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SUMMARY:Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Newburyport School District Meeting \n  \n 
URL:https://www.frsuu.org/event/meeting/
LOCATION:Parish Hall 1st Floor
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Private Rental
ORGANIZER;CN="Cynthia Walsh":MAILTO:cynthia.walsh@frsuu.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241024T121500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241024T133000
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SUMMARY:Afghan Working Group
DESCRIPTION:Meets on the 4th Thursday of the month in LMH Nursery/Conference Room.
URL:https://www.frsuu.org/event/afghan-working-group/2024-10-24/
LOCATION:LMH Nursery/Conf Room
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241026T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241026T163000
DTSTAMP:20260611T185520
CREATED:20240814T233541Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240923T194207Z
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SUMMARY:David Rogers Guitar Concert
DESCRIPTION:Termed\, ‘a prominent guitarist\,’ by the New York Times and praised by The Washington Post for his ‘astonishingly florid’ improvisations\, David Rogers presents an afternoon of Spanish music\, Up-Tempo Latin\, The Beatles\, flashy settings of Pop Songs\, as well as music by J.S. Bach and original compositions. He also tells many stories and jokes about the music. \nAn endorsing artist for Aquila Strings (Italy)\, his music has been featured in major guitar magazines such as Fingerstyle Guitar in the United States and Akustic Gitarre\, in Germany. His solo and ensemble performances have been broadcast on American National Public Radio and Bayrische Rundfunk. \nPlease purchase your tickets on Eventbrite here.
URL:https://www.frsuu.org/event/david-rogers-guitar-concert/
LOCATION:FRS Sanctuary\, 26 Pleasant St\, Newburyport\, MA\, 01950\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241112T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241112T200000
DTSTAMP:20260611T185520
CREATED:20241023T202810Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241106T194418Z
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SUMMARY:Master Your Mind: Unlocking the Path to Spiritual Awakening and Personal Evolution
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday\, November 12\, Lower Meetinghouse\, 6:30-8pm. Join us for an inspiring evening with Manny Muros\, as he shares his 30-year spiritual journey and introduces The Mind Overlay Transformational Program\, a powerful system he created to unlock personal and spiritual evolution. \nMaster Your Mind: Unlocking the Path to Spiritual Awakening and Personal Evolution \nThrough the integration of metaphysical yogic teachings\, meditations\, and devotional practices\, Manny will guide us towards a deeper understanding of what it truly means to “be human.” Learn how to embrace the peace and joy that is your birthright. \nManny’s work—embodied in his Mind Overlay Transformational Program\, his transformative books\, and his immersive group trainings and retreats—has helped countless individuals live with purpose\, love\, and joy. He simplifies complex spiritual concepts\, making them accessible and relevant to modern life. \nIn this talk\, Manny will share his insights from decades of dedicated practice in yoga\, meditation\, and sacred wisdom traditions\, and show you how to awaken your soul’s potential and bring balance to your everyday existence. \nThis is more than just a talk—it’s an invitation to a life-altering journey toward authentic self-expression\, personal growth\, and spiritual awakening. Don’t miss this opportunity to transform your life from within! \nThere in no charge for this program. Please RSVP here!
URL:https://www.frsuu.org/event/master-your-mind-unlocking-the-path-to-spiritual-awakening-and-personal-evolution/
LOCATION:LMH Main Room\, 26 Pleasant St\, Newburyport\, MA\, 01950\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Spiritual Development
ORGANIZER;CN="Cynthia Walsh":MAILTO:cynthia.walsh@frsuu.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241118T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241118T130000
DTSTAMP:20260611T185520
CREATED:20241104T185459Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250611T182617Z
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SUMMARY:Maker Mondays: Craft Circle with Rev. Laurel
DESCRIPTION:First and third Mondays\, LMH Nursery/Conference Room\, 11am-1pm. Join Rev. Laurel for our Maker Monday offering during lunch hour on the first and third Monday of each month. Bring a creative project\, start a new hobby and connect with other makers in our FRS community. Invite a friend if you feel called\, and bring a lunch if you prefer. All are welcome. \n 
URL:https://www.frsuu.org/event/maker-monday-craft-circle-with-rev-laurel/2024-11-18/
LOCATION:LMH Nursery/Conf Room
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241119T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241119T130000
DTSTAMP:20260611T185520
CREATED:20240802T132707Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250817T201920Z
UID:39859-1732017600-1732021200@www.frsuu.org
SUMMARY:Short Story Group
DESCRIPTION:The Tuesday Short Story Group meets on the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays of the month\, LMH Room A\, noon. \nFor more information please visit: https://www.frsuu.org/short-story-group/
URL:https://www.frsuu.org/event/tuesday-short-story-group-2/2024-11-19/
LOCATION:LMH Room A\, 26 Pleasant St\, Newburyport\, MA\, 01950\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Tom Himmel":MAILTO:thimmel43@mac.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241122T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241122T190000
DTSTAMP:20260611T185520
CREATED:20241011T123425Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241121T205924Z
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SUMMARY:Rummage Sale (Friday)
DESCRIPTION:Parish Hall 1st Floor\, Friday\, November 22\, 3-7pm.
URL:https://www.frsuu.org/event/fall-rummage-sale/
LOCATION:Parish Hall 1st Floor
CATEGORIES:Community Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Cynthia Walsh":MAILTO:cynthia.walsh@frsuu.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241123T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241123T160000
DTSTAMP:20260611T185520
CREATED:20241121T210039Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241121T210156Z
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SUMMARY:Rummage Sale (Saturday)
DESCRIPTION:Parish Hall 1st Floor – Saturday\, November 23\, 9am-4pm
URL:https://www.frsuu.org/event/rummage-sale-saturday/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241129T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241129T170000
DTSTAMP:20260611T185520
CREATED:20240925T152642Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241121T232031Z
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SUMMARY:Holiday Bazaar
DESCRIPTION:NAAM Artisan’s 2nd Annual Holiday Pop Up Market Friday\, November 29 and Saturday\, November 30 in the Lower Meetinghouse featuring handcrafted items for everyone \nFriday: 11am-5pm \nSaturday: 10am-4pm
URL:https://www.frsuu.org/event/holiday-bazaar/2024-11-29/
LOCATION:LMH Main Room\, 26 Pleasant St\, Newburyport\, MA\, 01950\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Cynthia Walsh":MAILTO:cynthia.walsh@frsuu.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241130T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241130T160000
DTSTAMP:20260611T185520
CREATED:20240925T152642Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240925T152642Z
UID:42883-1732960800-1732982400@www.frsuu.org
SUMMARY:Holiday Bazaar
DESCRIPTION:NAAM Artisan’s 2nd Annual Holiday Pop Up Market Friday\, November 29 and Saturday\, November 30 in the Lower Meetinghouse featuring handcrafted items for everyone \nFriday: 11am-5pm \nSaturday: 10am-4pm
URL:https://www.frsuu.org/event/holiday-bazaar/2024-11-30/
LOCATION:LMH Main Room\, 26 Pleasant St\, Newburyport\, MA\, 01950\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Cynthia Walsh":MAILTO:cynthia.walsh@frsuu.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241202T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241202T130000
DTSTAMP:20260611T185520
CREATED:20241104T185459Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250611T182625Z
UID:43819-1733137200-1733144400@www.frsuu.org
SUMMARY:Maker Mondays: Craft Circle with Rev. Laurel
DESCRIPTION:First and third Mondays\, LMH Nursery/Conference Room\, 11am-1pm. Join Rev. Laurel for our Maker Monday offering during lunch hour on the first and third Monday of each month. Bring a creative project\, start a new hobby and connect with other makers in our FRS community. Invite a friend if you feel called\, and bring a lunch if you prefer. All are welcome. \n 
URL:https://www.frsuu.org/event/maker-monday-craft-circle-with-rev-laurel/2024-12-02/
LOCATION:LMH Nursery/Conf Room
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241203T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241203T130000
DTSTAMP:20260611T185520
CREATED:20240802T132707Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250817T201921Z
UID:39470-1733227200-1733230800@www.frsuu.org
SUMMARY:Short Story Group
DESCRIPTION:The Tuesday Short Story Group meets on the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays of the month\, LMH Room A\, noon. \nFor more information please visit: https://www.frsuu.org/short-story-group/
URL:https://www.frsuu.org/event/tuesday-short-story-group-2/2024-12-03/
LOCATION:LMH Room A\, 26 Pleasant St\, Newburyport\, MA\, 01950\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Tom Himmel":MAILTO:thimmel43@mac.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241208T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241208T123000
DTSTAMP:20260611T185520
CREATED:20241028T191431Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241106T192829Z
UID:42380-1733657400-1733661000@www.frsuu.org
SUMMARY:300th Anniversary Book Launch
DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, December 8\, 11:30am\, Parish Hall 1st Floor. Come celebrate the launch of the official 300th Anniversary commemorative book. Join us after church for coffee and a chance to purchase the book.
URL:https://www.frsuu.org/event/300th-anniversary-book-launch/
LOCATION:Parish Hall 1st Floor
CATEGORIES:300th Anniversary,Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241213T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241213T200000
DTSTAMP:20260611T185520
CREATED:20241011T183539Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241011T183540Z
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SUMMARY:Cookie Walk
DESCRIPTION:Stop by FRS during Newburyport’s Holiday Invitation Nights on December 13th to enjoy the cookie walk and historic church tours! Activities will run from 4pm – 8pm. \nShoppers can choose from a large assortment of holiday cookies\, which are $3 for a bag of three cookies. Buy four bags and get a fifth one for free. \nVisitors can take tours of the church built in 1801 and praised as a fine example of New England’s Federalist-style churches. The 20-minute tours will start every 15 minutes\, with the last tour at 7:30pm. Donations are welcome.
URL:https://www.frsuu.org/event/cookie-walk/
LOCATION:Lower Meetinghouse\, 26 Pleasant St\, Newburyport\, MA\, 01950\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241216T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241216T130000
DTSTAMP:20260611T185520
CREATED:20241104T185459Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250611T182626Z
UID:43820-1734346800-1734354000@www.frsuu.org
SUMMARY:Maker Mondays: Craft Circle with Rev. Laurel
DESCRIPTION:First and third Mondays\, LMH Nursery/Conference Room\, 11am-1pm. Join Rev. Laurel for our Maker Monday offering during lunch hour on the first and third Monday of each month. Bring a creative project\, start a new hobby and connect with other makers in our FRS community. Invite a friend if you feel called\, and bring a lunch if you prefer. All are welcome. \n 
URL:https://www.frsuu.org/event/maker-monday-craft-circle-with-rev-laurel/2024-12-16/
LOCATION:LMH Nursery/Conf Room
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241217T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241217T130000
DTSTAMP:20260611T185520
CREATED:20240802T132707Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250817T201922Z
UID:39860-1734436800-1734440400@www.frsuu.org
SUMMARY:Short Story Group
DESCRIPTION:The Tuesday Short Story Group meets on the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays of the month\, LMH Room A\, noon. \nFor more information please visit: https://www.frsuu.org/short-story-group/
URL:https://www.frsuu.org/event/tuesday-short-story-group-2/2024-12-17/
LOCATION:LMH Room A\, 26 Pleasant St\, Newburyport\, MA\, 01950\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Tom Himmel":MAILTO:thimmel43@mac.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241219T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241219T130000
DTSTAMP:20260611T185520
CREATED:20241126T190432Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241218T214425Z
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SUMMARY:Serenity in the Sanctuary
DESCRIPTION:Join us for short programs of poetry\, guided meditation\, silent meditation\, and blessings. Take refuge in reflection\, centering practices\, and silence. Let’s remember what is important\, true\, and lasting and be in community. Join us for short programs of poetry\, guided meditation\, silent meditation\, and blessings. Take refuge in reflection\, centering practices\, and silence. Let’s remember what is important\, true\, and lasting and be in community. \nPeace Within\, Peace Without ;  When: Thursday\, December 19 – Tuesday\, December 24 (excluding 12/22) 12pm in the Sanctuary \nTHURSDAY 12/19: Nick Place Music Service: Be Where You Are \n“Letting go gives us freedom\, and freedom is the only condition for happiness.” Can we take this teaching of Buddhist teacher Thich Nhat Hanh and free ourselves of all that takes us away from our own spiritual centers? Letting go of expectations imposed by others or by ourselves\, can we settle into the peace and harmony that are always available in our own hearts? \nFRIDAY 12/20: Rev. Rebecca Bryan Blue Christmas Service \nThe holidays can be difficult times for many of us\, even as they are joyful. Join Rev. Rebecca in a simple and warm service for us to come together to find peace in challenging times. This gentle time will offer comfort to your heart and peace for your nostalgic or busy mind. \nSATURDAY 12/21 Rev. Stan Barrett What Are We Waiting for? \nWhat are we waiting for? And from where do we expect it to come? We’ll mediate on three “directions” toward the divine as we imagine and experience it\, toward ourselves/our own inwardness\, and toward a human face in which we somehow see eternity. “O Come\, O Come.” \nNo offering 12/22 \nMONDAY 12/23 Barbara Dowd and Carolyn Davis – local Buddhist practice leaders ‘Tis the Season…for Lovingkindness \nMetta\, or Lovingkindness\, in Buddhism describes a way of being in the world with a mind abiding in boundless kindness and all-inclusive friendliness. We will explore the traditional Buddhist practice of offering lovingkindness to ourselves and others. With the busyness and stress of the holidays\, this healing practice helps refocus our minds and hearts to befriend ourselves and others with gentleness\, ease\, and care. \nTUESDAY 12/24 Rev. Jane Tuohy Open to Receiving Spiritual Gifts? \nIs there an invitation for you this holiday season to shift from gift giver and “the one who prepares for the holiday” to being a receiver of spiritual gifts? What spiritual gifts are being offered to us should we open ourselves to making this inner shift?
URL:https://www.frsuu.org/event/serenity-in-the-sanctuary/2024-12-19/
LOCATION:FRS Sanctuary\, 26 Pleasant St\, Newburyport\, MA\, 01950\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241220T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241220T130000
DTSTAMP:20260611T185520
CREATED:20241126T190432Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241218T214426Z
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SUMMARY:Serenity in the Sanctuary
DESCRIPTION:Join us for short programs of poetry\, guided meditation\, silent meditation\, and blessings. Take refuge in reflection\, centering practices\, and silence. Let’s remember what is important\, true\, and lasting and be in community. Join us for short programs of poetry\, guided meditation\, silent meditation\, and blessings. Take refuge in reflection\, centering practices\, and silence. Let’s remember what is important\, true\, and lasting and be in community. \nPeace Within\, Peace Without ;  When: Thursday\, December 19 – Tuesday\, December 24 (excluding 12/22) 12pm in the Sanctuary \nTHURSDAY 12/19: Nick Place Music Service: Be Where You Are \n“Letting go gives us freedom\, and freedom is the only condition for happiness.” Can we take this teaching of Buddhist teacher Thich Nhat Hanh and free ourselves of all that takes us away from our own spiritual centers? Letting go of expectations imposed by others or by ourselves\, can we settle into the peace and harmony that are always available in our own hearts? \nFRIDAY 12/20: Rev. Rebecca Bryan Blue Christmas Service \nThe holidays can be difficult times for many of us\, even as they are joyful. Join Rev. Rebecca in a simple and warm service for us to come together to find peace in challenging times. This gentle time will offer comfort to your heart and peace for your nostalgic or busy mind. \nSATURDAY 12/21 Rev. Stan Barrett What Are We Waiting for? \nWhat are we waiting for? And from where do we expect it to come? We’ll mediate on three “directions” toward the divine as we imagine and experience it\, toward ourselves/our own inwardness\, and toward a human face in which we somehow see eternity. “O Come\, O Come.” \nNo offering 12/22 \nMONDAY 12/23 Barbara Dowd and Carolyn Davis – local Buddhist practice leaders ‘Tis the Season…for Lovingkindness \nMetta\, or Lovingkindness\, in Buddhism describes a way of being in the world with a mind abiding in boundless kindness and all-inclusive friendliness. We will explore the traditional Buddhist practice of offering lovingkindness to ourselves and others. With the busyness and stress of the holidays\, this healing practice helps refocus our minds and hearts to befriend ourselves and others with gentleness\, ease\, and care. \nTUESDAY 12/24 Rev. Jane Tuohy Open to Receiving Spiritual Gifts? \nIs there an invitation for you this holiday season to shift from gift giver and “the one who prepares for the holiday” to being a receiver of spiritual gifts? What spiritual gifts are being offered to us should we open ourselves to making this inner shift?
URL:https://www.frsuu.org/event/serenity-in-the-sanctuary/2024-12-20/
LOCATION:FRS Sanctuary\, 26 Pleasant St\, Newburyport\, MA\, 01950\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241222T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241222T130000
DTSTAMP:20260611T185520
CREATED:20241126T190432Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241126T190432Z
UID:43326-1734868800-1734872400@www.frsuu.org
SUMMARY:Serenity in the Sanctuary
DESCRIPTION:Join us for short programs of poetry\, guided meditation\, silent meditation\, and blessings. Take refuge in reflection\, centering practices\, and silence. Let’s remember what is important\, true\, and lasting and be in community. Join us for short programs of poetry\, guided meditation\, silent meditation\, and blessings. Take refuge in reflection\, centering practices\, and silence. Let’s remember what is important\, true\, and lasting and be in community. \nPeace Within\, Peace Without ;  When: Thursday\, December 19 – Tuesday\, December 24 (excluding 12/22) 12pm in the Sanctuary \nTHURSDAY 12/19: Nick Place Music Service: Be Where You Are \n“Letting go gives us freedom\, and freedom is the only condition for happiness.” Can we take this teaching of Buddhist teacher Thich Nhat Hanh and free ourselves of all that takes us away from our own spiritual centers? Letting go of expectations imposed by others or by ourselves\, can we settle into the peace and harmony that are always available in our own hearts? \nFRIDAY 12/20: Rev. Rebecca Bryan Blue Christmas Service \nThe holidays can be difficult times for many of us\, even as they are joyful. Join Rev. Rebecca in a simple and warm service for us to come together to find peace in challenging times. This gentle time will offer comfort to your heart and peace for your nostalgic or busy mind. \nSATURDAY 12/21 Rev. Stan Barrett What Are We Waiting for? \nWhat are we waiting for? And from where do we expect it to come? We’ll mediate on three “directions” toward the divine as we imagine and experience it\, toward ourselves/our own inwardness\, and toward a human face in which we somehow see eternity. “O Come\, O Come.” \nNo offering 12/22 \nMONDAY 12/23 Barbara Dowd and Carolyn Davis – local Buddhist practice leaders ‘Tis the Season…for Lovingkindness \nMetta\, or Lovingkindness\, in Buddhism describes a way of being in the world with a mind abiding in boundless kindness and all-inclusive friendliness. We will explore the traditional Buddhist practice of offering lovingkindness to ourselves and others. With the busyness and stress of the holidays\, this healing practice helps refocus our minds and hearts to befriend ourselves and others with gentleness\, ease\, and care. \nTUESDAY 12/24 Rev. Jane Tuohy Open to Receiving Spiritual Gifts? \nIs there an invitation for you this holiday season to shift from gift giver and “the one who prepares for the holiday” to being a receiver of spiritual gifts? What spiritual gifts are being offered to us should we open ourselves to making this inner shift?
URL:https://www.frsuu.org/event/serenity-in-the-sanctuary/2024-12-22/
LOCATION:FRS Sanctuary\, 26 Pleasant St\, Newburyport\, MA\, 01950\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241223T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241223T130000
DTSTAMP:20260611T185521
CREATED:20241126T190432Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241218T214427Z
UID:42945-1734955200-1734958800@www.frsuu.org
SUMMARY:Serenity in the Sanctuary
DESCRIPTION:Join us for short programs of poetry\, guided meditation\, silent meditation\, and blessings. Take refuge in reflection\, centering practices\, and silence. Let’s remember what is important\, true\, and lasting and be in community. Join us for short programs of poetry\, guided meditation\, silent meditation\, and blessings. Take refuge in reflection\, centering practices\, and silence. Let’s remember what is important\, true\, and lasting and be in community. \nPeace Within\, Peace Without ;  When: Thursday\, December 19 – Tuesday\, December 24 (excluding 12/22) 12pm in the Sanctuary \nTHURSDAY 12/19: Nick Place Music Service: Be Where You Are \n“Letting go gives us freedom\, and freedom is the only condition for happiness.” Can we take this teaching of Buddhist teacher Thich Nhat Hanh and free ourselves of all that takes us away from our own spiritual centers? Letting go of expectations imposed by others or by ourselves\, can we settle into the peace and harmony that are always available in our own hearts? \nFRIDAY 12/20: Rev. Rebecca Bryan Blue Christmas Service \nThe holidays can be difficult times for many of us\, even as they are joyful. Join Rev. Rebecca in a simple and warm service for us to come together to find peace in challenging times. This gentle time will offer comfort to your heart and peace for your nostalgic or busy mind. \nSATURDAY 12/21 Rev. Stan Barrett What Are We Waiting for? \nWhat are we waiting for? And from where do we expect it to come? We’ll mediate on three “directions” toward the divine as we imagine and experience it\, toward ourselves/our own inwardness\, and toward a human face in which we somehow see eternity. “O Come\, O Come.” \nNo offering 12/22 \nMONDAY 12/23 Barbara Dowd and Carolyn Davis – local Buddhist practice leaders ‘Tis the Season…for Lovingkindness \nMetta\, or Lovingkindness\, in Buddhism describes a way of being in the world with a mind abiding in boundless kindness and all-inclusive friendliness. We will explore the traditional Buddhist practice of offering lovingkindness to ourselves and others. With the busyness and stress of the holidays\, this healing practice helps refocus our minds and hearts to befriend ourselves and others with gentleness\, ease\, and care. \nTUESDAY 12/24 Rev. Jane Tuohy Open to Receiving Spiritual Gifts? \nIs there an invitation for you this holiday season to shift from gift giver and “the one who prepares for the holiday” to being a receiver of spiritual gifts? What spiritual gifts are being offered to us should we open ourselves to making this inner shift?
URL:https://www.frsuu.org/event/serenity-in-the-sanctuary/2024-12-23/
LOCATION:FRS Sanctuary\, 26 Pleasant St\, Newburyport\, MA\, 01950\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241224T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241224T130000
DTSTAMP:20260611T185521
CREATED:20241126T190432Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241218T214427Z
UID:42946-1735041600-1735045200@www.frsuu.org
SUMMARY:Serenity in the Sanctuary
DESCRIPTION:Join us for short programs of poetry\, guided meditation\, silent meditation\, and blessings. Take refuge in reflection\, centering practices\, and silence. Let’s remember what is important\, true\, and lasting and be in community. Join us for short programs of poetry\, guided meditation\, silent meditation\, and blessings. Take refuge in reflection\, centering practices\, and silence. Let’s remember what is important\, true\, and lasting and be in community. \nPeace Within\, Peace Without ;  When: Thursday\, December 19 – Tuesday\, December 24 (excluding 12/22) 12pm in the Sanctuary \nTHURSDAY 12/19: Nick Place Music Service: Be Where You Are \n“Letting go gives us freedom\, and freedom is the only condition for happiness.” Can we take this teaching of Buddhist teacher Thich Nhat Hanh and free ourselves of all that takes us away from our own spiritual centers? Letting go of expectations imposed by others or by ourselves\, can we settle into the peace and harmony that are always available in our own hearts? \nFRIDAY 12/20: Rev. Rebecca Bryan Blue Christmas Service \nThe holidays can be difficult times for many of us\, even as they are joyful. Join Rev. Rebecca in a simple and warm service for us to come together to find peace in challenging times. This gentle time will offer comfort to your heart and peace for your nostalgic or busy mind. \nSATURDAY 12/21 Rev. Stan Barrett What Are We Waiting for? \nWhat are we waiting for? And from where do we expect it to come? We’ll mediate on three “directions” toward the divine as we imagine and experience it\, toward ourselves/our own inwardness\, and toward a human face in which we somehow see eternity. “O Come\, O Come.” \nNo offering 12/22 \nMONDAY 12/23 Barbara Dowd and Carolyn Davis – local Buddhist practice leaders ‘Tis the Season…for Lovingkindness \nMetta\, or Lovingkindness\, in Buddhism describes a way of being in the world with a mind abiding in boundless kindness and all-inclusive friendliness. We will explore the traditional Buddhist practice of offering lovingkindness to ourselves and others. With the busyness and stress of the holidays\, this healing practice helps refocus our minds and hearts to befriend ourselves and others with gentleness\, ease\, and care. \nTUESDAY 12/24 Rev. Jane Tuohy Open to Receiving Spiritual Gifts? \nIs there an invitation for you this holiday season to shift from gift giver and “the one who prepares for the holiday” to being a receiver of spiritual gifts? What spiritual gifts are being offered to us should we open ourselves to making this inner shift?
URL:https://www.frsuu.org/event/serenity-in-the-sanctuary/2024-12-24/
LOCATION:FRS Sanctuary\, 26 Pleasant St\, Newburyport\, MA\, 01950\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241226T121500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241226T133000
DTSTAMP:20260611T185521
CREATED:20240614T154501Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240926T155453Z
UID:39709-1735215300-1735219800@www.frsuu.org
SUMMARY:Afghan Working Group
DESCRIPTION:Meets on the 4th Thursday of the month in LMH Nursery/Conference Room.
URL:https://www.frsuu.org/event/afghan-working-group/2024-12-26/
LOCATION:LMH Nursery/Conf Room
CATEGORIES:Community Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250105
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250106
DTSTAMP:20260611T185521
CREATED:20240820T144317Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240820T144317Z
UID:39851-1736035200-1736121599@www.frsuu.org
SUMMARY:300th Anniversary Kickoff: Save the Date
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.frsuu.org/event/300th-anniversary-kickoff-save-the-date/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Community Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250106T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250106T130000
DTSTAMP:20260611T185521
CREATED:20241104T185459Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250611T182626Z
UID:43821-1736161200-1736168400@www.frsuu.org
SUMMARY:Maker Mondays: Craft Circle with Rev. Laurel
DESCRIPTION:First and third Mondays\, LMH Nursery/Conference Room\, 11am-1pm. Join Rev. Laurel for our Maker Monday offering during lunch hour on the first and third Monday of each month. Bring a creative project\, start a new hobby and connect with other makers in our FRS community. Invite a friend if you feel called\, and bring a lunch if you prefer. All are welcome. \n 
URL:https://www.frsuu.org/event/maker-monday-craft-circle-with-rev-laurel/2025-01-06/
LOCATION:LMH Nursery/Conf Room
CATEGORIES:Community Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250107T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250107T130000
DTSTAMP:20260611T185521
CREATED:20240802T132707Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250817T201922Z
UID:39471-1736251200-1736254800@www.frsuu.org
SUMMARY:Short Story Group
DESCRIPTION:The Tuesday Short Story Group meets on the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays of the month\, LMH Room A\, noon. \nFor more information please visit: https://www.frsuu.org/short-story-group/
URL:https://www.frsuu.org/event/tuesday-short-story-group-2/2025-01-07/
LOCATION:LMH Room A\, 26 Pleasant St\, Newburyport\, MA\, 01950\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Tom Himmel":MAILTO:thimmel43@mac.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250121T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250121T130000
DTSTAMP:20260611T185521
CREATED:20240802T132707Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250817T201923Z
UID:39861-1737460800-1737464400@www.frsuu.org
SUMMARY:Short Story Group
DESCRIPTION:The Tuesday Short Story Group meets on the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays of the month\, LMH Room A\, noon. \nFor more information please visit: https://www.frsuu.org/short-story-group/
URL:https://www.frsuu.org/event/tuesday-short-story-group-2/2025-01-21/
LOCATION:LMH Room A\, 26 Pleasant St\, Newburyport\, MA\, 01950\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Tom Himmel":MAILTO:thimmel43@mac.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250123T121500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250123T133000
DTSTAMP:20260611T185521
CREATED:20240614T154501Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240614T154501Z
UID:41682-1737634500-1737639000@www.frsuu.org
SUMMARY:Afghan Working Group
DESCRIPTION:Meets on the 4th Thursday of the month in LMH Nursery/Conference Room.
URL:https://www.frsuu.org/event/afghan-working-group/2025-01-23/
LOCATION:LMH Nursery/Conf Room
CATEGORIES:Community Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250203T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250203T130000
DTSTAMP:20260611T185521
CREATED:20241104T185459Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250611T182626Z
UID:43822-1738580400-1738587600@www.frsuu.org
SUMMARY:Maker Mondays: Craft Circle with Rev. Laurel
DESCRIPTION:First and third Mondays\, LMH Nursery/Conference Room\, 11am-1pm. Join Rev. Laurel for our Maker Monday offering during lunch hour on the first and third Monday of each month. Bring a creative project\, start a new hobby and connect with other makers in our FRS community. Invite a friend if you feel called\, and bring a lunch if you prefer. All are welcome. \n 
URL:https://www.frsuu.org/event/maker-monday-craft-circle-with-rev-laurel/2025-02-03/
LOCATION:LMH Nursery/Conf Room
CATEGORIES:Community Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250204T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250204T130000
DTSTAMP:20260611T185521
CREATED:20240802T132707Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250817T201924Z
UID:39472-1738670400-1738674000@www.frsuu.org
SUMMARY:Short Story Group
DESCRIPTION:The Tuesday Short Story Group meets on the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays of the month\, LMH Room A\, noon. \nFor more information please visit: https://www.frsuu.org/short-story-group/
URL:https://www.frsuu.org/event/tuesday-short-story-group-2/2025-02-04/
LOCATION:LMH Room A\, 26 Pleasant St\, Newburyport\, MA\, 01950\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Tom Himmel":MAILTO:thimmel43@mac.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250217T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250217T130000
DTSTAMP:20260611T185521
CREATED:20241104T185459Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250611T182627Z
UID:43823-1739790000-1739797200@www.frsuu.org
SUMMARY:Maker Mondays: Craft Circle with Rev. Laurel
DESCRIPTION:First and third Mondays\, LMH Nursery/Conference Room\, 11am-1pm. Join Rev. Laurel for our Maker Monday offering during lunch hour on the first and third Monday of each month. Bring a creative project\, start a new hobby and connect with other makers in our FRS community. Invite a friend if you feel called\, and bring a lunch if you prefer. All are welcome. \n 
URL:https://www.frsuu.org/event/maker-monday-craft-circle-with-rev-laurel/2025-02-17/
LOCATION:LMH Nursery/Conf Room
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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