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Congregation Ahavas Achim
Congregation Ahavas Achim, 53½ Washington St., Newburyport, offers Shabbat services every Saturday at 9 a.m.
Alex Matthews is the new congregation leader and can be reached at cleader@caa-newburyport.org. Alex Eidman of New York, a friend of Matthews for many years, leads the congregation in song during the High Holidays
The High Holidays will be celebrated with the following services beginning Rosh Hashanah Eve — Sunday, Sept. 29, 6 p.m. Yom Tov Oneg following services; Rosh Hashanah, Day 1 — Monday, Sept. 30, 9 a.m., children’s service, 9:30 a.m., Shofar, 10:30 a.m., Tashlich at Cashman Park at 1 p.m.; Rosh Hashanah, Day 2 — Tuesday, Oct. 1, 9 a.m.; Yom Kippur Eve — Tuesday, Oct. 8, 6:30 p.m., Kol Nidrei services; Yom Kippur Day — Wednesday, Oct. 9, 9 a.m.; children’s service, 9:30 a.m.; Yizkor, 10:30 p.m.; meditation, 3:30 p.m.; conversation with Matthews, 4:15 p.m.; Mincha, 5 p.m.; Neilah, 6 p.m.; Shofar, children’s parade, Havdalah and break-fast sponsored by the board of directors at 7 p.m.
Daycare will be offered from 9 a.m. to noon on all days of Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur.
For more information on services and programs, visit www.caa-newburyport.org.
Groveland Congregational
Groveland Congregational Church, 4 King St., Groveland, offers a Sunday service at 10 a.m.
On Sunday, Sept. 29, at 7 p.m., the public is invited to a candlelight meditation service modeled after services in the Taizé community of France. Taizé prayer is a simple form of ecumenical Christian prayer centered on scripture, silence and song. It involves singing and listening to the word of God in an atmosphere of silence and peace. The music consists of simple repeated refrains, and there will be readings from scripture, petitions and a time of silent prayer.
The theme for this month is “God’s Loving Care through All the Seasons of Our Lives.”
For more information, call the church at 978-372-3463 or go to www.grovelanducc.org.
First Religious Society
The First Religious Society, Unitarian Universalist, Newburyport, offers a Sunday service on Sept. 29 at 10:30 a.m.
The service will offer reflections from 9 teenagers and five adults from the church who traveled in June to the Pine Ridge Reservation in South Dakota for a justice learning and service trip.
The Rev. Rebecca Bryan preaches on “The Powerful Question” on Sunday, Oct. 6, exploring how clarity of purpose allows people to create meaning in their lives.
Buddhist meditation continues at 6:30 p.m. on Mondays. Enter from the church’s parking lot side. First timers should come at 6 p.m.
The church’s first jazz vespers of the year kicks off Wednesday, Oct. 2, at 8 p.m. in the sanctuary. The service blends spoken word and jazz music by the Vespers House band. The event celebrates the inspiration of jazz, swing and blues music, and offers readings and time for silent reflection. Jazz vespers are held on the first Wednesday of the month from October to December and then February to June.
On Friday, Oct. 4, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m, the Climate Action Project hosts a potluck dinner with presentations by Extinction Rebellion and Citizens Climate Lobby in the Lower Meetinghouse. All are welcome. Bring food and beverages to share.
For more information, go to www.frsuu.org or call 978-465-0602.
East Parish United Methodist
East Parish United Methodist Church, 8 Lafayette Road, Salisbury, offers a community breakfast Sunday, Sept. 29, from 7:30 to 9:30 a.m. in the Rose Room to celebrate Salisbury Days. Cost is $6 per person or $20 for a family of four.
The congregation gathers at 10 a.m. for a hymn sing to welcome the Rev. Charlotte Hendee back from her Alaskan vacation. The choir has resumed rehearsals every Sunday from 9 to 10 a.m. Hendee will be in the office and make visits as needed on Wednesdays from 10 a.m. until 2 or 3 p.m. Her drop-in hours resume Oct. 2 from 10 to 11 a.m. at Pat’s Diner in Salisbury.
Each month, the church collects items for The Pettengill House food pantry and community members can participate. Lunch snacks, school supplies and socks will be collected this month. Items are being collected throughout September and will be delivered the first week of October. The program is also open to community members who wish to participate.
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.
Insight Meditation
The Insight Meditation Center of Newburyport offers “Insight Meditation for Beginners: A Retreat for Beginning and Newer Students” on Sunday, Sept. 29, from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
This offering, 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.
Old South First Presbyterian
Old South First Presbyterian Church, 29 Federal St., Newburyport, is led by the Rev. Sara Singleton and presents a Sunday service at 10 a.m. and fellowship hour at 11 a.m.
A new sermon series has begun, “Thy Kingdom Come,” with the sermon “What Would Whitefield Say to Us Today “ by the Rev. Rob Weingartner.
Nursery care for those under 12. Soup and sandwiches served to neighbors in need at 12:30 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall. Prayer ACTS meetings continue on Thursdays at 11 a.m. All are invited to pray. Men’s fellowship is offered the second and fourth Wednesdays, including Oct. 9, at 7 p.m. at The Port Tavern.
The church is assisting Habitat for Humanity with a local project Saturday, Oct. 5. Volunteers can help in more ways than just construction.
For more information, visit the Facebook page, oldsouthnbpt.org or contact admin@oldsouthnbpt.org or 978-465-9666.
Holy Family Parish, Star of the Sea
Holy Family Parish, 9 Sparhawk St., Amesbury, and Star of the Sea Parish, 18 Beach Road, Salisbury, are led by the Rev. Scott Euvrard.
Masses at Holy Family are at 6 p.m. on Saturdays (through Oct. 12) and 9:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. on Sundays. Masses at Star of the Sea are at 4 p.m. on Saturdays at the beach chapel (through Oct. 12) and Sundays at 8 a.m. at the beach chapel (through Sept. 1) and 11 a.m. at the town church.
Both churches will offer “Discovering Christ,” a free, seven-week program on Thursday nights beginning Oct. 3 for those seeking deeper meaning and purpose in life. Dinner is provided. For more information or to register, contact Meredith Smith at 978-388-0330, ext. 110, or DLFF@livingwatercatholic.org).
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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.
A ham and baked bean supper will be served Saturday, Sept. 28, from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. to benefit the church’s meetinghouse. Cost is $10 per person.
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.
Belleville Congregational
The Rev. Ross Varney of Belleville Congregational Church, 300 High St., Newburyport, leads worship each Sunday at 10 a.m.
Children experience a mixture of worship with family and classroom time. Refreshments and fellowship follow the service.
Bible exploration is Thursdays at 12:30 p.m. in the parlor. The adult choir rehearses Thursdays at 6:30 p.m. The youth choir rehearses after Sunday morning worship. The thrift shop is open Wednesdays and Saturdays from 9 a.m. to noon.
The “Sound Medicine Concert” will be Sunday, Oct. 6, at 4 p.m. in the meetinghouse, featuring music for healing the mind, body and spirit. Free will donations accepted.
For more on the church, call 978-465-7734, visit www.bellevillechurch.org or go to the Facebook page.
Hope Community
Hope Community Church, 11 Hale St., Newburyport, led by the Rev. Pete Balentine, holds worship services Sundays at 9 and 10:45 a.m. The sermon series is “Family Matters!”
Children’s programs (infants through Grade 5) are held simultaneous to each service as well as several adult classes. A middle school program is held at 10:45 a.m.
The high school youth group (grades 9-12) meets Wednesday at 7 p.m. and the middle school youth group (grades 6-8) meets Thursday at 6:30 p.m.
Community groups meet during the week in homes throughout the region for study and spiritual growth.
For more about the church, visit hopenewburyport.com or call the office at 978-463-HOPE.
St. Paul’s Episcopal
St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, 166 High St., Newburyport, presents a service of Holy Eucharist on Sunday, Sept. 29, at 8 and 10:15 a.m.
Nursery care and church school at 10 a.m. An evening prayer service, Rite 1, is every Wednesday at 6 p.m. in St. Anna’s Chapel. Contemplative prayer will be Thursday, Oct. 3, at 7 p.m. in the church library.
Visit www.stpauls-nbpt.org and facebook@StPaulsNBPT for the full church calendar.
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 following the service at Hartson Hall is on hold until September. Every second Sunday, the church collects food and monetary donations for the Newbury Food Pantry. Being a church member is not required to participate.
New community hatha yoga classes on Sundays at 4 p.m. with Catherine Ross. Contact Barbara at bdmac77@aol.com.
Tuesdays at 9 a.m. is Seniors Coffee Group. 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. Contact Duncan at 978-223-3102 for more information.
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.
Fridays from 2:15 to 3:30 p.m. is a hope and recovery for debtors meeting. Contact Nancy at 978-973-6208 for more information.
On Friday, Oct. 4, at 7 p.m., the Drum Circle gathers to share the ancient practice of rhythm making and song. Contact Kristine for more information.
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.
Peoples Café is open Fridays from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Free refreshments, WiFi and restrooms available.The Angel Gabriel weathervane and steeple is being lighted in September in memory of Harry Trout.
Central Congregational
Central Congregational Church, 14 Titcomb St., Newburyport, led by the Rev. Christopher Ney, offers Sunday worship at 10:30 a.m.
The church offers a free community breakfast on Saturdays from 8 to 10 a.m. The chancel choir rehearses on Sundays at 9 a.m. The middle school youth group meets monthly. Prayer Shawl Knitters meet on the first Monday at 7 p.m. and the fourth Monday at 1:30 p.m.
Nursery care is available. Children attend worship with their families and move to Sunday school after the children’s sermon.
For more information, call 978-465-0533, email info@centralnewburyport.org or go to www.centralnewburyport.org.
West Newbury Congregational
The Rev. David Forsythe leads worship Sunday at 10 a.m. at West Newbury Congregational Church, 308 Main St., West Newbury.
Sunday school has begun. Adult fellowship Bible class begins Sunday, Sept. 29.
For more information about the church: 978-363-2673, ccinwn1@gmail.com and www.westnewbury.org. The church is also on Facebook.
First Church of Christ, Scientist
First Church of Christ, Scientist, 22 Inn St., Newburyport, presents its weekly Bible lesson on Sunday, Sept. 29, 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/.
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.
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.
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.
For more information, call 978-388-0982 or email office@main-street-church.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 Oct. 14, Nov. 11 and Dec. 9.
For more information about the church: office@trinityuchurch.com.
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.
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.
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 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.
The Rite of Christian Imitation of Adults, or RCIA, program for people interested in joining the Catholic Church and learning about the Catholic faith is beginning at Immaculate Conception. Anyone over age 7 who wishes to become baptized or has been baptized in another church and is interested in the sacraments of Eucharist or confirmation is welcome. Contact Marin Fortune at fortune@newburyportcatholic.org.
The parishes will participate in the St. Vincent de Paul Society’s annual 3K Friends of the Poor walk on Saturday, Sept. 28. Registration begins at 9 a.m. and the walk starts at 9:30 a.m. The walk starts and ends in Immaculate Conception’s parking lot. Proceeds benefit local residents in need of all ethnic backgrounds. To walk or donate, go to: www.fopwalk.org/event/2388.
Immaculate Conception presents its annual Christmas fair on Saturday, Nov. 16, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the school gym, featuring crafts and food. Interested crafters can contact Melinda at mjrb7@hotmail.com for information to sign up as a crafter at the fair.
For more information, Facebook: Holy Redeemer — Immaculate Conception Collaborative parishes. Website: hriccatholic.org. Twitter: @HRICCatholic.
Holy Family Parish, Star of the Sea
Holy Family Parish, 9 Sparhawk St., Amesbury, and Star of the Sea Parish, 18 Beach Road, Salisbury, are led by the Rev. Scott Euvrard.
Masses at Holy Family are at 6 p.m. on Saturdays (through Oct. 12) and 9:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. on Sundays. Masses at Star of the Sea are at 4 p.m. on Saturdays at the beach chapel (through Oct. 12) and Sundays at 8 a.m. at the beach chapel (through Sept. 1) and 11 a.m. at the town church.
Both churches will offer “Discovering Christ,” a free, seven-week program on Thursday nights beginning Oct. 3 for those seeking deeper meaning and purpose in life. Dinner is provided. For more information or to register, contact Meredith Smith at 978-388-0330, ext. 110, or DLFF@livingwatercatholic.org).
To receive email and/or text reminders, alerts and announcements text LWC to 84576 or visit www.https://new.flocknote.com/livingwatercatholic.
Rock Church North Shore
Rock Church has merged to become Rock Church North Shore and meets for worship at 146 Main St., Amesbury, on Sundays at 8:30 a.m. 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.
Unity on the River
The Sunday service will be led by the Rev. Ogun Holder at 10 a.m. at Unity on the River, 58 Macy St., Amesbury.
Music and celebration of all paths to God are welcome. The Sunday service on livestream: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrl1LrlK_mksmltr7f9Tviw.
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 Sunday.
Child care available for up to age 4. Junior Church for ages 5 to 9 during worship. Coffee hour follows worship.
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.
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.
Annunciation Greek Orthodox
The Rev. Costin Popescu of Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church, 7 Harris St., Newburyport, will lead the Sunday service with Orthros at 8:30 a.m. followed by Divine Liturgy at 9:30 a.m.
Fellowship in Nicholson Hall after the service. To learn more about the Orthodox faith, contact Popescu at the church or drop in on Fridays from 10 a.m. to noon.
St. Basil’s Ministries’ community lunch is served on Mondays at 11 a.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.
To reach the office: 978-465-5757 or agocport@gmail.com. More information: annunciation.ma.goarch.org. and on Facebook, @AnnunciationNewburyport.
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.
For more information, call 978-346-8400.
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.
For more information on the church 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.
First Parish Church
Worship is at 10 a.m. on Sunday at First Parish Church of Newbury, 20 High Road.
Refreshments served downstairs after worship. The food pantry is open Fridays from 3 to 5 p.m.
For more about the church: www.firstparishofnewbury.org.
First Congregational Church of Rowley
First Congregational Church, 175 Main St., Rowley, offers Sunday services at 10 a.m.
For more information about the church: 978-948-3993.
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 on the church: 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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