Church notes

Father Conrad to leave Holy Family

Father Conrad Salach, OFM. Conv., will celebrate his last Mass at Holy Family Parish in Amesbury tomorrow. Collation will be tomorrow in the Main Hall following the 8 and 10:15 a.m. Masses. His new assignment will be in New Bedford. Father Jason (Jay) Makos will begin his ministry as temporary administrator at the parish tomorrow.

Union Church Yard Sale today

Union Congregational Church, 350 Main St., Amesbury, will hold a yard sale today from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. There will be lots of items to choose from: furniture, kitchenware, dishes, kids toys, clothing, books and much more. There will be coffee, doughnuts and 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.

Old Home Days Pancake Breakfast

Pilgrim Congregational Church, 27 Church St., Merrimac, will hold an Old Home Days Pancake Breakfast on Saturday, Aug. 14, from 8 to 10 a.m. Menu includes plain and blueberry pancakes, sausages, milk, juice, coffee, tea. Donation is $5, with $3 for seniors and children 6 and under free. The church is handicapped accessible.

Live Internet chat Aug. 17

A live Internet chat entitled "Looking for inspired answers to developmental disabilities like ADHD?" will take place Tuesday, Aug. 17, from 2 to 3 p.m. on www.spirituality.com. Approximately 17 percent of children have some type of developmental disability, including speech and language disorders, learning disabilities and ADHD. For many of these diagnoses, there isn't a medical cure; although, drugs may help manage the condition. If you or someone in your family is dealing with one of these difficulties or some other disease that affects young people or if you'd just like to join in supporting prayerful solutions, join this chat with an experienced Christian Science healer. Many have found that prayer, based on the teachings of Christian Science and its form of spiritual healing, has helped bring health and peace to the home and to children. 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.

Glorification Singers in Seabrook Aug. 21

The Glorification Singers will be in concert at 7 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 21, at Trinity United Church Parish House, 29 Main St., Seabrook. A dessert fellowship will follow. A freewill offering will be received. The group will also take part Aug. 22 in the 11 a.m. Sunday Worship as a part of a series of Outreach Concerts sponsored by Pastor Bill Beddie and the Board of Deacons.

The Glorification Singers is a Christian Music Ministry Group based out of the Westhampton, N.Y., United Methodist Church.

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 to 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 School sign-up begins

Registration is now open for inclusive Sunday School at First Parish Church, Route 1A, Newbury. All children, including those with special needs, are most welcome.

'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.

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 website, 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.

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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