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SUMMARY:Adult Children of Alcoholics
DESCRIPTION:Meets in the Hayward Room
URL:https://www.frsuu.org/event/adult-children-of-alcoholics-3/2024-12-30/
LOCATION:Hayward Room\, 26 Pleasant St\, Newburyport\, MA\, 01950\, United States
CATEGORIES:Recovery
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241230T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241230T193000
DTSTAMP:20260505T013810
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SUMMARY:Monday Evening Meditation (In Person)
DESCRIPTION:Monday Night Meditation at 6:30pm in Lower Meeting House (enter via Unicorn Street entrance). These weekly sessions are led by Joyce Haydock\, Senior Dharma Teacher with the International Kwan Um School of Zen. She has been with the school since 1989. This FRSUU Monday group was established over ten years ago. Our sessions consist of two or three chants\, two readings/teachings and 30 minutes of sitting meditation. Beginners are welcome. \nContact Joyce at 978-363-5457 or email joycehaydock@outlook.com to be added to our list and receive access information. \n  \n 
URL:https://www.frsuu.org/event/monday-evening-meditation-in-person/2024-12-30/
LOCATION:Lower Meetinghouse\, 26 Pleasant St\, Newburyport\, MA\, 01950\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Joyce Haydock":MAILTO:joycehaydock@outlook.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241229T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241229T113000
DTSTAMP:20260505T013810
CREATED:20241202T215915Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241202T215915Z
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SUMMARY:Gong Meditation and Relaxation Service
DESCRIPTION:Zach Field returns to FRS for the annual Gong Meditation and Relaxation service to help us bring in the new year with peace and calm. The soothing sounds of pitched gongs distract the mind as Zach leads us in meditation. Zach’s percussion studio and music school\, ZFDM\, is located at the Tannery in Newburyport. \n10:30am\, in-person and on YouTube
URL:https://www.frsuu.org/event/gong-meditation-and-relaxation-service/
LOCATION:FRS Sanctuary\, 26 Pleasant St\, Newburyport\, MA\, 01950\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music,Worship
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241229T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241229T113000
DTSTAMP:20260505T013810
CREATED:20240814T231615Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250507T211952Z
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SUMMARY:Young Church
DESCRIPTION:Young Church is for children up through 8th grade. Children sit with their families for the beginning of worship service (about 15 minutes)\, and then head downstairs to the Lower Meetinghouse with volunteers and the Director of Youth and Children’s Ministry\, Mara Flynn. \nWe offer nursery care for children under age 5 – and “littles” are also welcome to join us in Young Church with a parent/guardian in attendance. \nOur Young Church programming engages and allows our K-8th grade children to experience and create meaningful connection through: \n\nRitual\, stories\, crafts\, games and joyful community building\nSpecial guests\, activities and projects that support curiosity and spiritual growth\nExplorations of the 7 UU Principles and social justice engagement\n\nIf your child will be attending\, please fill out our registration form HERE \nQuestions? Email Mara Flynn\, Director of Youth and Children’s Ministry at mara.flynn@frsuu.org.
URL:https://www.frsuu.org/event/young-church-2/2024-12-29/
LOCATION:LMH Main Room\, 26 Pleasant St\, Newburyport\, MA\, 01950\, United States
CATEGORIES:Worship
ORGANIZER;CN="Mara Flynn":MAILTO:mara.flynn@frsuu.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241229T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241229T113000
DTSTAMP:20260505T013810
CREATED:20240819T154433Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240906T190642Z
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SUMMARY:Reserved for Nursery
DESCRIPTION:Reserved from 10:00am-11:30am
URL:https://www.frsuu.org/event/reserved-for-nursery/2024-12-29/
LOCATION:LMH Main Room\, 26 Pleasant St\, Newburyport\, MA\, 01950\, United States
CATEGORIES:Room Reservations
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241227T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241227T193000
DTSTAMP:20260505T013810
CREATED:20240906T220128Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240906T220128Z
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SUMMARY:SMART Recovery (Contact: 678-378-0786)
DESCRIPTION:Meets weekly on Friday
URL:https://www.frsuu.org/event/smart-recovery-contact-678-378-0786-3/2024-12-27/
LOCATION:Hayward Room\, 26 Pleasant St\, Newburyport\, MA\, 01950\, United States
CATEGORIES:Recovery
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241227T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241227T170000
DTSTAMP:20260505T013810
CREATED:20241008T151939Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241009T180022Z
UID:41878-1735315200-1735318800@www.frsuu.org
SUMMARY:Reserved for Piano Practice
DESCRIPTION:Gay Pearson piano practice\, every Friday\, 4-5pm\, Sanctuary
URL:https://www.frsuu.org/event/reserved-for-piano-rehearsal-2/2024-12-27/
LOCATION:FRS Sanctuary\, 26 Pleasant St\, Newburyport\, MA\, 01950\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241227T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241227T113000
DTSTAMP:20260505T013810
CREATED:20240607T153804Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251224T212303Z
UID:38334-1735293600-1735299000@www.frsuu.org
SUMMARY:Friday Book Group (Hybrid)
DESCRIPTION:Fridays\, LMH Room A\, 10-11:30am. \nWe meet weekly and read both fiction and non-fiction books chosen by participants. Each book is read and discussed over a period of several meetings\, with the reading for each determined by the group.
URL:https://www.frsuu.org/event/friday-book-group/2024-12-27/
LOCATION:LMH Room A\, 26 Pleasant St\, Newburyport\, MA\, 01950\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241226T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241226T203000
DTSTAMP:20260505T013810
CREATED:20240830T152934Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250527T194033Z
UID:40040-1735239600-1735245000@www.frsuu.org
SUMMARY:Adult Choir
DESCRIPTION:Thursdays\, LMH Main Room\, 7-8:30pm
URL:https://www.frsuu.org/event/adult-choir/2024-12-26/
LOCATION:LMH Main Room\, 26 Pleasant St\, Newburyport\, MA\, 01950\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241226T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241226T160000
DTSTAMP:20260505T013810
CREATED:20241008T151729Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241022T135144Z
UID:41839-1735221600-1735228800@www.frsuu.org
SUMMARY:Reserved for Piano Practice
DESCRIPTION:Thursdays\, Sanctuary\, 2-4pm\, Gay Pearson
URL:https://www.frsuu.org/event/reserved-for-piano-rehearsal/2024-12-26/
LOCATION:FRS Sanctuary\, 26 Pleasant St\, Newburyport\, MA\, 01950\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241226T121500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241226T133000
DTSTAMP:20260505T013810
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
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241225T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241225T193000
DTSTAMP:20260505T013810
CREATED:20240614T154042Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250116T170854Z
UID:38873-1735149600-1735155000@www.frsuu.org
SUMMARY:Big Book Step Study
DESCRIPTION:Meets in the Hayward Room
URL:https://www.frsuu.org/event/big-book-step-study-3/2024-12-25/
LOCATION:Hayward Room\, 26 Pleasant St\, Newburyport\, MA\, 01950\, United States
CATEGORIES:Recovery
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241224T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241224T203000
DTSTAMP:20260505T013810
CREATED:20240614T153418Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251007T183715Z
UID:40469-1735066800-1735072200@www.frsuu.org
SUMMARY:Alcoholic Anonymous Step Sisters
DESCRIPTION:Contact 508-215-9469; meets in the Parish Hall as of 10/7/25.
URL:https://www.frsuu.org/event/alcoholic-anonymous-step-sisters/2024-12-24/
LOCATION:Parish Hall 1st Floor
CATEGORIES:Recovery
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241224T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241224T183000
DTSTAMP:20260505T013810
CREATED:20240820T140414Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241121T235609Z
UID:39811-1735061400-1735065000@www.frsuu.org
SUMMARY:Christmas Eve Service
DESCRIPTION:All are welcome at our annual Christmas Eve Service for all ages to enjoy this beautiful time\, together in community\, remembering the true meaning of Christmas. Experience the peace of the season while hearing the Christmas story. The service will include Silent Night sung by candlelight. Everyone is invited to stay for caroling and hot cocoa\, immediately following the service\, on the steps in front of the church. Rev. Rebecca preaching and featuring guest musician Danny Harrington on saxophone.
URL:https://www.frsuu.org/event/christmas-eve-service/
LOCATION:FRS Sanctuary\, 26 Pleasant St\, Newburyport\, MA\, 01950\, United States
CATEGORIES:Worship
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241224T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241224T130000
DTSTAMP:20260505T013810
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:20241223T184500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241223T200000
DTSTAMP:20260505T013810
CREATED:20240614T153123Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240614T153535Z
UID:38685-1734979500-1734984000@www.frsuu.org
SUMMARY:Adult Children of Alcoholics
DESCRIPTION:Meets in the Hayward Room
URL:https://www.frsuu.org/event/adult-children-of-alcoholics-3/2024-12-23/
LOCATION:Hayward Room\, 26 Pleasant St\, Newburyport\, MA\, 01950\, United States
CATEGORIES:Recovery
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241223T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241223T193000
DTSTAMP:20260505T013810
CREATED:20240605T195817Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250502T185546Z
UID:38204-1734978600-1734982200@www.frsuu.org
SUMMARY:Monday Evening Meditation (In Person)
DESCRIPTION:Monday Night Meditation at 6:30pm in Lower Meeting House (enter via Unicorn Street entrance). These weekly sessions are led by Joyce Haydock\, Senior Dharma Teacher with the International Kwan Um School of Zen. She has been with the school since 1989. This FRSUU Monday group was established over ten years ago. Our sessions consist of two or three chants\, two readings/teachings and 30 minutes of sitting meditation. Beginners are welcome. \nContact Joyce at 978-363-5457 or email joycehaydock@outlook.com to be added to our list and receive access information. \n  \n 
URL:https://www.frsuu.org/event/monday-evening-meditation-in-person/2024-12-23/
LOCATION:Lower Meetinghouse\, 26 Pleasant St\, Newburyport\, MA\, 01950\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Joyce Haydock":MAILTO:joycehaydock@outlook.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241223T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241223T183000
DTSTAMP:20260505T013810
CREATED:20241205T160104Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241205T160104Z
UID:43068-1734975000-1734978600@www.frsuu.org
SUMMARY:Calling for volunteers - Refugee Immigration Ministry (RIM) (Zoom)
DESCRIPTION:Join a Zoom call on Monday\, December 23\, 5:30-6:30pm to learn how you can support FRSUU to organize a RIM Cluster with Newburyport area churches. When immigrants to the United States apply for asylum\, they are not allowed to work for the following six months. How can they survive with no income? For 38 years\, RIM has engaged congregations in an interfaith support system for these people. FRSUU was once an integral part of RIM.  Learn how we can join this important effort once again. The founder and leader of RIM\, the Rev. Dr. Ruth Bersin\, will join the meeting to guide us on this journey.
URL:https://www.frsuu.org/event/calling-for-volunteers-refugee-immigration-ministry-rim-zoom/
LOCATION:Zoom
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241223T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241223T130000
DTSTAMP:20260505T013810
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241222T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241222T200000
DTSTAMP:20260505T013810
CREATED:20240820T135832Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240820T135959Z
UID:39809-1734894000-1734897600@www.frsuu.org
SUMMARY:Annual Candlelight Service
DESCRIPTION:From 7-8pm
URL:https://www.frsuu.org/event/annual-candlelight-service/
LOCATION:FRS Sanctuary\, 26 Pleasant St\, Newburyport\, MA\, 01950\, United States
CATEGORIES:Worship
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241222T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241222T133000
DTSTAMP:20260505T013810
CREATED:20241003T204018Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241003T204018Z
UID:41794-1734868800-1734874200@www.frsuu.org
SUMMARY:Youth Group
DESCRIPTION:Meets in Youth Room in Parish Hall. Led by Mara Flynn on 10/27\, 11/24\, 12/8\, 1/12/25. Led by Rev. Laurel on 11/10\, 12/22\, 1/26/25.
URL:https://www.frsuu.org/event/youth-group/2024-12-22/
LOCATION:Youth Room (Parish Hall)\, 26 Pleasant St\, Newburyport\, MA\, 01950\, United States
CATEGORIES:Young Church
ORGANIZER;CN="Mara Flynn":MAILTO:mara.flynn@frsuu.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241222T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241222T130000
DTSTAMP:20260505T013810
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241222T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241222T113000
DTSTAMP:20260505T013810
CREATED:20241008T185131Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241215T232849Z
UID:41983-1734863400-1734867000@www.frsuu.org
SUMMARY:Outdoor Solstice Worship Service
DESCRIPTION:Parker River National Wildlife Refuge\, Parking Lot 1\, 10:30am. Join Reverend Rebecca and FRS friends as we celebrate Winter Solstice on the beaches of Plum Island. A not-to-be-missed time by the ocean that will help connect us to the rhythms of nature and to a place of peace. This service is in place of a 10:30am worship service in the Sanctuary. Join us for Candlelight in the evening!
URL:https://www.frsuu.org/event/outdoor-solstice-worship-service/
LOCATION:Parker River National Wildlife Refuge\, Refuge Rd Lot 1\, Newbury
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241222T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241222T113000
DTSTAMP:20260505T013810
CREATED:20240814T231615Z
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SUMMARY:Young Church
DESCRIPTION:Young Church is for children up through 8th grade. Children sit with their families for the beginning of worship service (about 15 minutes)\, and then head downstairs to the Lower Meetinghouse with volunteers and the Director of Youth and Children’s Ministry\, Mara Flynn. \nWe offer nursery care for children under age 5 – and “littles” are also welcome to join us in Young Church with a parent/guardian in attendance. \nOur Young Church programming engages and allows our K-8th grade children to experience and create meaningful connection through: \n\nRitual\, stories\, crafts\, games and joyful community building\nSpecial guests\, activities and projects that support curiosity and spiritual growth\nExplorations of the 7 UU Principles and social justice engagement\n\nIf your child will be attending\, please fill out our registration form HERE \nQuestions? Email Mara Flynn\, Director of Youth and Children’s Ministry at mara.flynn@frsuu.org.
URL:https://www.frsuu.org/event/young-church-2/2024-12-22/
LOCATION:LMH Main Room\, 26 Pleasant St\, Newburyport\, MA\, 01950\, United States
CATEGORIES:Worship
ORGANIZER;CN="Mara Flynn":MAILTO:mara.flynn@frsuu.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241222T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241222T113000
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SUMMARY:Reserved for Nursery
DESCRIPTION:Reserved from 10:00am-11:30am
URL:https://www.frsuu.org/event/reserved-for-nursery/2024-12-22/
LOCATION:LMH Main Room\, 26 Pleasant St\, Newburyport\, MA\, 01950\, United States
CATEGORIES:Room Reservations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241221T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241221T150000
DTSTAMP:20260505T013810
CREATED:20241001T172343Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241001T172343Z
UID:41777-1734784200-1734793200@www.frsuu.org
SUMMARY:Candlelight Chorale Dress Rehearsal
DESCRIPTION:Sanctuary
URL:https://www.frsuu.org/event/candlelight-chorale-dress-rehearsal/
LOCATION:FRS Sanctuary\, 26 Pleasant St\, Newburyport\, MA\, 01950\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241221T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241221T130000
DTSTAMP:20260505T013810
CREATED:20241218T214611Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241218T214737Z
UID:43327-1734782400-1734786000@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. Saturday\, December 21 program will meet in the Parish Hall 1st Floor. \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? – this service meets in the Parish Hall 1st Floor \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-2/
LOCATION:Parish Hall 1st Floor
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241221T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241221T120000
DTSTAMP:20260505T013810
CREATED:20241217T154432Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241217T154432Z
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SUMMARY:Organ Rehearsal
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, December 21\, Sanctuary\, 10am-noon.
URL:https://www.frsuu.org/event/organ-rehearsal-9/
LOCATION:FRS Sanctuary\, 26 Pleasant St\, Newburyport\, MA\, 01950\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241220T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241220T193000
DTSTAMP:20260505T013810
CREATED:20240906T220128Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240906T220128Z
UID:40823-1734717600-1734723000@www.frsuu.org
SUMMARY:SMART Recovery (Contact: 678-378-0786)
DESCRIPTION:Meets weekly on Friday
URL:https://www.frsuu.org/event/smart-recovery-contact-678-378-0786-3/2024-12-20/
LOCATION:Hayward Room\, 26 Pleasant St\, Newburyport\, MA\, 01950\, United States
CATEGORIES:Recovery
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241220T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241220T203000
DTSTAMP:20260505T013810
CREATED:20241011T123833Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241220T214710Z
UID:42082-1734714000-1734726600@www.frsuu.org
SUMMARY:CANCELED: Piano Recital
DESCRIPTION:To be rescheduled.
URL:https://www.frsuu.org/event/piana-recital/
LOCATION:FRS Sanctuary\, 26 Pleasant St\, Newburyport\, MA\, 01950\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music,Private Rental
ORGANIZER;CN="Cynthia Walsh":MAILTO:cynthia.walsh@frsuu.org
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