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First Religious Society
On Sunday, Jan. 20, at 10:30 a.m. at the First Religious Society, Unitarian Universalist, Newburyport, the Rev. Rebecca Bryan will preach on “I Don’t Pray” during the annual Martin Luther King Jr. service. She will share her understanding of prayer and how it is helpful in her life.
The January ministry theme is “Spirituality.” Buddhist meditation begins at 6:30 p.m. on Monday, Jan. 21. Enter from the parking lot side of the church. First timers should come at 6 p.m.
Thursday, Jan. 24: Lower Meeting House, 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. Julie Parker-Amery, director of religious education, offers a workshop on creating meaningful rituals. Advance registration is required and child care provided upon request. Snacks and beverages will be served. Register with Parker-Amery at 978-465-0602.
Friday, Jan. 25: Family potluck supper hosted by Climate Action Project, Parish Hall, first floor, 6:30 p.m., with a guest speaker talking about off-shore wind power plus a climate crisis discussion. To sign up, call the church.
For more information: www.frsuu.org or call the church at 978-465-0602.
Old South First Presbyterian
Old South First Presbyterian Church, 29 Federal St., Newburyport, is led by the Rev. Sara Singleton with a Sunday worship service and sermon, “A Prepared Church for a Watching World,” from 10 to 11 a.m. and fellowship from 11 to 11:30 a.m. (pizza for children upstairs). Worship for children under 12 and nursery care available.
“Growing Together” adult discipleship study is from 11:30 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. It is taught by Singleton and a rotation of seminary professors. Awana for children takes place at the same time in the Upper Room. For more information about the Awana curriculum, visit www.awana.org. Soup and sandwiches will be served to neighbors in need from 12:30 to 1:15 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall.
There will be an informal time of prayer and worship at 6 p.m. every third Sunday of the month, including Jan. 20. Fellowship is offered the first and third Wednesdays of the month at 7 p.m. at the Port Tavern.
Volunteers needed for a local Habitat for Humanity project Saturday, March 16.
For more information, visit oldsouthnbpt.org or contact admin@oldsouthnbpt.org or 978-465-9666.
Market Street Baptist
Market Street Baptist Church, 37 Market St., Amesbury, led by the Rev. Michael John, offers worship services at 10 a.m. on Sundays.
Nursery care available for up to age 4. Junior Church for ages 5 to 9 during worship. Coffee hour follows worship. Communion service offered first Sunday of the month. Worship services can be seen on cable TV 22 at 7:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. on Sundays and heard on WSEW 88.7 FM at 9 a.m. on Sundays.
Men’s Bible study is offered at 7 p.m. on Tuesdays while women’s Bible study is 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on Wednesdays. Everyone meets Fridays at 9 a.m. A youth group for ages 10 to 17 meets Wednesdays from 6 to 8 p.m.
The church hosts a sports camp for boys and girls in kindergarten through sixth grade on Monday, Feb. 18, through Thursday, Feb. 21, from 6 to 8 p.m. in its gym. The camp offers three sports and Bible lessons. Suggested donation: $10 per child or whatever family can afford. Make check payable to: MSBC; note: Sports. Registration is Monday, Feb. 21, from 5:30 to 6 p.m. at the church. To preregister, contact the church office at 978-388-0930 or email:
Church office hours are Monday through Thursday from 9 a.m. to noon and Fridays from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., 978-388-0930. For more information, go to www.MSBCNews.org or contact msbcsec@verizon.net.
Annunciation Greek Orthodox
Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church, 7 Harris St., Newburyport, led by the Rev. Costin Popescu, celebrates Orthros at 9 a.m. and Divine Liturgy at 10 a.m. on Sunday.
St Basil’s Ministries’ community lunch is served Mondays beginning at 11 a.m. to anyone needing food or company. St. Basil’s Kitchen seeks volunteers to help on Mondays. If interested, call the church office at 978-465-5757 and leave a message.
Monday, Jan. 21: Chanting rehearsal begins at 6 p.m. followed by choir rehearsal at 7 p.m.
Information about Nicholson Hall, St. Basil’s Hall or conference room reservation is available on the Nicholson Hall Facebook page or church website, annunciation.ma.goarch.org.
Office hours are by appointment Tuesday and Friday from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. and Thursday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. or drop in Friday from 10 a.m. to noon. To reach the office: 978-465-5757 or agocport@gmail.com. More information: annunciation.ma.goarch.org. and on Facebook, @AnnunciationNewburyport.
St. James Episcopal,Groveland
St. James Episcopal Church, 119 Washington St., Groveland, will serve a baked bean supper Saturday, Jan. 19, from 4 to 6 p.m.
Adults, $10; free for children under 10. For more on the church: www.saintjamesgroveland.org.
St. Paul’s Episcopal
St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, 166 High St., Newburyport, presents a service of lessons and carols with Holy Eucharist on Sunday, Jan. 20, at 8 and 10:15 a.m.
Adult forum at 9:15 a.m. in church library. Nursery care and church school at 10 a.m. An evening prayer service, Rite 1, is every Wednesday at 6 p.m. in the side chapel. Midweek Eucharist is Wednesday, Jan. 23, at 11 a.m. in the main church. Contemplative prayer is Thursday, Feb. 7, at 7 p.m. in the church library.
Visit www.stpauls-nbpt.org and facebook@StPaulsNBPT for the full church calendar.
Insight Meditation
The Insight Meditation Center of Newburyport offers “Mindfulness Yoga and Insight Meditation” will be offered Saturday, Jan. 26, from 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
This workshop explores how to create continuity between practice on the yoga mat and practice on the meditation cushion. It includes short periods of sitting meditation, yoga and discussion. Beginners and experienced students are welcome. This is designed for anyone interested in learning insight meditation, or Vipassana.
Vipassana is a simple practice that steadies the mind by grounding attention in the present moment; it originated in the Buddhist tradition more than 2,500 years ago. For registration information and fees, visit www.imcnewburyport.org.
Belleville Congregational
The Rev. Ross Varney of Belleville Congregational Church, 300 High St., Newburyport, leads worship at 10 a.m. each Sunday in the chapel.
Children experience a mixture of worship with family and classroom time. Refreshments and fellowship follow the service. The thrift shop is usually open Wednesdays and Saturdays from 9 a.m. to noon, but is closed in January to clean, reorganize and restock. Donations can be made Tuesday, Thursday and Friday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Adult choir rehearsal is Thursdays at 6:30 p.m. Youth choir rehearses after the Sunday worship. Bible exploration is Thursdays at 1 p.m. Women’s Coffee and Conversation is Saturday, Jan. 19, at 9 a.m. in the parlor.
For more on the church, call 978-465-7734, visit office@belleville-church.org or go to the Facebook page.
Amesbury Quakers
Amesbury Quakers (Friends) meet every Sunday from 10 to 11 a.m. at 120 Friend St. in an unprogrammed meeting for worship. There is no officiant.
The service consists of contemplative silence with occasional spoken ministry. Child care is available. After the service ends, the group gathers for refreshments and conversation as well as planned discussions. Monthly potluck dinners are held the third Friday of every month.
A workshop, “Exploring the Quaker Way,” will be offered Sunday, Jan. 27, and Sunday, Feb. 3, from noon to 3 p.m. This two-part workshop explores Quaker practice, history and prophecy, including how people such as Margaret Fell and Bayard Rustin have transformed their lives.
Facilitators will be Minga Claggett-Borne, who leads Quaker nonviolence workshops and travels in the ministry, and Patricia Wild, a writer who leads Quaker forums and clearness committees. Both worship at Friends Meeting at Cambridge.
For more information, call 978-378-0553.
Main Street Congregational
Main Street Congregational Church, 145 Main St., Amesbury, offers a Sunday worship service at 10 a.m. A 15-minute musical reflection and meditation time begins at 9:45 a.m.
The Rev. Joan MacPherson leads “Hymns & Hops” on Sunday, Jan. 27, from 7 to 8 p.m. at Flatbread Company, 5 Market Square, Amesbury. The event features a pub-style singing of songs of hope downstairs. Come earlier if having dinner. For more information, contact MacPherson at joan.macpherson@main-street-church.org or call 978-388-0982.
Union Congregational
Union Congregational Church, 350 Main St., Point Shore, Amesbury, led by the Rev. Lucy Blood, offers a Sunday service at 10 a.m. Coffee hour is at 11 a.m.
A Communion service is the first Sunday of the month. Open jam sessions are on the first Saturday from 7 to 9 p.m. Musicians and guests welcome. Office hours: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Monday through Thursday.
All-you-can-eat spaghetti suppers are the fourth Saturday, including Jan. 26, from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. Cost is $8 per person, takeout for $9 and $28 for families. Proceeds benefit meetinghouse’s preservation. Call to inquire about the hall rental policy or lighting the steeple in memory or honor of loved ones. For more information, call 978-388-0631 or go to www.amesburyunion.org.
People’s UnitedMethodist Church
People’s United Methodist, 64 Purchase St., Newburyport, offers music and worship for adults and children Sundays at 9 a.m. led by Pastor Matt Willis-Goode. Food and fellowship follows the service at Hartson Hall.
“Unshakable Hope” Bible study will be held Sunday, Jan. 20, at Pat and Brad’s home. For more information, contact Pat.
Tuesday, Jan. 29: “People Eat Out” at the Hungry Traveler restaurant at 5 p.m.; contact Jim Marshall for more details.
Tuesdays at 9 a.m. is Seniors Coffee Group for those interested in conversation and an activity geared toward them. Contact Joan McPhee for more information. The Angel Gabriel Quilters and Knitters meet Tuesdays at 1 p.m.
Thursdays from 6 to 7 p.m. is an 11th step meditation meeting, 7 to 8 p.m. is an Emotions Anonymous meeting. EA helps people learn to live at peace despite difficulties in their daily lives. Fridays from 10 a.m. to noon is a free jazz jam session. Anyone interested in playing (instruments are available) or listening to jazz is welcome. Contact jazzwalker@gmail.com for more information.
Peoples Café is open Fridays from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. and closed Monday and Wednesday through the winter. Free refreshments and restrooms available.
The Angel Gabriel weathervane and steeple is being lighted in January in memory of Harry Trout. For more information about the church, contact Barbara at 978-465-5145 or Willis-Goode at 978-308-9841. The church is on Facebook and at peoplesnewburyport.com/church.
First Church of Christ, Scientist
First Church of Christ, Scientist, 22 Inn St., Newburyport, presents its weekly Bible lesson, “Life,” on Sunday, Jan. 20, at 10 a.m.
The lesson will consist of texts from the Old and New testaments with related passages from the Christian Science textbook, “Science and Health with Key to the Scriptures” by Mary Baker Eddy. Child care is available for babies and toddlers. Sunday School for children and teens is held at the same hour. Younger students learn Bible stories, the Ten Commandments and the Sermon on the Mount, while those in more advanced classes build on these early lessons and discuss how they are applicable to their own lives.
Wednesday evening meetings are from 7:30 to 8:30, with members and visitors sharing their gratitude for healings they received through Christian Science. The Christian Science Reading Room, also at 22 Inn St., is a bookstore offering Bibles, Bible translations and reference books, “Science and Health with Key to the Scriptures” and other works by Mary Baker Eddy, and magazines with examples of contemporary spiritual healing. Hours are Monday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
For more information, call 978-255-1031 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. or visit www.christiansciencenewburyport.com. or the church’s Facebook page.
Hope Community
Hope Community Church, 11 Hale St., Newburyport, led by the Rev. Pete Balentine, holds worship services on Sundays at 9 and 10:45 a.m.
A bagel breakfast is served at 8:30 a.m. Children’s programs (infants through Grade 5) during both services. Middle school Bible study at 10:45 a.m. Several classes available for adults each Sunday on spiritual topics.
Weekday activities for middle and high school students (Elevation412) Mondays and Wednesdays at 6:30 p.m. Women’s groups meet Tuesdays at 9:30 a.m. Seniors meet Thursdays at 10 a.m. Life groups meet during the week in homes throughout the region for community, study and spiritual growth.
For more about the church and to register, call the office at 978-463-HOPE or visit www.hopenewburyport.com.
First Parish Church
Worship is at 10 a.m. on Sundays at First Parish Church of Newbury, 20 High Road. Child care provided for infants and toddlers during worship as is Sunday school for children in prekindergarten through middle school.
Bible study group meets the second and fourth Sundays of each month in the downstairs hall. No prior experience expected and newcomers may join at any time. Food pantry is open from 3 to 5 p.m. each Friday for anyone in need of food.
On Sunday, Jan. 27, Bible study meets at 8:30 a.m. in the downstairs hall.
For more information about the church: www.firstparishofnewbury.org.
Spiritual Breakfast Club
The Spiritual Breakfast Club hosts the Spiritual Breakfast Gathering on Saturday, Feb. 2, at Newburyport Public Library, 94 State St.
The continental breakfast, from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m., includes hearing briefly about the seven-year experiences of the club members and then having an open, nonjudgmental discussion about spirituality as it relates to everyday life.
To register, contact Joel Grossman at jgrossman@constellationhs.com or 978-904-1086. Limited to 25 people.
Congregation Ahavas Achim
Rabbi Benjamin Resnick of Congregation Ahavas Achim, 53 1/2 Washington St., Newburyport, leads Shabbat morning services every Saturday at 9 a.m.
The music ensemble Bashert performs at a Kabbalat Shabbat service Friday, Feb. 8, at 6 p.m. Bashert is from Congregation Beth Israel of the Merrimack Valley in Andover. The service will be followed by a Mexican-themed buffet: $18, adults; $12, 11 and under; $60, family of four or more. Service open to all, but advance registration and payment for the meal is required at www.caa-newburyport.org/event/Bashertdinner to ensure enough food is prepared.
For more information on services and programs, visit www.caa-newburyport.org or email rabbi@caa-newburyport.org.
East Parish United Methodist
The Rev. Mary Jane O’Connor Ropp and the Rev. Charlotte Hendee lead worship at East Parish United Methodist Church, 8 Lafayette Road, Salisbury, on Sundays at 10 a.m. Choir practice is at 9 a.m.
Each month, the church collects items for The Pettengill House food pantry. This month’s collection includes cereal and soap and is open to community members who wish to participate. Items will be collected throughout January and delivered the first week of February.
Winter and spring dates available for renting the Rose Room. For details, call the church office: 978-465-8940. Office is open by appointment only. All messages left on the answering machine are responded to within 24 hours. The church is online at www.eastparishumc.org and on Facebook at www.facebook.com/eastparishumc. Email: eastparishumc@verizon.net.
Trinity United
Trinity United Church, 103 Lafayette Road, Seabrook, led by the Rev. Joseph Woodbury, offers Sunday worship for all ages at 11 a.m.
The service is followed by fellowship and coffee hour with refreshments. Adult Bible study, led by the pastor, is Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. at the Parish House, corner of Route 1 and Folly Mill Road. Monday blood drives are scheduled from 1 to 6 p.m. on Feb. 11, March 11 and April 8.
For more information: office@trinityuchurch.com.
Rock Church
Rock Church has locations at 146 Main St., Amesbury, and 190 State St., Newburyport. Compline: Monday through Saturday at 9 p.m.
For more information on Rock Church, call 978-462-6721.
St. James Episcopal
St. James Episcopal Church, 120 Main St., Amesbury, offers Sunday services led by the Rev. John Satula at 8 and 10 a.m.
Christian education “Godly Play” classes begin at 9:45 a.m. Women on the Journey meets the third Saturday of the month and is open to all women.
For more information and updates, visit www.stjamesamesbury.org or Facebook at St. James Episcopal Church, Amesbury, Massachusetts. To contact the church, call 978-388-0030 or email stjames.office@verizon.net
CentralCongregational
Central Congregational Church, 14 Titcomb St., Newburyport, led by the Rev. Christopher Ney, offers Sunday worship at 10:30 a.m.
Nursery care available. Children attend worship with their families and then move to Sunday school after the children’s sermon. A free community breakfast is served Saturdays from 8 to 10 a.m. The chancel choir rehearses Sundays at 9 a.m. The middle school youth group meets monthly. Prayer Shawl Knitters meet the first Monday of the month at 7 p.m. and the fourth Monday at 1:30 p.m.
For more information, call 978-465-0533, email info@centralnewburyport.org, or go to www.centralnewburyport.org.
People’s United Methodist Church, 64 Purchase St., Newburyport, offers music and worship for adults and children Sundays at 9 a.m. led by the Rev. Matt Willis-Goode. Food and fellowship follows the service at Hartson Hall.
Groveland Congregational
Groveland Congregational Church, 4 King St., Groveland, is led by the Rev. Chris Hart with Sunday services at 10 a.m.
There are monthly men’s prayer breakfasts and a Sunday school program for age 3 through eighth grade. There is a community yoga program Mondays at 6:30 p.m. Cost is $5.
For more information, call the church office at 978-372-3463. Website: www.grovelanducc.org.
Unity on the River
The Sunday service, led by the Rev. Ogun Holder, begins at 10 a.m. at Unity on the River, 58 Macy St., Amesbury.
Music and celebration of all paths to God are welcome. For more about the church, www.unityontheriver.org.
Holy Redeemer, Immaculate Conception
The Collaborative Catholic Parishes of Holy Redeemer and Immaculate Conception: Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, 42 Green St., Newburyport; Church of the Nativity Catholic Church, 4 Green St., Merrimac; St. Ann Catholic Church, 300 Main St., West Newbury. The weekend Mass schedule is as follows: Saturday: 4 p.m., IC, Newburyport; 4 p.m., St. Ann/Nativity (alternates every six weeks. Check website for dates); Sunday: 7:15 a.m., IC, Newburyport; 8 a.m., Nativity, Merrimac; 9 a.m., IC, Newburyport; 10:15 a.m., St. Ann, West Newbury; 11:30 a.m., IC, Newburyport.
For more information, Facebook: Holy Redeemer — Immaculate Conception Collaborative parishes. Website: hriccatholic.org. Twitter: @HRICCatholic.
There are monthly men’s prayer breakfasts and a Sunday school program for age 3 through eighth grade. There is a community yoga program Mondays at 6:30 p.m. Cost is $5. For more information, call the church office at 978-372-3463. Website: www.grovelanducc.org.
All Saints Anglican
All Saints Anglican Cathedral, 69 Friend St., Amesbury, offers a worship service Sundays at 9:30 a.m.
There is a nursery for ages up to 4 years old and a children’s program for ages 3 to 10. Christian formation starts at 11:15 a.m.
For more information and to connect with the church, call the office at 978-388-0009 or visit www.allsaintsamesbury.org.
Holy Family Parish, Star of the Sea
Holy Family Parish, 9 Sparhawk St., Amesbury, and Star of the Sea Parish, 18 Beach Road, Salisbury.
The fall, winter and spring weekend schedule is in effect through May 18. Masses at Holy Family are Saturdays at 4 p.m. (confessions before) and Sundays at 9:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. (confessions before). Masses at Star of the Sea are Saturdays at 6 p.m. and Sundays at 8 a.m. (confessions before) and 11 a.m.
Making Music Praying Twice Little Angels” is a music-based program for infants through age 5 along with a parent, grandparent or guardian. This one-hour program meets Mondays at 9 a.m. in the lower church in Amesbury or Thursdays at 10 a.m. in Father Morgan Hall in Salisbury.
To receive email and/or text reminders, alerts and announcements text LWC to 84576 or visit www.https://new.flocknote.com/livingwatercatholic.
First Congregational Church of Rowley
First Congregational Church, 175 Main St., Rowley, offers Sunday services at 10 a.m. with Sunday school.
Newburyport Pentecostal
Newburyport Pentecostal Assembly of God, 13 Hale St., Newburyport, offers a worship service on Sundays at 10:30 a.m.
Children’s programs and adult Bible study are Wednesdays from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.
For more information, call 978-462-9833 or go to newburyportassembly.org.
Grace Reformed Baptist Church
Grace Reformed Baptist Church, 98 Kimball Road, Amesbury, holds regular worship services each Sunday.
Bible study for all ages begins at 10 a.m., morning worship is at 11 and afternoon worship is at 2. For further information, go to www.grbcam.net or call 978-518-2308.
Merrimacport United Methodist
Merrimacport United Methodist Church, 39 High St., Merrimac, holds its Sunday service at 10:30 a.m. under the leadership of the Rev. Matt Willis-Goode. Communion is served on the first Sunday of each month.
Pilgrim Congregational
Pilgrim Congregational Church, 27 Church St., Merrimac, led by the Rev. Gary Greene, holds weekly worship services every Sunday at 10 a.m.
Sunday School classes available for young children. Hospitality hour follows the weekly worship service.
West Newbury Congregational
The Rev. David Forsythe leads worship at 10 a.m. on Sunday at West Newbury Congregational Church, 308 Main St., West Newbury.
For more information about the church: 978-363-2673, ccinwn1@gmail.com and www.westnewbury.org. The church is also on Facebook.
Buddhist Study & Meditation
The Buddhist Study and Meditation Group of Newburyport meets on the first and third Thursday of the month from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at Yoga Center of Newburyport, 12 Maple St.
This is a peer-led group that educates its members and local residents about Buddhist ideas and practices.
For more information, go to www.meetup.com/Buddhist-Study-Meditation-Group-of-Newburyport-BSMGN, email dgibbs7@gmail.com, or call or text David Gibbs at 978-821-9504.
First Congregational, Kensington
The Rev. Pam Spain leads worship at First Congregational Church of Kensington, 108 Amesbury Road, on Sundays at 10 a.m.
The music is led by Ken Clark. There is a coffee hour and fellowship following the worship service.
For more information: go to www.kensingtonnhchurch.com, email kcc1737@yahoo.com or call the office at 603-772-5821.
Armenian Apostolic
Armenian Apostolic Church at Hye Pointe, 1280 Boston Road (Route 125), Haverhill.
Morning service, 9 a.m., divine liturgy at 10 a.m. Fellowship hour follows church services. For more information: 978-372-9227 or www.hyepointarmenianchurch.org.
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