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Hope Community
Hope Community Church, 11 Hale St., Newburyport, holds a worship service each Sunday at 9:30 a.m.
Children’s programs for various age groups are held simultaneous to the service each Sunday. The service is livestreamed at www.hopenewburyport.com/online.
The current sermon series is called “This is My Story”. On Feb. 23, Pastor Deryk Richenburg will preach “Watch Out”.
For more about the church, visit www.hopenewburyport.com or call the office at 978-463-HOPE.
Belleville Congregational
Belleville Congregational Church, 300 High St., Newburyport, offers Sunday worship with the Rev. Ross Varney in the Fiske chapel at 10 a.m.
Coffee hour will follow the service, which is available on Zoom – visit www.bellevillechurch.org for the link.
Bible Exploration Tuesday afternoons at 12:30 p.m. in the parlor. CODA meets Monday at 7 p.m. – use the Chapel Street entrance.
Mark your calendar for the upcoming Irish concerts by the Teada band on Sunday, March 9 at 2 and 5 p.m.
The thrift shop is open Wednesday and Saturday from 9 a.m. to noon.
Belleville is an open and affirming congregational of the United Church of Christ. “Whoever you are, wherever you are on life’s journey, you are welcome here!” For more information: visit bellevillechurch.org.
FRS Unitarian Universalist
First Religious Society UU, 26 Pleasant St., Newburyport, Sunday worship at 10:30 a.m. with livestream on YouTube. Celebrating its 300th anniversary, 1725-2025.
On Feb. 23, the Rev. Rebecca Bryan will preach about the importance of seeing the horizons in our individual and collective lives and the dangers of losing such vision. The Parish Board will also be sharing updates on how parishioners’ feedback is helping to form the future of the church including the capital campaign and Parish Hall renovations. A Q&A in the Lower Meetinghouse will follow the service.
The Young Church program for children in prekindergarten through eighth grade runs until May. For more information and to register, contact Mara Flynn at mara.flynn@frsuu.org.
For more information about worship services and programs, go to www.frsuu.org, email info@frsuu.org or call 978-465-0602.
Holy Redeemer, Immaculate Conception
The Collaborative Catholic Parishes of Holy Redeemer and Immaculate Conception: Immaculate Conception Church, 42 Green St., Newburyport; Church of the Nativity, 4 Green St., Merrimac; St. Ann Church, 300 Main St., West Newbury.
Weekend Mass schedule: Saturday: 4 p.m., IC; 4 p.m., Nativity; Sunday: 8:30 a.m., Nativity; 9:00 a.m., IC; 10 a.m., St. Ann; 11:30 a.m., IC.
Weekday Mass: 9 a.m., IC, Monday through Friday.
A live-streamed weekly Mass is offered on the church website, www.hriccatholic.org, on Saturday at 4 p.m.
The St. Vincent de Paul Society offers a sit-down supper on Tuesdays from 4:45 to 5:30 p.m. at the Parish Center, 42 Green St., Newburyport. To-go meals are available at 5:30 p.m.
For updates and more information, Facebook: Holy Redeemer – Immaculate Conception Collaborative parishes. Website: hriccatholic.org. X, formerly Twitter: @HRICCatholic. Instagram: HRICCatholic.
Unity on the River
Unity on the River holds a service celebration each Sunday at 10 a.m. at Congregation Ahavas Achim synagogue, 53½ Washington St., Newburyport.
Rev. Denise DeSimone is the speaker on Sunday, Feb. 23. Her message is titled, “Acknowledging, Embracing, and Escalating the Spiritual Energy of the Divine Feminine.”
Every service features inspirational music by the Unity Band and Singers, led by Meg Rayne and Brian Doser.
For more information: www.unityontheriver.org.
Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church
Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church, 7 Harris St., Newburyport, led by the Rev. Costin Popescu, offers Orthros matins at 9 a.m. on Sunday with Divine Liturgy at 10 a.m. with live-streaming.
The Superbowl Sunday fundraiser was postponed again last week and will take place this Sunday. Funds will be raised for the International Orthodox Christian Charities food outreach which is used to feed families in Greece, Lebanon, the Holy Land and throughout the world. The Orthodox discussion group will take place on Monday, Feb. 24 at 7 p.m. The topic is “the Holy Spirit”.
Morning services take place Tuesday and Thursday at 8:45 a.m.
The St. Basil’s Kitchen community lunch program offers takeout and indoor dining on Mondays from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Information about Nicholson Hall and conference room reservations are available on the Nicholson Hall Facebook page or the church website: www.annunciation.ma.goarch. To reach the church office, call 978-465-5757 or email agocport@gmail.com.
Union Congregational
Union Congregational Church, 350 Main St., Point Shore, Amesbury, offers in-person and online worship on Sundays at 10 a.m. with the Rev. Scott Chase.
Communion is on the first Sunday of the month. Assisted listening devices are available.
The church’s dinners are held on the third Saturday of each month from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. Cost is $10. The next dinner will be held on Saturday, March 15.
For more information or to inquire about lighting the steeple in memory or honor of loved ones, call 978-388-0631. Steeple notices, church contact information and Sunday services are available on www.AmesburyUnion.org.
First Church of Christ, Scientist
First Church of Christ, Scientist, One Merrimac St., #4, Newburyport, offers in-person Sunday services from 10 to 11 a.m. and testimony meetings on Wednesday from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m.
The topic of the sermon on Feb. 23 is “Mind”.
To join remotely via Zoom, inquire about Sunday school or for more information, email cschurch.nbpt@gmail.com, call 978-255-1031 or go to www.christiansciencenewburyport.com.
For anyone wanting to explore Christian Science, the church offers the Christian Science Reading Room (bookstore and study room) at 1 Merrimac St., #9, Newburyport. It is open to the community Monday through Saturday, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Or visit a virtual reading room featuring articles on many topics, including spiritual health, world peace and relationships, at www.christiansciencenewburyport.com.
The Christian Science Monitor, an international weekly news magazine, is available at the Reading Room and online daily at www.csmonitor.com. For a free one-month online subscription, go to www.csmonitor.com/freetrial.
Information about Christian Science, as well as times for services at The Mother Church in Boston, is at www.christianscience.com.
People’s United
People’s United Methodist, 64 Purchase St., Newburyport, led by the Rev. Matt Willis-Goode, offers Sunday live in-person worship in the upstairs sanctuary and interactive Zoom worship at 9 a.m. Holy Communion is celebrated the first Sunday of each month.
Zoom information: Meeting link: https://zoom.us/j/98670481140?pwd=YXJnd2JkTmlKeGdKbEt0OXB2NTR6dz09. To join by phone, call: 1-929-205-6099.
On the first Friday of each month, Imagine Studios hosts “Open Mike Night” at People’s UMC. The stage at Hartson Hall is open from 7 to 9 p.m. for musicians, singers, poets, storytellers, and more. All are welcome whether you wish to participate or watch and listen. Coffee and snacks are available.
Every Saturday from 1 to 5 p.m., there is free interactive live music at People’s Cafe on the first-floor stage room of People’s Hartson Hall. They host Jazz from 1 to 3 p.m. and Bluegrass from 3 to 5 p.m. Bring an instrument and join in, or sit and relax with a cup of coffee at a candlelit cafe table while enjoying the jam sessions on the stage. Donations are accepted. On-street parking only.
Drum Circle meets on the third Friday of the month in Hartson Hall at 7 p.m. on the first floor of People’s United Methodist Church. Come and join in the fun. Experience is not necessary.
On Tuesdays, at 11 a.m., all are welcome to join the Angel Gabriel Quilters for quilting and knitting.
The Care Cupboard is open every third Wednesday from noon to 2 p.m. and provides free personal care items such as toothpaste, toothbrushes, diapers, soaps, and shampoo. All are welcome.
“Faith Talks” is an hour of open discussion, focusing on the general topic of Faith. The meeting is held on Wednesdays from 11 a.m. to noon in Hartson Hall and is led by Pastor Matt Willis-Goode. (See above for Zoom link.)
People’s next Dinner Church (Pot Luck) will be held from 5 to 7 p.m. Sunday, March 9. It is held in Hartson Hall, and all are welcome.
Tai Chi, led by Barbara Tindall, meets on Monday mornings from 10 a.m. to noon and on Thursday mornings from 10 to 11:30 a.m. in Hartson Hall. Please park on the street.
If interested in renting a spacious area and stage, Hartson Hall is available. Call the church at 978-465-5145 and leave a message and return number.
For more information: www.peoplesnewburyport.com.
Byfield Parish Church
Byfield Parish Church, 132 Jackman St., Georgetown, led by the Rev. Brent Fugate, offers a worship service Sunday at 10:45 a.m.
The service is also live-streamed on YouTube. Sunday school begins at 9:30 a.m. and a coffee hour starts at 10:15 a.m. For more information: www.byfieldparish.org.
East Parish United Methodist
East Parish United Methodist Church, 8 Lafayette Road, Salisbury, hosts a Sunday service at 10 a.m. The church is a welcoming congregation regardless of any religious affiliation. You may enter through the front doors of the church. The hall is wheelchair accessible, via an elevator.
If you’re unable to attend in person, you can watch live or later on their Facebook page, East Parish UMC in Salisbury.
If you need spiritual support or guidance, you can contact Pastor Milka at 978-465-8940.
Central Congregational
Central Congregational Church UCC, 14 Titcomb St., Newburyport, led by the Rev. Dr. Christopher Ney, offers a worship service Sunday at 10:30 a.m.
Nursery care is available during worship. A hospitality social hour with refreshments follows each Sunday service. Services can also be viewed on Facebook at www.facebook.com/central.church.newburyport/videos.
Communion is shared on the first Sunday of each month.
Sunday school classes begin at 10:30 a.m. Registration is open for the Montessori-inspired Godly Play program for children ages 4 and up, the Grapple curriculum for middle school students and up, and the youth group for high school students.
The weekly community breakfast is Saturday from 8 to 10 a.m.
For more about the church, call 978-465-0533, email info@centralnewburyport.org or visit www.centralnewburyport.org.
The Salvation Army
The Salvation Army, 40 Water St., Newburyport, offers worship on Sunday at 10:30 a.m.
The weekly soup kitchen (sit down or to go) is open Wednesday from 11 to 11:30 a.m. and Thursday from 5 to 5:30 p.m.
Seventh-day Adventist
Seventh-day Adventist Church, 171 Main St, Amesbury, led by Pastor Jeremiah Davis, offers two Sabbath meetings on Saturday.
Bible study for adults at the church begins at 9:30 a.m. with studying the topic of Christian mission. No prior study necessary.
Christian Children’s Program starts at 10 a.m. “Come Join the Treasure Hunt” featuring crafts, games, surprises, singing and stories.
Worship is offered in person at 11 a.m. and can also be seen through live-streaming or later on YouTube. The service includes prayer, praise, scripture and preaching. The children’s program, “Come Join the Treasure Hunt,” begins at 10 a.m. and features crafts, games, surprises, singing and stories.
For more about the church, check www.amesburysda.org, Facebook, Instagram and YouTube, amesburysda.
Armenian Apostolic
The Armenian Apostolic Church at Hye Pointe, 1280 Boston Road, Haverhill, led by the Rev. Fr. Vart Gyozalyan, offers a worship service at 9:30 a.m.
Fellowship follows services. For more information, visit www.hyepointearmernianchurch.org or call 978-372-5688. Email address: armenianchurchathyepointe@verizon.net. On Facebook at The Armenian Apostolic Church at Hye Pointe.
First Congregational, Georgetown
First Congregational Church, 7 Andover St., Georgetown, offers Sunday worship services at 10:30 a.m. led by the Rev. Holly Brauner. Services are also available on Zoom.
For more information, including the Zoom link, visit the website at www.fccgeorgetownma.org, email the church office at churchoffice@fccgeorgetownma.org or call 978-352-8443.
Main Street Congregational
Main Street Congregational, 145 Main St., Amesbury, offers worship on Sunday at 10 a.m. led by the Rev. Joan MacPherson.
The service is also live-streamed on the church’s Facebook page.
Step Up Thrift Shop, adjacent to the church, is open Wednesday from 3 to 6 p.m. and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Donations can be dropped off in the shed 24/7. Proceeds benefit the church’s ministries.
The church office is open Tuesdays through Fridays from 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. and can be reached at officemainstreetucc@gmail.com and 978-388-0982.
Market Street Baptist Church
Market Street Baptist Church, 37 Market St., Amesbury, led by the Rev. Michael John, offers a Sunday worship service at 10 a.m. followed by a coffee hour. The sanctuary is accessible by elevator. Parking is available behind the church and in the BankProv parking lot and in town parking lot on Water Street.
Worship can be viewed on: ACTV Channel 12 on Thursday at 4:30 p.m. and Friday at 9 a.m. and PortMedia Channel 8 on Sunday at 8 a.m. Sermons can be heard on WSEW 88.7 FM at 9 a.m. and WMEK 88.1FM at 1 p.m.
Weekly Bible study: Men meet Tuesday at 7 p.m. in person and on Zoom; women meet Wednesday from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. in person and on Zoom; everyone meets Friday at 2 p.m. on Zoom.
Church office hours: Monday through Wednesday from 9 a.m. to noon and Friday from 9 a.m. to noon. For more information: 978-388-0930; msbcsec@verizon.net; www.MSBCNews.org; Facebook: Market Street Baptist.
Old South Presbyterian
Old South Presbyterian Church, 29 Federal St., Newburyport, offers a Sunday service at 10 a.m. in person and at https://bit.ly/OldSouthYT.
On Feb. 23, the sermon series “Son Stories” continues with the sermon “Children of the Most High” by the Rev. Laurel Cockrill.
The Sunday Sandwiches ministry is held each Sunday from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the church’s School Street entrance.
For more about the church, visit the website, oldsouthnbpt.org, or email admin@oldsouthnbpt.org.
Amesbury Quakers
Amesbury Quakers (Friends) gather in a meeting for worship each Sunday from 10 to 11 a.m. at the Amesbury Friends Meeting House, 120 Friend St.
Worship consists of silent inner listening, with participants sharing as they feel moved to do so.
After the service ends, the group gathers for refreshments and conversation as well as planned discussions. All are welcome.
For more information, go to www.amesburyquakers.org.
St. André Bessette Parish
St. Joseph Church (formerly Holy Family) 2 School St., Amesbury – Weekend Masses: Saturday at 4 p.m. and Sunday at 9:30 a.m.
Star of the Sea Chapel, 141 N. End Blvd. Salisbury – Weekend Masses: Saturday at 6 p.m. and Sunday at 8 a.m. The chapel is open from Memorial Day weekend to October.
Star of the Sea Church 18 Beach Road, Salisbury – Weekend Masses: Saturday at 6 p.m. and Sunday at 8 a.m. The church is open from Columbus Day weekend to May.
Weekday Mass schedule – St. Joseph Church: Monday and Wednesday, 9 a.m.; Star of the Sea Church, Tuesday, 9 a.m.
West Newbury Congregational
West Newbury Congregational Church, led by interim pastor Dr Mateus de Campos, meets for worship on Sundays at 10 a.m. at 308 Main St., West Newbury.
For more information: call 978-363-2673 or email OfficeWNCC@gmail.com.
Trinity United
Trinity United Church, 103 Lafayette Road, Seabrook, offers Sunday worship at 11 a.m. in the church sanctuary.
For more on the church: 603-474-7900 or office@trinityuchurch.com.
Congregation Ahavas Achim
Congregation Ahavas Achim, 53½ Washington St., Newburyport, led by Rabbi Alex Matthews, offers weekly Shabbat services each Saturday at 9 a.m. in person and on Zoom.
Email questions to admin@caa-newburyport.org to receive Zoom links to join services or for more information, or call 978-255-3144 and leave a message.
Groveland Congregational
Groveland Congregational Church, 4 King St., Groveland, offers a Sunday service at 10 a.m.
For more information: www.grovelanducc.org or call 978-372-3463.
Rock Church North Shore
Rock Church North Shore, 58 Macy St., Amesbury, offers indoor in-person weekly worship every Sunday at 9 and 10:30 a.m.
Preregistration required. For more information, go to: www.rock-church.org/live.
The church is also offering a professionally-produced online worship experience every Sunday morning. It is available at https://rockchurchnh.online.church/ at 9 and 10:30 a.m.
St. Paul’s Episcopal
St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, 166 High St., Newburyport, offers a Sunday service of Holy Eucharist at 10 a.m. Child care available.
Services are also available online at 10 a.m. on YouTube Live. Go to the following link about five minutes before the service starts: www.youtube.com/c/StPauls ChurchNewburyportMA/live.
The midweek Eucharist is Wednesday at noon with Bible Study.
Morning prayer is Tuesday through Friday at 8:30 a.m.
A service of Holy Eucharist is offered on the first Saturday of each month, in St. Anna’s Chapel at 4:30 p.m. The next one is Saturday, March 1. It is a contemplative, simple and contemporary Eucharist.
Services can be seen on TV on Channel 8 in Newburyport, Tuesday and Thursday at 9 a.m. and Sunday at 10:30 a.m.; Channel 9 in Newbury on Wednesday at 9 a.m.; and Channel 18 in Salisbury on Wednesday at 9 a.m.
For more on the church: www.stpauls-nbpt.org, 978-465-5351 and stpauls@stpauls-nbpt.org.
St. James Episcopal, Amesbury
St. James Episcopal Church, 120 Main St., Amesbury, holds services on Sunday, 8 a.m., Holy Eucharist, Rite 1; 10 a.m., Holy Eucharist, Rite II with choir and Godly Play Christian Education; hospitality after 10 a.m. service.
For more information: call 978-388-0030, go to www.stjamesamesbury.org, or Facebook: St. James Episcopal Church, Amesbury, Massachusetts.
First Parish Church
First Parish Church, 20 High Road, Newbury, worships in person Sunday at 10 a.m. and also at its Zoom address, bit.ly/fpcnworship, with the Pastor Raymond Henderson.
Anyone without computer access can call #1-929-205-6099 and when prompted, enter ID 82647115553#. When asked for another number, press #.
The food pantry is open Fridays from 12:30 to 5 p.m. for those in need. To receive food, go online the prior Wednesday or Thursday and register at NewburyFoodPantry.org or call 978-358-1077. To donate: Send check payable to First Parish Church of Newbury, 20 High Road, Newbury, MA 01951 and put “food pantry” in the memo.
Food and toiletry donations are accepted Thursdays from 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Needed are toilet paper, paper towels, shampoo, diapers of all sizes, Knorr rice and pasta side dishes, mayonnaise, canned goods, canned tuna, jelly, cereal, and cake, cookie and muffin mixes.
The church’s clothing shed is in the back parking lot for anyone wishing to donate clothing.
First Congregational, Rowley
First Congregational Church of Rowley, 175 Main St., offers Sunday worship led by Reverend Jeffrey MacDonald, in the sanctuary at 9:30 a.m. Services can also be attended via Zoom.
AA meets Saturday at 7 p.m. and Al-Anon on Thursday at 7 p.m. The thrift shop is open Thursday from 3 to 6 p.m. and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
The church hosts a pancake breakfast on the second Saturday of the month. Cost: $10.
For more on the church or the Zoom link: www.firstchurchrowley.org.