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St. Paul’s Episcopal
St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, 166 High St., Newburyport, presents services of Holy Eucharist on Sunday, April 14, at 8 and 10:15 a.m., with blessing of the palms and reading of the Passion Gospel.
The adult forum is at 9:15 a.m. in the church library. The children’s blessing of the palms is at 9:45 a.m. followed by the CGS program.
Wednesday, April 17: Evening prayer at 6 p.m.; Maundy Thursday, April 18: 6:30 p.m., agape soup supper in Parish Hall; 7:30 p.m.: Holy Eucharist with foot washing and solemn stripping of the altar; 9 p.m. to midnight, night watch in side chapel.
Good Friday, April 19: 9 a.m., Liturgy with Communion from reserved sacrament; 7:30 p.m.: Tenebrae service, Communion from the reserve sacrament and veneration of the cross is available.
Holy Saturday, April 20: 11 a.m., blessing of the Easter baskets; 7 p.m.: “The Great Vigil of Easter” — All Saints Church, West Newbury.
Easter Sunday, April 21: 8:00 am: Festival Holy Eucharist at 8 and 10:15 a.m.
An evening prayer service, Rite 1, is every Wednesday at 6 p.m. in St. Anna’s Chapel. Contemplative prayer is Thursday, May 2, at 7 p.m. in the church library. Midweek Eucharist is Wednesday, May 29, at 11 a.m. in the main church.
Visit www.stpauls-nbpt.org and facebook@StPaulsNBPT for the full church calendar.
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 Holy Week schedule is as follows: Holy Thursday will be in Amesbury and include Mass of the Lord’s Supper at 7 p.m. and Night Prayer at 10 p.m. Good Friday will include morning prayer at 9, Stations of the Cross in Salisbury at noon, Living Way of the Cross at 3 p.m. and celebration of the Lord’s Passion in Amesbury at 7 p.m. Holy Saturday: Morning prayer in Salisbury at 9 and an Easter vigil in Amesbury at 7:30 p.m. The Easter Sunday Masses in Salisbury will be at 8 and 11 a.m. and in Amesbury at 9:30 a.m.
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.
Grief support groups offered Mondays at 6:30 p.m. at Holy Family and Fridays at 9:30 a.m. at Star of the Sea. For more information and to register, contact Rose McBride at faithcommunitynurse@livingwatercatholic.org or call 978-388-0330 or 978-465-3334, ext. 111.
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Amesbury Councilof Churches
The Amesbury Council of Churches sponsors the annual Palm Sunday procession April 14 to celebrate Jesus’ triumphant entry into Jerusalem.
The service, hosted by St. James Episcopal Church, begins at 9 a.m. at the Amesbury Millyard amphitheater. The celebration includes prayers, songs, waving of palms and shouts of hosanna and more. The procession continues up Main Street, stopping at each church for prayers and blessings.
Holy Redeemer,ImmaculateConception
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 (including Palm Sunday, April 14): 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.
Easter vigil: Saturday, April 20, IC, Newburyport, 7:45 p.m. Easter Sunday, April 21: 7:30 a.m.,IC, Newburyport; 8 a.m., Nativity, Merrimac; 8:45 a.m., St. Ann, West Newbury; 9:30 a.m., Immaculate Conception, Newburyport, Immaculate Conception School gym and Nativity, Merrimac; 10:15 a.m., St. Ann, West Newbury; 11:30 a.m., Immaculate Conception, Newburyport.
For more information, Facebook: Holy Redeemer — Immaculate Conception Collaborative parishes. Website: hriccatholic.org. Twitter: @HRICCatholic.
First ReligiousSociety
The sermon will be “A World Without Other” by the Rev. Rebecca Bryan on Sunday, April 14, at 10:30 a.m. at the First Religious Society, Unitarian Universalist, Newburyport.
Guests from a nearby congregation will speak about their experiences as a sanctuary church for an immigrant family. Bob Higgins shares “A Journey of Faith,” and palms will be distributed.
The April ministry theme is openness. Half of April’s unpledged cash collection goes to Pennies for Poverty. Buddhist meditation begins at 6:30 p.m. on Monday, April 15. Enter from the parking lot side of the church. First timers should come at 6 p.m.
Tuesday, April 23, “What Do We Value?” — a special evening worship and program, Lower Meetinghouse, 6:30 to 8 p.m., including food and fellowship. Bryan will lead worship from 6:30 to 7 p.m. and then share in a potluck dinner while leading the congregation in a personal exercise, “Values Assessment: A Journey to Serenity.” Registration required by emailing Diane Carroll at diane.carroll@frsuu.org. Email Bryan at revrebecca.bryan@frsuu.org with any questions. A potluck signup will be sent to all who register during the week prior to the event.
For more information, go to www.frsuu.org or call 978-465-0602.
Old South FirstPresbyterian
Old South First Presbyterian Church, 29 Federal St., Newburyport, is led by the Rev. Sara Singleton with a Palm Sunday service on April 14 at 10 a.m. and fellowship hour at 11 a.m.
The new sermon series, “Soul Searching,” continues with the sermon “In the Dark Night of the Soul – Hope vs. Despair.”
The Easter sunrise service on April 21 begins at 6 a.m. at the harbormaster’s office and the worship service starts at 10 a.m. at the church. An egg hunt and refreshments are at 11:15 a.m.
Bible study for children under 12 and nursery care available. Pizza and play time for children is upstairs at 11 a.m. followed by “Growing Together” adult discipleship study at 11:30 a.m. It is taught by Singleton and a rotation of seminary professors. Awana for children takes place at the same time. For more information about the Awana curriculum, visit www.awana.org. Soup and sandwiches will be served to neighbors in need at 12:30 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall.
Men’s fellowship is offered the first and third Wednesdays of the month at 7 p.m. at The Port Tavern. For more information, visit the Facebook page, oldsouthnbpt.org or contact admin@oldsouthnbpt.org or 978-465-9666. For the chorus, go to www.gncchorus.org or email info@gncchorus.
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.
Holy Week services begin on Palm Sunday, April 14, at 10:30 a.m. Children are welcome to participate in the procession of palms. On Maundy Thursday, April 18, a simple bread and soup supper will be served at 6 p.m. followed at 7 p.m. with a Tenebrae service with Communion.
On Good Friday, April 19, a prayer service is at noon. An ecumenical Easter sunrise service with East Parish United Methodist and The Salvation Army will be offered April 21 at 5:45 a.m. at Salisbury Beach Reservation. Easter worship services at the church are scheduled for 9 and 11 a.m.
For more information, call 978-465-0533, email info@centralnewburyport.org, or go to www.centralnewburyport.org.
Unity on the River
The Palm Sunday service, led by the Rev. Ogun Holder, begins at 10 a.m. on April 14 at Unity on the River, 58 Macy St., Amesbury.
Monday, April 15, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.: Garden of Gethsemane at Unity. Prayer and meditation offered in the Transformation Room on April 15 through Thursday, April 18, from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. prayer and meditation. Good Friday service with Communion on April 19 at 7 p.m. with Holder and Meg Rayne. Easter Sunday service on April 21 begins at 10 a.m.
Fellowship after the service. Music and celebration of all paths to God are welcome. For more about the church, www.unityontheriver.org.
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.
Child care available for up to age 4. Junior Church for ages 5 to 9 during worship. Coffee hour follows worship.
The Palm Sunday service is at 10 a.m. on April 14. No Sunday school classes. Also that day from 6 to 7:30 p.m. will be the final episode of a three-part video series, “The American Gospel: In Christ Alone,” and a discussion — “The Gospel vs Prosperity Preaching,” Part II.
Prayer and meditation in the sanctuary are scheduled for Friday, April 19, from noon to 3 p.m. Come and go as you please. Scriptures read every half hour. Easter service is Sunday, April 21, at 10 a.m. No Sunday school classes.
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.
Church office hours are Monday through Thursday from 9 a.m. to noon and Fridays from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. For more information, call the church at 978-388-0930 or go to www.msbcnews.org or the Facebook page.
Rand Memorial
Rand Memorial Congregational Church, 134 S. Main St., Seabrook, offers a ham and bean supper Saturday, April 13.
The all-you-can-eat supper is from 4.30 to 6 p.m. Cost: adults, $9; children, $5; free for children 5 and under.
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. Tuesday morning women’s groups meet at 9:30. Seniors meet Thursdays at 10 a.m. Life groups meet during the week in homes throughout the region for community, study and spiritual growth.
A Good Friday service with Communion begins at 7 p.m. on April 19. Easter services on Sunday, April 21, are at 8, 9:30 and 11 a.m. For more about the church, visit hopenewburyport.com or call the office at 978-463-HOPE.
BellevilleCongregational
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 executive board meets Wednesday, April 17, at 7 p.m. The Last Supper potluck is Thursday, April 18, at 6 p.m. with worship at 7 p.m. Meditation room is open from 5 to 9 p.m.
The thrift shop is open Wednesdays and Saturdays from 9 a.m. to noon. Adult choir rehearsal is usually Thursday at 6:30 p.m., but will be held Wednesday, April 17. Youth choir rehearses after the Sunday worship. Bible exploration is Thursdays at 12:45 p.m., use Chapel Street entrance.
For more on the church, call 978-465-7734, visit office@belleville-church.org or go to the Facebook page.
West NewburyCongregational
The Rev. David Forsythe leads worship at 10 a.m. on Sunday at West Newbury Congregational Church, 308 Main St., West Newbury.
Palm Sunday service, April 14; Good Friday service, April 19, 7 p.m.; Easter Sunday sunrise service, April 21, 6:30 p.m. at Artichoke Reservoir on Moulton Street in West Newbury; Easter breakfast at 9:15 a.m. in Knowles Hall followed by a resurrection celebration at 10 a.m. in the church.
For more information about the church: 978-363-2673, ccinwn1@gmail.com and www.westnewbury.org. The church is also on Facebook.
Rock ChurchNorth Shore
Rock Church has merged to become Rock Church North and meets for worship at 146 Main St., Amesbury, on Sundays at 8:30 a.m. and 10:45 a.m.
The Maundy Thursday service April 18 is at 6 p.m. while the Good Friday service April 19 is at 7 p.m. The Easter Sunday service April 21 will be at 8:30 and 10:45 a.m.
A nursery is available for both regular services. Sunday morning breakfast and lifegroups available at 9:30 a.m. The NextGen children’s program begins at 10:30 a.m. Dinner Church is every Thursday at 6 p.m. For more information, go to rock-church.org. or www.joyfuleaster.org.
First Parish Church
Worship is at 10 a.m. on Sunday 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 at 8:30 a.m. Next session is April 14. No prior experience expected and newcomers may join at any time.
Holy Week services: Palm Sunday worship, April 14, 10 a.m.; Maundy Thursday service of Tenebrae, April 18, 7 p.m.; Easter Sunday celebration with bagpipes, April 21, 10 a.m.
A Holy Week volunteer opportunity is available April 18, even if only for 30 minutes. Help unload a truck with food pantry supplies from the Greater Boston Food Bank. Truck arrives at the church about 8:45 AM. Food pantry is open from 3 to 5 p.m. each Friday for anyone in need of food.
For more about the church: www.firstparishofnewbury.org.
First Church of
Christ, Scientist
First Church of Christ, Scientist, 22 Inn St., Newburyport, presents its weekly Bible lesson, “Are Sin, Disease and Death Real?” on Sunday, April 14, 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 www.Facebook.com/FCCSNewburyport/.
People’s United
Methodist 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. Palm Sunday is April 14 and Easter is April 21. 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.
The church council meeting at Hartson Hall is Wednesday, April 17, at 10 a.m. Anyone with items to discuss should contact Jim. The Maundy Thursday service is April 18 at 7 p.m. at Merrimacport United Methodist Church .
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.
The Good Friday service will be April 19 at 7 p.m. 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 are being lighted in April 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 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.
Maundy Thursday will be celebrated April 18 at 6 p.m. with an Agape meal followed by a Tenebrae service. An Easter Sunday sunrise service April 21 begins at 5:30 a.m. at 42 Stumpfield Road, Kensington, followed by breakfast at the church. There will be a regular Easter service at 10 a.m.
Workshops will be offered Mondays from 6 to 7:30 p.m. from April 29 through May 20: April 29, “Marvelous Lemon Meringue Pie,” $3 fee to cover supply costs; May 6, “Felt Soaping,” $5 fee to cover supply costs; May 13, “Yeast Bread Secrets,” $3 fee to cover supply costs; May 20, “How a Professional Decorates Cookies,” fee to be determined. Email or confirm to reserve a space.
The church is sponsoring a paint night Friday, May 3, at the Kensington American Legion. Fee of $25 covers material costs. Space limited, reservations required.
For more on the church: go to www.kensingtonnhchurch.com, email kcc1737@yahoo.com or call the office at 603-772-5821.
Insight Meditation
The Insight Meditation Center of Newburyport offers “Insight Meditation for Beginners: A Retreat for Beginning and Newer Students” on Saturday, April 27, from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
This program, led by Matthew Daniell, is designed for anyone interested in learning insight meditation (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 further information and registration fees, visit www.imcnewburyport.org.
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 the first Saturday from 7 to 9 p.m. Musicians and the public are welcome. No admission charge, but donations welcome. For more details, contact Carol Finn at 978-388-6591. Office hours: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Monday through Thursday.
All-you-can-eat spaghetti suppers are the fourth Saturday from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. Cost is $8 per person, takeout for $9 and $28 for families. Proceeds benefit the meetinghouse. 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.
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, from 1 to 6 p.m., are scheduled at the Parish House for May 13, June 10, July 8, Aug. 12, Sept. 9, Oct. 14, Nov. 11 and Dec. 9.
Vendors needed for a flea market Saturday, June 8, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Contact jgwhittier@comcast.net or 978-994-0734.
For more information about the church: office@trinityuchurch.com.
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.
For more information, call 978-378-0553.
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.
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.
For more information on services and programs, visit www.caa-newburyport.org or email rabbi@caa-newburyport.org.
Main Street
Congregational
Main Street Congregational Church, 145 Main St., Amesbury, is led by the Rev. Joan MacPherson and offers a Sunday worship service at 10 a.m.
A 15-minute musical reflection and meditation time begins at 9:45 a.m.
For more information, call 978-388-0982 or email office@main-street-church.org.
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.
St. James Episcopal,
Amesbury
St. James Episcopal Church, 120 Main St., Amesbury, offers Sunday services at 8 a.m., Holy Eucharist Rite I, and 10 a.m., Holy Eucharist Rite II, with choir and Christian education classes 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.
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.
Groveland
Congregational
Groveland Congregational Church, 4 King St., Groveland, offers Sunday services at 10 a.m.
There are monthly men’s prayer breakfasts at 9 a.m., and a Sunday school program for age 3 through eighth grade. For more information, call the church at 978-372-3463 or go to www.grovelanducc.org.
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.
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. Fellowship and friendship after the service in the Rose Room.
Each month, the church collects items for The Pettengill House food pantry and community members can participate. The program is also open to community members who wish to participate.
Spring and summer dates available for renting the Rose Room. For details and more information on the church, call 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.
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 followed by fellowship hour.
To learn more about the Orthodox faith, contact Popescu at the church.
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. 100th anniversary cookbooks available for purchase by contacting the church office.
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.
Members of the community invited to drop in Fridays 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.
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.
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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