Gathering Music “Samson and Delilah” by Rev Gary Davis “You Gotta Come On Up to the House” by Tom Waits Dan Thompson, guitar and vocals Welcome and Announcements (Rev. Josh Pawelek) Centering Prelude “Precious Memories” (traditional) Nancy Madar, guitar and vocals Joe Madar, vocals Chalice Lighting and Opening Words “The Summit” by Mike Baxter Opening Hymn #66 “When the Summer Sun is Shining” Words by Sydney Henry Knight Music from The Southern Harmony, 1855, arr. by Margaret W. Mealy Ben Elzerman, bagpipes, Jenn Richard, piano When the summer sun is shining over golden land and sea, and the flowers in the hedgerow welcome butterfly and bee; then my open heart is glowing, full of warmth for everyone, and I feel an inner beauty which reflects the summer sun. When the summer clouds of thunder bring the long-awaited rain, and the thirsty soil is moistened and the grass is green again; then I long for summer sunshine, but I know that clouds and tears are a part of life’s refreshment, like the rainbow’s hopes and fears. In the cool of summer evening, when the dancing insects play, and in garden, street, and meadow linger echoes of the day; then my heart is full of yearning; hopes and mem’ries flood the whole of my being, reaching inwards to the corners of my soul. Emcee’s Intro (Gymm Morey) Music “Living in the Promised Land” by Willie Nelson Peter Marotto, guitar and vocals Poem "Ancient Astronomers" by Bill Lautenbach Music “I Just Saw a Face” by Paul McCartney and John Lennon Sandy Johnson, vocals, Dan Thompson, guitar Joys and Concerns Musical Interlude "The Keelman Ower Land" Traditional Northumbrian Smallpipe melody Ben Elzerman, bagpipes Offering The recipients of our July and August community outreach offerings are the MACC Food Pantry, the Hockanum Valley Food Pantry, the CT Mutual Aid East of River food security program, and the TLC Foundation. As a reminder, you can also donate on our website. If you haven’t visited our new website, we highly recommend it. Lots to explore! There’s a yellow donate button in the top center of the home page. Offering Music “Devotion” by Amy Ray Jenn Richard, guitar and vocals Poem “Ten Commandments By Cory Clark Music Original Song By Nick Glomb Poem “On Friendship, Key West Vacation, 2023” By Elizabeth Thomas Music “Choose to Be Near” by Andy Ricci Poem “*FIFAround and Find Out” By Lisa Sementilli Music “Eve of Destruction” By Barry McGuire Pat Eaton-Robb, guitar and vocals Poem “Heaping, Helping Spoonfuls” By Marian Vitali Homily (Rev. Josh Pawelek) Music "Surprise" Doug Pease, Harmonica Closing song #95 “There is More Love” Traditional African American There is more love somewhere. There is more love somewhere. I’m gonna keep on ‘til I find it. There is more love somewhere. There is more hope somewhere… There is more peace somewhere.. There is more joy somewhere… Extinguishing the Chalice Closing Circle May faith in the spirit of life And hope for the community of earth And love of the light in each other Be ours now, and in all the days to come.

Gathering Music Welcome and Announcements Centering Prelude "Carnival of the Animals: The Swan" Composed by Camille Saint-Saens Performed by Chris Crossgrove, piano Chalice Lighting and Opening Words Opening Hymn "All God's Critters Got a Place In the Choir" Words and Music: Bill Steines Performed by Nancy Madar, guitar and vocals (Congregation sings the chorus only) All God' critters got a place in the choir Some sing lower and some sing higher Some sing out loud on the telephone wire Some just clap their hands or paws or anything they got now Introduction to the Service Joys and Concerns Musical Interlude Offering The recipients of our August community outreach offerings are the MACC Food Pantry, the Hockanum Valley Food Pantry, and the CT Mutual Aid East of the River food security program, along with the TLC Foundation. As a reminder, you can also donate on our website. There's a yellow donate button in the top center of the home page. Offering Music "Blackbird" Words and music by Paul McCartney & John Lennon Performed by Chris Crossgrove, piano Slideshow: Our UUSE Animal Family Reflection #1 - Kristen Dockendorff Poem - "Reunion" by Sheila Foran Reflection #2 - Nancy Madar Slideshow - In Memoriam Closing Hymn #175 "We Celebrate the Web of Life" Words and Music: Alicia S. Carpenter Performed by Chris Crossgrove, piano We celebrate the web of life, its magnitude we sing; for we can see divinity in every living thing. A fragment of the perfect whole in cactus and in quail, as much in tiny barnacle as in the great blue whale. Of ancient dreams we are the sum; our bones link stone to star, and bind our future worlds to come with worlds that were and are. Respect the water, land, and air which gave all creatures birth; protect the lives of all that share the glory of the earth. Extinguishing the Chalice and Closing Words Closing Circle May faith in the spirit of life And hope for the community of earth And love of the light in each other Be ours now, and in all the days to come.

Gathering Music Welcome Centering Prelude "The Poet Speaks" by Robert Schumann Chalice Lighting & Opening Words Opening Hymn #360 "Here We Have Gathered" Words: Alicia S. Carpenter Music: Genevan psalter Here we have gathered, gathered side by side; circle of kinship, come and step inside! May all who seek here find a kindly word; may all who speak here feel they have been heard. Sing now together this, our hearts' own song. Here we have gathered, called to celebrate days of our lifetime, matters small and great: we of all ages, women, children, men, infants and sages, sharing what we can. Sing now together, this, our hearts' own song. Life has its battles, sorrows, and regret: but in the shadows, let us not forget: we who now gather know each other's pain; kindness can heal us: as we give, we gain. Sing now in friendship this, our hearts' own song. Time for All Ages Hymn #413 "Go Now In Peace" Words & Music by Natalie Sleeth Adapted (repeat 2x) Go now in peace. Go now in peace. May the love of God surround you everywhere, everywhere you may go. Announcements Introduction to the Service Joys and Concerns Musical Interlude Poetry Anne Vaughan - Morning Run Becomes Morning Walk Mike Baxter - Lessons Eileen Driscoll - The Family of Humanity Chris Northrup - The Three Feather Day Offering The recipients of our July and August community outreach offerings are the MACC Food Pantry, the Hockanum Valley Food Pantry, and the CT Mutual Aid East of the River food security program, along with the TLC Foundation. As a reminder, you can also donate on our website. There's a yellow donate button in the top center of the home page. Offering Music "Song Without Words" by Mary Bopp Poetry André Thouin - Love in the Darkness Marian Vitali - My Legs are Flowers in a Field Dottie Reiss - One Day Rosemary Lockard - Little Birdie Musical Interlude Poetry Sheila Foran - Remember Andy Ricci - Earth Mover Cory Clark - The Miracle Gina Campellone - God Says Yes to Me & A Memo to Alice Closing Hymn #83 "Winds Be Still" Words: Richard S. Kimball Music: Samuel Sebastian Wesley Winds be still. Storm clouds pass and silence come. Peace grace this time with harmony. Fly, bird of hope, and shine, light of love, and in calm let all find tranquility. Bird fly high. Lift our gaze toward distant view. Help us to sense life's mystery. Fly high and far, and lead us each to see how we move through the winds of eternity. Light shine in. Luminate our inward view. Help us to see with clarity. Shine bright and true so we may join our songs in new sounds that become full symphony. Extinguishing the Chalice and Closing Words "The Flame in Our Hearts Never Ceases Burning." Closing Circle May faith in the spirit of life And hope for the community of earth And love of the light in each other Be ours now, and in all the days to come.

< To Upcoming Services Sep 24, 2026 Science and Religion Discussion Group Where do science and religion meet? Where are they in opposition? Meet 4th Thursdays at 4:30 in the Chapel, and on Zoom. Contact Chris Larson for the Zoom link. #SeptemberNewsletter Where do science and religion meet? Where are they in opposition? Meet 4th Thursdays at 4:30 in the Chapel, and on Zoom. Contact Chris Larson for the Zoom link. #SeptemberNewsletter OOS Sermon YouTube

What's happening at UUSE? Lots of things. So many events here to keep your mind occupied and your hands busy. Coffee House August 30, 2026 Join us for our annual coffee house service at which many of our UUSE musicians and poets share their talents. This service has become a beloved end-of-summer tradition for us. Alwa... Labor in the Pulpit . September 6, 2026 Sunday, September 6th: Labor in the Pulpit. This Labor Day weekend we’re participating in “Labor in the Pulpit,” a program of the AFL-CIO. We’ll be joined by the president of the Co... Calendar of Upcoming Events Contact the office for details - email: info@uuse.org phone: 860.646.5151 Refresh Friday 8/28/26 Read More Music Salon Unplugged Music Salon Unplugged Join the Musical Fun! Friday, August 28th, 6:30 p.m. Time to start thinking "Music Salon" again! It's coming up on August 28th at 6:30 p.m. If you like music a... Sunday 8/30/26 Read More Protest Music Sing-Along Concert Protest Music Sing-Along Concert Sunday, August 30th, 2:00 P.M. - 4:00 P.M. Center Memorial Park in Manchester Join UUSE and Emanuel Lutheran Church for a joint sing-along in Center... Monday 8/31/26 Read More AA - Mondays at Noon! Every Monday at Noon Tuesday 9/1/26 Read More Buddhist Group Buddhist Group meets at 7 PM on Zoom the first Tuesday of the month for meditation and discussion of a Buddhist perspective on the monthly ministry theme. Email Nancy Thompson at uu... Wednesday 9/2/26 Read More Yoga!! All are welcome to these gentle-to-moderate yoga classes for all abilities. $5 drop-in fee. Bring a yoga mat (we have some extras). Bring a friend! Questions to: Susan at uuseoffice... Thursday 9/3/26 Read More Manchester Women's Sacred Singing Circle- Every Thursday at 7 PM We sing songs and chants from a variety of traditions, including some written by women from circles around the country, including our own. All are about the e... Sunday 9/6/26 Read More Sunday, August 30th: Coffee House . Join us for our annual coffee house service, at which many of our UUSE musicians and poets share their talents. This service has become a beloved end-of-summer tradition for us. Always fun, always meaningful, always a wonderful reflection of the diversity and passion within the UUSE community. Coordinator: Rev. Josh Pawelek. Sunday, September 6th: Labor in the Pulpit. This Labor Day weekend we’re participating in “Labor in the Pulpit,” a program of the AFL-CIO. We’ll be joined by the president of the Co... Sunday 9/6/26 Read More Stop & Shop Cards Sales This Sunday, Stop & Shop cards will be sold on the first Sunday of the month after the 10:00 A.M. service. We now can use debit or credit cards for these purchases. Come support thi... Monday 9/7/26 Read More AA - Mondays at Noon- Every Monday at Noon Tuesday 9/8/26 Read More ROMEOS Retired Old Men Eating Out, or The ROMEOs, is a social group that gets together once a month for lunch. Contact the office for details. Tuesday 9/8/26 Read More Book Lovers The Book Lovers meet in person and simultaneously on Zoom every second Tuesday from 3:30 to 5:00 PM. You are welcome even if you haven’t finished the book. The link is sent out the ... Wednesday 9/9/26 Read More Yoga- All are welcome to these gentle-to-moderate yoga classes for all abilities. $5 drop-in fee. Bring a yoga mat (we have some extras). Bring a friend! Questions to: Susan at uuseoffice... More...

Music plays a key role in our services and in our congregational life. Worship Sunday Services Schedule September Ministry Theme: Beginnings Join us at 10 AM. The 10 AM Zoom service login and call-in information is shared through the congregational eblasts on Wednesdays and Saturdays. Starting September 13th, join us at 9 or 11 AM. The 11 AM Zoom service login and call-in information is shared through the congregational eblasts on Wednesdays and Saturdays. Subscribe to the eblast by sending a message to uuseoffice@uuse.org or call the UUSE office at 860-646-5151. Sunday Service: "Coffee House" Join us for our annual coffee house service at which many of our UUSE musicians and poets share their talents. This service has become a beloved end-of-summer tradition for us. Always fun, always meaningful, always a wonderful reflection of the diversity and passion within the UUSE community. Coordinator: Rev. Josh Pawelek. Summer Schedule Sunday, August 30 at 10:00 A.M. - Updated #eBlast -08-26 Sunday, September 6th: Labor in the Pulpit . This Labor Day weekend we’re participating in “Labor in the Pulpit,” a program of the AFL-CIO. We’ll be joined by the president of the Connecticut AFL-CIO, Ed Hawthorne. Mr. Hawthorne is a skilled organizer and speaker. We’ll have an opportunity to engage in dialogue with him about the state of the labor movement in Connecticut and nationally. Coordinators: Rev. Josh Pawelek and Rob Napier. Return to two services, 9 or 11 AM. Sunday, September 13th: Homecoming . All-Congregational service. This morning we kick off our congregational year. We’ll review our covenant, principles and values. We’ll bless backpacks (briefcases, purses, bags, etc.), and we’ll celebrate with our homecoming picnic following the 11:00 service. Coordinators: Emmy Galbraith, Mary Bopp, Rev. Josh Pawelek. Sunday, September 20th: Beginnings. Our ministry theme for September is, appropriately, beginnings. Rev. Josh delivers his first sermon of the congregational year—on beginnings. Let’s look forward to a year full of spiritual growth, learning, exploration, justice-seeking, service, and beloved community. Coordinator: Rev. Josh Pawelek. Sunday, September 27th: Building a UU Justice Movement in Connecticut! This morning we welcome the Rev. Sierra-Marie Gerfao into our pulpit. Rev. Gerfao is the executive director of the newly-founded CT UU Social Justice Ministry. She’ll preach on her vision for this ministry and how all of us can participate in it. Coordinator: Rev. Josh Pawelek. 8/30/26 Coffee House Join us for our annual coffee house service at which many of our UUSE musicians and poets share their talents. This service has become a beloved end-of-summer tradition for us. Always fun, always meaningful, always a wonderful reflection of the diversity and passion within the UUSE community. Coordinator: Rev. Josh Pawelek. Summer Schedule #eBlast-08-26 9/6/26 Labor in the Pulpit . Sunday, September 6th: Labor in the Pulpit. This Labor Day weekend we’re participating in “Labor in the Pulpit,” a program of the AFL-CIO. We’ll be joined by the president of the Connecticut AFL-CIO, Ed Hawthorne. Mr. Hawthorne is a skilled organizer and speaker. We’ll have an opportunity to engage in dialogue with him about the state of the labor movement in Connecticut and nationally. Coordinators: Rev. Josh Pawelek and Rob Napier.Return to two services, 9 or 11 AM. 9/13/26 Homecoming . Sunday, September 13th: Homecoming. All-Congregational service. This morning we kick off our congregational year. We’ll review our covenant, principles and values. We’ll bless backpacks (briefcases, purses, bags, etc.), and we’ll celebrate with our homecoming picnic following the 11:00 service. Coordinators: Emmy Galbraith, Mary Bopp, Rev. Josh Pawelek. 9/20/26 Beginnings. Sunday, September 20th: Beginnings. Our ministry theme for September is, appropriately, beginnings. Rev. Josh delivers his first sermon of the congregational year—on beginnings. Let’s look forward to a year full of spiritual growth, learning, exploration, justice-seeking, service, and beloved community. Coordinator: Rev. Josh Pawelek. 9/27/26 Building a UU Justice Movement in Connecticut! Sunday, September 27th: Building a UU Justice Movement in Connecticut! This morning we welcome the Rev. Sierra-Marie Gerfao into our pulpit. Rev. Gerfao is the executive director of the newly-founded CT UU Social Justice Ministry. She’ll preach on her vision for this ministry and how all of us can participate in it. Coordinator: Rev. Josh Pawelek.