This parsonage is located adjacent to the church itself. Its current occupant is the church's pastor, Perry D. Baugh.
The Peabody Institute Library is Peabody's library and cultural center. It hosts several adult, teen and children's programs and maintains archives dating back to the early 18th century.
The Peabody Citizen is a weekly community newspaper that has served its readers in the city since 1993. Tom Grelish serves as editor and publisher, and the newspaper's paid subscription is 40 cents per copy.
Visitors to idyllic, peaceful Brooksby Farm would never guess that the hustle and bustle of the North Shore Mall is a couple minutes' drive away. Acres of orchards and farmland are home to berry patches, gardens, fruit trees and animals. Bring the family in any season to visit the pigs, llamas, sheep and goats; brave the cold in the winter to pick out a Christmas tree; enjoy a sunny afternoon picking apples, strawberries, blueberries and raspberries; or play in the leaves on a golden Autumn morning while choosing a pumpkin straight from the patch. The farmstore is open daily and offers homemade pies and bakery items, fresh vegetables, cider, old-time candy, bread and much more. Visit the website to see what's in season to be picked.
Through a contract with Comcast, Peabody Access Telecommunications provides community access programming that covers city government, public schools and Peabody's arts and cultural events. Camille Bartlett serves as PAT's executive director.
When they're done spreading their message, this is where the Witnesses gather. This building serves as a gathering and worship spot for more than one local congregation. As a proselytizing group, new adherents to the faith are eagerly sought. Interested parties are invited to visit or read the online publication, The Watchtower.
Hymns and contemporary music add to this church's quest for intellectual and emotional religious experience. The church oversees numerous ministries for congregation members to give flesh to its commitment to core beliefs, including fellowship, outreach, Bible studies, and educational opportunities. All are invited.
Christian Book Distributors produces and distributes DVDs, books, Bibles, homeschool materials and Christian living products to the Christian community. Visit the website to make an online purchase; orders take one day to process and can be picked up at this location during normal business hours.
The active religious community at St. Ann's provides day care services, several fundraising events throughout the year (including bake sales and bazaars), religious education for children and adults, and opportunities for youths to perform community service. Additionally, St. Ann's encourage participation in the many programs operated by the archdiocese in neighboring communities.
This congregation honors the tradition of being "people of the book" with an ambitious educational program for children and adults and a calendar that includes lectures from scholars near and far. An active sisterhood and social calendar round out the offerings.
St. John Lutheran Church traces its roots back to the early 20th century, when Finnish engineers migrated to Peabody to work in the prosperous tanning industry. The church has survived for more than a century and remains a small congregation that's invigorated by young families. Members and prospective members serve as ushers, lay assistants, coffee hour helpers and participants in the church's Bible study program.
The NSJCC is located in West Peabody and provides recreational, educational, and cultural programs for members of the local Jewish community ages infants to seniors. Guided by the principles of Judaism and democracy, the NJSCC provides a place where members can freely share their thoughts, beliefs and values. The center also offers infant, toddler, preschool, kindergarten transition and after school programs from 7am to 6pm year-round.
Comunidade De Cristo serves Peabody's large Portuguese community. Many of the church's ministries focus on religious experiences gained through dance, theater and song. Ministry to children through loving church members is a foundational element of the church's mission. Portuguese speakers are invited to explore the church's offering in more detail at its website.
The St. Michael's Society is dedicated to the continuance and advancement of Polish heritage within the Peabody community. Located right off of Route 128, this exclusive community offers a bar and gathering area on the bottom floor open to all members. Additionally, St. Michael's offers an upstairs recreational hall open to all special events, meetings and occasions. Contact St. Michael's for any additional hall rental information.
Located in the Peabody Institute Library's Center for the Study of Human Rights, the center provides a place where residents can reflect on the enduring lessons of the Holocaust and remember the millions of victims who lost their lives during the Holocaust. It also serves as a repository of books, videos and archives to document and preserve the history of the Holocaust, while striving to reduce hatred and prejudice. The center also includes student art.
This chapter of the Knights of Columbus is located right in the middle of downtown Peabody. The Knights Columbus are one of the world's largest Catholic organization, and its fraternity of Catholic brothers pride themselves on their community service and financial support of the Catholic Church in Rome. Members enjoy a plethora of community sporting activities, cook-outs and dinners, as well as plenty of opportunities to engage in fellowship with other Catholics.
Sutton Home for Women is a non-profit organization based in Peabody, offering lodging and home living for women in the area. The organization is for women who are retiring and want a long-term stay or for those needing a short-term stay due to relocation. Led by director Barbara Amos, the site offers a wide range of residential services for clients, including medication reminders, security, laundry service, housekeeping work, three meals a day and social activities, among many other services. Check the main website for rates or details on the location.
This temple traces its roots back to Turkish Sephardic Jews who settled in Peabody and formed the congregation in 1922. In the years since the membership has broadened to include Ashkenazic Jews and adopted a more modern approach (Reformed) to religious practices. All are invited to join Howard Kosovske for Friday night services.
