you've got one, and stick around to help us plant and bless a new tree – an investment in the future of of our church and it's outdoor space. We'll supply the ice cream, bowls,...
Come celebrate the launch of NOSH: Nourishing Our Stomachs and Hearts as One Community, a new food pantry serving Medford and Somerville, born out of a partnership between Tufts Hillel and Hillside Community Church. Spearheaded by Tufts Hillel student leaders, NOSH brings students and community partners together to fight food insecurity and get nutritious food to our neighbors, and Hillside...
Celebrate Christmas with a joyful blend of carols and readings that bring the story of Jesus’ birth to life. Together we’ll sing the songs we love, hear the story told simply and beautifully, and end the night with the glow of candles as “Silent Night” fills the room. It’s a warm, welcoming tradition—real, heartfelt, and the perfect way to pause...
