SUNDAY, OCTOBER 11
UNCEDED GROUND
SERVICE STARTS
AT 10:30AM
Sunday, October 11, 2026
Unceded Ground
10:30am, with livestream YouTube
What does a community that wants to put down roots owe to the ground it’s rooting in? On the Sunday before Indigenous Peoples’ Day, Rev. Connie traces the story from 1492 and 1619 to the Merrimack River. Today, the consequences are still with us: tribal land and resources taken by colonial settlers and opportunists; people who came for the opportunity this country promised, now told they’re not welcome, deported, or detained; descendants of the enslaved still waiting for repair. What these communities seek is recognition, sovereignty, and dignity. Who gets to belong to a place, and who decides?
FRSUU Welcomes New Interim Minister!
Rev. Connie explains her approach to interim ministry on her website: “I’ve chosen to focus my ministry on transitional work because I genuinely love it. There’s something deeply meaningful about accompanying congregations through periods of change—helping them reflect on their history, clarify their identity, strengthen their leadership, and step intentionally into their future. Transitions are challenging, but they’re also extraordinary opportunities for growth, healing, and renewal.”
Read the full announcement HERE.
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Tour the FRSUU Campus and Buildings
Follow our drone footage as we fly to the top of FRSUU’s steeple featuring a glass-eyed gilded weathercock which overlooks downtown Newburyport and Merrimack River. From there, you’ll get a first-hand look at our campus grounds and the interior of our Meetinghouse and Sanctuary which dates back to 1801. Rev. Connie Simon, our Interim Minister, welcomes you and ALL who seek a place of spiritual community and faith here. Organ music provided by former Director of Church Music Justin Murphy-Mancini on our 1834 Joseph Alley organ. Piano music provided by Director of Church Music Nick Place. We close with a view of the bell from the foundry of Paul Revere and Sons bell.
