First Religious Society of Newburyport

February Vacation
2026-02-16, 2026-02-17, 2026-02-18, 2026-02-19, 2026-02-20 | MA

Afghan Support Group
2026-02-16 11:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | LMH Room A, 26 Pleasant St, Newburyport, MA, 01950, United States
3rd Mondays, LMH Room A, 11am-12pm

Maker Monday w/Rev. Laurel
2026-02-16 11:00 - 13:00 | LMH Nursery/Conf Room
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, or start a new one, and connect with other makers in our FRS community. All are welcome. Craft supplies available.

Annual Campaign Meeting
2026-02-16 15:00 - 16:00 | LMH Room A, 26 Pleasant St, Newburyport, MA, 01950, United States
Mondays, LMH Room A, 3-4pm

UU Basics Class
2026-02-16 18:00 - 19:30 | LMH Nursery/Conf Room
Mondays, February 16 and 23 (LMH Nursery/Conf Room), March 2 (Sanctuary), 6-7:30pm.
Open to all, this three-part class is intended to give participants a broad understanding of what it means to be a UU. Maybe you’re considering becoming a member, or maybe you’ve been here a while and just want to know more.
—February 16 (LMH Nursery/Conf Room): Roots and Values: What do UUs believe? Where did it come from?
—February 23 (LMH Nursery/Conf Room): Nuts and Bolts: How does a UU congregation run? Who’s in charge?
—March 2 (Sanctuary): Community at FRSUU: How do we engage at FRS? What is this church’s history?
Sign up HERE!

Short Story Group
2026-02-17 12:00 - 13:00 | LMH Room A, 26 Pleasant St, Newburyport, MA, 01950, United States
The Tuesday Short Story Group meets on the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays of the month, noon, Lower Meeting House (with a Zoom option available).
For more information please visit: https://www.frsuu.org/short-story-group/

Anti-Racism Initiative Meeting
2026-02-17 14:00 - 15:00 | LMH Room A, 26 Pleasant St, Newburyport, MA, 01950, United States
Third Tuesdays, LMH Main Room, 2-3pm.
The Anti-Racism Initiative team decided to change our meeting day from the third Monday of each month to the third Tuesday from 2-3 pm. The purpose of the meetings is to establish goals for the church year, discuss and implement initiatives related to the UUA’s 8th Principle, and to assist with MLK service and Justice Sunday events (in conjunction with other FRS groups).

Poetry & Music Service
2026-02-17 19:00 - 20:00 | FRS Sanctuary, 26 Pleasant St, Newburyport, MA, 01950, United States
Third Tuesdays beginning September 16, Sanctuary, 7-8pm. Led by Rev. Rebecca and Nick Place.

Executive Committee Meeting
2026-02-18 08:30 - 10:00 | LMH Nursery/Conf Room
Wednesday, February 18, LMH Nursery/Conf Room, 8:30-10am

Wednesday Guided Meditation (Zoom)
2026-02-18 10:00 - 10:30 | Zoom
Join FRS member and LICSW Woman Cooper on Wednesdays at 10am for a brief period of mid-week relaxation and renewal. Each 30-minute session will include a guided visualization and reflection on questions around where we hold stress and how we can release it. You’ll also learn some relaxation techniques to use on your own. This is a drop-in program; come one time or many.
If you’d like to reach out to Woman, email susanc0805@gmail.com.
Join Zoom Meeting:

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87349458812?pwd=[REDACTED]

Centering Prayer Meditation
2026-02-18 10:00 - 11:00 | Robing Room (behind pulpit)
Weekly on Wednesdays, Robing Room, 10-11am.
Centering Prayer is a form of Christian Contemplative Meditation. The purpose of this meditation is not to clear the mind as much as it is to open oneself to the presence of the Divine and invite the action of the Divine within. No previous experience or training is required. This form of Contemplative prayer is a practice in resting in the presence of God through non-thinking surrender and to form a deeper relationship with the Divine.
Centering Prayer will be led by Cynthia Tolbert. All are welcome. Please contact Rev. Jane Tuohy at jane.tuohy@frsuu.org or 617-359-0079 if you have questions.

Staff Meeting
2026-02-18 10:30 - 12:00 | LMH Main Room, 26 Pleasant St, Newburyport, MA, 01950, United States
1st and 3rd Wednesdays, LMH Main Room, 10:30am-noon

Grief Support Group (offsite)
2026-02-18 12:30 - 14:00 | Anna Jaques Hospital, 25 Highland Ave, Newburyport, MA, United States
Third Wednesday of the month, Morse Conference Room (across from Gift Shop) at Anna Jaques Hospital, 12:30-2pm.
This support group provides members who are experiencing grief have the opportunity in a safe (confidential) space to share their feelings, thoughts, and coping skills during this challenging time in their life. The group is facilitated by Nancy Kidd, LICSW; Rev. Jane Tuohy; and Linda Harding. For information more information, contact Nancy Kidd at nankdd@gmail.com or 978-376-8687.

Pastoral Care Associates
2026-02-18 16:00 - 17:30 | LMH Room A, 26 Pleasant St, Newburyport, MA, 01950, United States
Third Wednesdays, LMH Room A, 4-5:30pm.

Parish Board Meeting
2026-02-18 18:00 - 20:00 | LMH Main Room, 26 Pleasant St, Newburyport, MA, 01950, United States
Third Wednesdays, LMH Main Room, 6-8pm, hybrid

Grants Team
2026-02-19 09:00 - 10:00 | LMH Room A, 26 Pleasant St, Newburyport, MA, 01950, United States
Thursday, February 19, LMH Room A, 9-10am

Parish Friends Third Thursdays
2026-02-19 09:30 - 10:30 | LMH Nursery/Conf Room
Third Thursdays, LMH Nursery/Conf Room, 9:30-10:30am.
A monthly, somewhat casual Parish Friends morning meeting – bring your own tea or coffee. An opportunity to meet other Parish Friends, ask questions, and brainstorm. If interested in simply learning more about Parish Friends, this would be a great forum. We realize mornings don’t work for everyone. If you are wanting to attend, but not able to, let Susan Ricker know at parishfriends@frsuu.org or use her personal contact information in the FRSUU Realm directory.

FRSUU Poetry Group (Zoom)
2026-02-19 11:00 - 11:45 | Zoom
Meets Thursdays (previously on Tuesdays) on Zoom at 11am.
The FRSUU Poetry Group is open to all who enjoy reading or listening to poetry. Prompts or questions are provided as we listen multiple times to one poem a week. If you have been wishing you had more time in your busy schedule for poetry, give yourself the gift of one hour of poetry on Thursday mornings. Individuals with questions should contact Rev. Jane Tuohy at 617-359-0079.
Join Zoom Meeting:
https://zoom.us/j/94623863916?pwd=[REDACTED]
Meeting ID: 946 2386 3916; Passcode: [REDACTED]

Exploring Elderhood Together: Nutritional Needs as We Age
2026-02-19 13:00 - 14:30 | LMH Main Room, 26 Pleasant St, Newburyport, MA, 01950, United States
Thursday, February 19, LMH Main Room, 1-2:30pm.
What we eat is under our control. Nutritionist Nina Caron will talk about protein, carbohydrates, fats, vitamins, and minerals, and the ways requirements and recommendations change for older adults. Nina has been involved professionally in the fitness/wellness industry for over 25 years. She is a nutritionist, an ACSM (American College of Sports Medicine) certified personal trainer, a competitive runner/marathoner, and has earned a certification in Yoga for Back Health as well as a certification as a CDC-endorsed Diabetes Lifestyle Prevention Coach. Nina is the sole proprietor of The Fit Dimensions in Andover.

Adult Choir
2026-02-19 19:00 - 20:30 | LMH Main Room, 26 Pleasant St, Newburyport, MA, 01950, United States
Thursdays, LMH Main Room, 7-8:30pm.

Capital Campaign Meeting (Hybrid)
2026-02-20 08:00 - 09:15 | LMH Room A, 26 Pleasant St, Newburyport, MA, 01950, United States
Weekly on Friday, LMH Room A and Zoom, 8-9:15am

Reserved for Family
2026-02-20 10:00 - 11:00 | LMH Nursery/Conf Room
Friday, February 20, LMH Nursery/Conf Room, 10-11am

Reserved for Memorial Service
2026-02-20 10:00 - 12:30 | FRS Sanctuary, 26 Pleasant St, Newburyport, MA, 01950, United States
Friday, February 20, Sanctuary & LMH Main Room, 10am-12:30pm. Service starts at 11am.

Reserved for Memorial Reception
2026-02-20 10:00 - 14:00 | Parish Hall 1st Floor
Friday, February 20, Parish Hall 1st Floor, 10am-2pm

Capital Campaign Meeting
2026-02-20 12:30 - 13:30 | LMH Room A, 26 Pleasant St, Newburyport, MA, 01950, United States
Friday, February 20, LMH Room A, 12:30-1:30pm.
Meeting to discuss the capital campaign with two congregants.

SMART Recovery (Contact: 678-378-0786)
2026-02-20 18:00 - 19:30 | Hayward Room, 26 Pleasant St, Newburyport, MA, 01950, United States
Meets weekly on Friday
