Church notes

Father Conrad to leave Holy Family

Father Conrad Salach, OFM. Conv., will celebrate his last Mass at Holy Family Parish in Amesbury on Sunday, Aug. 8. Collation will be Sunday, Aug. 8, in the Main Hall following the 8 and 10:15 a.m. Masses. His new assignment will be in New Bedford.

Live Internet chat Tuesday

A live Internet chat entitled "Keeping pace with today's technology" will take place Tuesday from 2 to 3 p.m. on www.spirituality.com. Whether it's e-mail, Facebook, twittering or lining up for the latest iPhone, almost everyone feels the impact of technology. The speed of technological growth and advancement often outpaces our ability to keep up. Then there's the time investment. For some, a 24-hour break from the BlackBerry would be next to impossible. Others might wish their cell phone would stop ringing — at least for a while. With all of the positive benefits of advancing technology, is it possible to delete the negatives? If you have questions about the impact of technology on your life, this chat will provide helpful answers. Technology doesn't have to be at odds with your spirituality, but rather can offer new opportunities to have a healing influence on the world. This chat is sponsored by the Christian Science church in Boston. Anyone is welcome to participate or just listen in at the Christian Science Reading Room, 50 Pleasant St., Newburyport, 978-465-0286. All chats are archived and will be available 24/7.

Service, talk on interfaith ministry Wednesday

On Wednesday from 7 to 8 p.m., the Rev. Jacob Watson will lead the service at Unity on the River, 58 Macy St. (Route 110), Amesbury. The Rev. Watson is the abbott of the Chaplaincy Institute of Maine (ChIME), which has a campus in Amesbury.

Following the service, the Rev. Watson and the Rev. Joel Grossman, ChIME Massachusetts campus director, will offer a talk on interfaith ministry, and information will be shared on ChIME (http://chimeofmaine.org). ChIME is a post-denominational wisdom school for the training, inspiration and support of those interested in deepening their spiritual lives and/or seeking ordination as interfaith ministers. It is a two-year program composed of weekly evening classes and monthly weekend workshops. The Massachusetts Campus of ChIME offers the weekly classes in Amesbury.

Union Church Yard Sale Aug. 7

Union Congregational Church, 350 Main St., Amesbury, will hold a Yard Sale Saturday, Aug. 7 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Lots of items to choose from: furniture, kitchenware, dishes, kids toys, clothing, books and much more. There will be coffee and doughnuts, muffins along with a lunch for a small donation. Lunch includes hamburgers, hot dogs and strawberry shortcake. For more information, call 978-388-0631.

Theology on Tap

Theology on Tap is a speaker series that will take place in a local pub or restaurant and that focuses on topics of faith and contemporary issues that directly affect the lives of adults in their 20s, 30s and 40s. The schedule for Aug. 10 and 24 begins at 7 p.m. with a speaker at Holy Family Parish Center, Amesbury, followed by a five-minute walk to a local restaurant for casual conversation for about an hour. For more information, e-mail TOTAMESBURY@gmail.com or check the website, http://totamesbury.weebly.com.

Church collects shoes for Soles4Souls

St. James Episcopal Church in Amesbury is collecting footwear of all types and sizes to be given to local entities and global programs who will supply footwear to those in need. Last year, St. James gave out more than 395 pairs of footwear, in conjunction with Soles4Souls. This year's goal is to collect and distribute more than 400 pairs by Aug. 1. Anyone with any gently worn or new footwear of any type, any size who would like to donate to this program should drop off the footwear (in a plastic bag) at St. James Episcopal Church, 120 Main St., Amesbury. Leave at right side door of church. For more information, call 978-388-0030 or visit the website at www.stjames- amesbury.org.

Wednesday service in place of Sunday service

The First Congregational Church of Georgetown will be holding Wednesday evening worship services this summer in place of Sunday mornings.

Summer is a busy time for everyone and may not allow you to attend worship services on Sundays. Keep your weekend plans and join us for an informal service every Wednesday evening. Fellowship hour will follow the service. Regular Sunday worship hours will resume on Sept. 5.

For those still looking for Sunday morning worship, West Boxford Second Congregational Church invites them to their service at 10 a.m.

Vacation Bible School in Merrimac

Vacation Bible School, "High Seas Expedition," will be held Aug. 16-20 from 9 a.m. to noon for children in kindergarten through grade 6 at Pilgrim Congregational Church, 27 Church St., Merrimac. The cost is $25 per child. Information and online registration is available at www.troupvbspro.com/vbs/ez/highseaspilgrim.

'Sunday on the Lawn'

"Sunday on the Lawn," co-sponsored by Pilgrim Church and Our Neighbors' Table, is held on the last Sunday of the month from 4 to 5:30 p.m. at Pilgrim Church, Church Street, Merrimac. Everyone is invited to come and enjoy a cookout on the church lawn.

Belleville Church thrift shop

The Belleville Church thrift shop at 300 High St., Newburyport, is open. Hours are Wednesdays and Saturdays from 9 a.m. to noon.

Monthly Healing Service at Holy Family Parish

Holy Family Parish of Amesbury announces that Father Albert MacPherson. O.S.A., will be holding a Healing Service at St. Joseph Church on the third Tuesday of the month. The Healing Service will be preceded by Holy Mass at 7 p.m.

Monthly bean supper in Newbury

The First Parish Church of Newbury on High Road holds a monthly bean supper on the third Saturday of every month. The menu is the same each month: a variety of beans, ham, hot dogs, cole slaw, rolls, desserts, rolls and beverage. It is served from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. The price is $8 for adults and $5 for children with a $20 maximum for a family.

Insight Meditation Center of Newburyport

The Insight Meditation Center of Newburyport offers a variety of meditation opportunities, including daily sittings, practice groups, retreats and workshops. Located in a rural setting close to Interstate 95 and downtown Newburyport, the center provides an ideal environment for the practice of Insight Meditation (Vipassana). Originated in the Buddhist tradition more than 2,500 years ago, Vipassana is a simple practice that steadies the mind by grounding attention in the present moment. For the most current schedule information, visit www.imcnewburyport.org or call 978-499-0325.

Reflections on the Life of the Spirit

The Baha'is of Amesbury will host the study group Reflections on the Life of the Spirit every Friday evening at 7 at the Powow Community Building. For more information, call Cara Smoley at 978-388-4987.

Volunteer opportunity

Looking for a way for your business, church group, club, organization or yourself to give back to the community? The Salvation Army, 40 Water St., offers the following:

Community meal served every Thursday. Each week a different group (six to 12 people) prepares and serves the meal to about 80 people. Time: Three to four hours, including preparation, serving and cleanup. Call Maj. Kathryn Purvis at 978-465-0883, ext. 10, for more information.

Centering prayer at St. James

St. James Episcopal Church in Amesbury offers centering prayer as one of its Saturday alternative services. Centering, or contemplative prayer, is a meditation practice based on the work of the Rev. Thomas Keating, who believes that silence is "God's first language." St. James will continue to offer a twice-weekly opportunity for centering prayer in the meditation chapel. Those interested in participating or learning more should call St. James at 978-388-0030 or check the Web site, www.stjamesamesbury.org.

Compassionate Friends meet

The Compassionate Friends of Greater Newburyport Chapter meet every fourth Monday from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Immaculate Conception Parish Center, St. James Chapel Room, corner of Green and High streets, Newburyport. For more information, call 978-388-1514.

Volunteer directory

The First Religious Society has published a booklet called People Helping People — a directory of volunteer opportunities in the Newburyport area. For a copy, e-mail the church office at frsuuadmin@netway.com or call 978-465-0602.

Tuesday meal at Immaculate Conception

The Immaculate Conception Church offers a free hot dinner every Tuesday at 5 p.m. in the Parish Center, 42 Green St., Newburyport. Call 978-462-2724 for more information.

The Friendship Table

For all who enjoy good food and fellowship, the Friendship Table serves meals on Thursdays beginning at 5 p.m. at the Salvation Army, 40 Water St., Newburyport. Volunteers are also needed. For more information, call 978-465-0883.

Our Neighbors' Table

Free meals are served every Wednesday from 4 to 6 p.m. at Our Neighbors' Table, Main Street Congregational Church, 145 Main St., Amesbury. All are welcome. Our Neighbors' Table also offers the following food pantries: Saturday Food Pantry: 9:30 a.m. to noon every Saturday, open to residents of Amesbury and South Hampton; last Saturday of the month: open to residents of Amesbury, South Hampton, Merrimac, Salisbury, Newburyport, Newbury, West Newbury, Groveland, Byfield, Boxford, Rowley and Georgetown. Merrimac Mobile Pantry: first and third Saturday of each month, 9:30 to10:30 a.m., Pilgrim Congregational Church, 27 Church St., Merrimac. Open to Merrimac residents only.

St. Basil's Kitchen

The Orthodox Church of the Annunciation, Harris and Park streets, Newburyport, offers free luncheons on Mondays from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. in the church hall. All those hungry for food and companionship are welcome. For more information or to volunteer services, call 978-465-5757.

Among Friends

Among Friends is the mission of St. Paul's Church to provide nutritious, hot, home-cooked meals. Lunch is served every Tuesday and Friday at 11:30 a.m. in St. Paul's Hall, 166 High St., Newburyport. Evening Among Friends serves home-cooked meals every Monday from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. All are welcome. Donations of food items, supplies and services are needed; call 465-5351.

Seabrook food pantry

The Seabrook Church of Christ Food Pantry is open every Wednesday from 9 to 11 a.m. to all who live on the Seacoast. The church is on Lafayette Road, Seabrook, 603-474-2660.

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