Green Team Meeting (Zoom)
2026-02-11 19:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Zoom
Wednesday, February 11, 7pm on Zoom.

Democracy Strong
2026-02-11 19:00 - 20:30 | Parish Hall 1st Floor
Wednesday, February 11, Parish Hall 1st Floor, 7pm. Cookies, cider, and socializing/connecting at 6:30pm.
Democracy Strong is a local chapter of Indivisible RISE, the national group which has been sponsoring demonstrations in support of immigrant rights, our shared constitutional rights, and in defense of democracy. Their mission is to raise awareness, educate, and offer options for citizens who are ready to take action in defense of our constitution and our democracy.
We are coordinating with LUCE Immigrant Justice Network, the Greater Newburyport Democratic Committee, and others moving to action. This is not an official FRSUU group but is aligned with UU principles.
For more information, email Reverend Jane at janetuohy@frsuu.org.

FRSUU Poetry Group (Zoom)
2026-02-12 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]

Spirituality & Congregational Care Team
2026-02-12 16:00 - 17:00 | LMH Room A, 26 Pleasant St, Newburyport, MA, 01950, United States
Thursday, February 12, LMH Room A, 4pm

Adult Choir
2026-02-12 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)
2026-02-13 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

SMART Recovery (Contact: 678-378-0786)
2026-02-13 18:00 - 19:30 | Hayward Room, 26 Pleasant St, Newburyport, MA, 01950, United States
Meets weekly on Friday

Merrimack Valley Ship Model Club (MVSMC)
2026-02-14 08:00 - 11:00 | LMH Main Room, 26 Pleasant St, Newburyport, MA, 01950, United States
Second Saturdays, Lower Meetinghouse Main Room, 8-11am.

Beginning Hatha Yoga
2026-02-14 09:00 - 10:00 | Hayward Room, 26 Pleasant St, Newburyport, MA, 01950, United States
Saturdays, January 10 – February 14, Hayward Room, 9-10am. (Setup from 8:30-9am)
This is a beginning class focused on turning stress into resilience, offered by Pamela Erickson, RYT 200, and a lifelong educator. The classes are free, however, 50% of any donations (optional) will go to the church. Participants should bring a yoga mat, towel or small blanket, and water with them. No advanced signup is necessary. Questions? Contact Pamela: designcollaboration2@gmail.com.

Renaissance New England
2026-02-14 16:00 - 19:00 | LMH Main Room, 26 Pleasant St, Newburyport, MA, 01950, United States
Meets Saturdays every other month, Lower Meetinghouse Main Room, 4pm.

Sunday Worship Service
2026-02-15 10:30 - 11:30 | FRS Sanctuary, 26 Pleasant St, Newburyport, MA, 01950, United States
Sundays, Sanctuary, 10:30-11:30am with livestream on YouTube.
Join us for worship from the Sunday after Labor Day through late spring. Experience elements of the world religions, including our Christian roots and humanism. Find inspiration in choral and instrumental music (including organ), congregational singing, a time for children, readings, an offering, and meditative silence. Hear a sermon on social justice, spirituality, dealing with life’s challenges, or other issues. We may celebrate a holiday, act out a skit, or hold a coming-of-age ceremony. Services are usually followed by a 30-minute fellowship gathering or a monthly Justice Sunday program.

Youth Group Meeting
2026-02-15 12:00 - 13:30
Sunday, February 15, Youth Room, 12-1:30pm

Presidents' Day
2026-02-16

February Vacation
2026-02-16, 2026-02-17, 2026-02-18

Afghan Support Group
2026-02-16 11:00 - 12:00 | 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://frsuu.webdevsite.net/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
