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< To Upcoming Services Watch the eBlast for the next scheduled UU Resource for Caring for Aging Parents UU Resource for Caring for Aging Parents Are you looking for guidance when it comes to caring for aging parents? Consider the UU retreat and consultation offerings at Threshold Crossing. Their services explore a range of elder care issues, provide helpful information, and address your fears, communication challenges, and decision-making needs. These offerings are led by UU minister and hospice chaplain, the Rev. Jon Rehmus, and physical therapist and counselor on elder care issues, Katherine Orcutt. Premeditation of these issues is an alternative to what many families experience as a sudden and crisis-driven plunge into a long-term challenge. For individuals or couples, they offer a 20% discount for those registering for their May 29-31 or June 19-21, 2026 retreats. #eBlast-02-18 UU Resource for Caring for Aging Parents Are you looking for guidance when it comes to caring for aging parents? Consider the UU retreat and consultation offerings at Threshold Crossing . Their services explore a range of elder care issues, provide helpful information, and address your fears, communication challenges, and decision-making needs. These offerings are led by UU minister and hospice chaplain, the Rev. Jon Rehmus, and physical therapist and counselor on elder care issues, Katherine Orcutt. Premeditation of these issues is an alternative to what many families experience as a sudden and crisis-driven plunge into a long-term challenge. For individuals or couples, they offer a 20% discount for those registering for their May 29-31 or June 19-21, 2026 retreats. #eBlast -02-18 OOS Sermon YouTube

< To Upcoming Services Watch the eBlast for the next scheduled With Tabitha Sookdeo With Tabitha Sookdeo Tuesday Evening, May 6, 2025 at 7:00 P.M. The UUSE Social Justice/Anti-Oppression Committee welcomes Tabitha Sookdeo, Executive Director of Connecticut Students for a Dream, for an update on the status of Connecticut's TRUST Act. Ms. Sookdeo will join us by Zoom. UUSE members and friends are invited to join the SJ/AO committee at UUSE , or they can join online. Please contact Monica van Beusekom or Rev. Josh Pawelek for the login information. #eBlast-04-30 With Tabitha Sookdeo Tuesday Evening, May 6, 2025 at 7:00 P.M. The UUSE Social Justice/Anti-Oppression Committee welcomes Tabitha Sookdeo, Executive Director of Connecticut Students for a Dream, for an update on the status of Connecticut's TRUST Act. Ms. Sookdeo will join us by Zoom. UUSE members and friends are invited to join the SJ/AO committee at UUSE , or they can join online. Please contact Monica van Beusekom or Rev. Josh Pawelek for the login information. #eBlast -04-30 OOS Sermon YouTube

< To Upcoming Services Watch the eBlast for the next scheduled Sunday Service: "Caring for Parents, Children Sunday Service: "Caring for Parents, Children and Their Families in These Times" The Surgeon General states that parents are more stressed than perhaps ever before; our young people experience unprecedented mental health challenges; and the rights of our beloveds are at grave risk. Yet many families with children show up at our doors seeking community and care. What can we do as a congregation to best respond to the needs of our families? Coordinators: Emmy Galbraith and Vivian Carlson. Services at 9:00 and 11:00 A.M. Sunday, March 8, 2026 Gathering music starts at 8:50 and 10:50 A.M. Join the virtual service at 11:00 A.M. via our Zoom link: Contact the Office for Zoom Link. Or join by phone. Call 1-860-646-5151 Meeting ID 357 815 420#. In Case You Missed It: Click here for a Youtube video of the 2/22/28 service, "The Generous Spirit." Click here for a Youtube video of the 3/1/28 service, "Belonging and Thriving--Together!" #eBlast-03-04 Sunday Service: "Caring for Parents, Children  and Their Families in These Times" The Surgeon General states that parents are more stressed than perhaps ever before; our young people experience unprecedented mental health challenges; and the rights of our beloveds are at grave risk. Yet many families with children show up at our doors seeking community and care. What can we do as a congregation to best respond to the needs of our families? Coordinators : Emmy Galbraith and Vivian Carlson. Services at 9:00 and 11:00 A.M. Sunday, March 8, 2026 Gathering music starts at 8:50 and 10:50 A.M. Join the virtual service at 11:00 A.M. via our Zoom link: Contact the Office for Zoom Link . Or join by phone. Call 1-860-646-5151 Meeting ID 357 815 420#. In Case You Missed It: Click here for a Youtube video of the 2/22/28 service, "The Generous Spirit." Click here for a Youtube video of the 3/1/28 service, "Belonging and Thriving--Together!" #eBlast -03-04 OOS Sermon YouTube

< To Upcoming Services Watch the eBlast for the next scheduled FILL THE CATALOG WITH EXCITING DONATIONS! Online Auction: The online auction runs Monday, January 13, 8 AM through Friday, January 24, 10 PM at fundraiser.bid/uubid. Bid high and bid often! Share the link with friends and watch for new items. What can you donate that will thrill and amaze? Will you offer rides to the airport, a couple of hours of weeding, a photo scrapbook or house portrait? Do you have collectibles, sports equipment, a piece of art or something else that needs a new home? Contact your favorite merchants to ask for a donation – if you love a place, others will too. Email auction@uuse.org by January 1 to let us know what you’ll contribute. Meals to tickle the tastebuds! Meals are our most popular offerings. Italian dinners, picnic lunches, wine tasting, pool parties, DIY dessert classes, brunches by a lake … all sorts of culinary adventures are popular! What can you offer? ***Added in 2024!*** A buddy system for hosts!! Not everyone has the space, time AND the skills to host. If you would like to pair up with someone else, watch for the sign-up board in the lobby! Create a Themed Basket We ask committees, small groups etc to create themed baskets for a teacup raffle. We will display the baskets and sell tickets on Sunday, January 12 and 19. Drawing will be January 25. Claim your theme by January 1; capacity is only 10 baskets. Lend a Hand… It’s Fun and Rewarding The auction is one of our biggest fundraisers – and certainly the biggest party of the year. Can you spare an hour or two to help this event run smoothly? We need help with set up, clean up and during the event. Contact auction@uuse.org if you can take a shift. We look forward to seeing you! #JanuaryNewsletter Online Auction: The online auction runs Monday, January 13, 8 AM through Friday, January 24, 10 PM at fundraiser.bid/uubid. Bid high and bid often! Share the link with friends and watch for new items. What can you donate that will thrill and amaze? Will you offer rides to the airport, a couple of hours of weeding, a photo scrapbook or house portrait? Do you have collectibles, sports equipment, a piece of art or something else that needs a new home? Contact your favorite merchants to ask for a donation – if you love a place, others will too. Email auction@uuse.org by January 1 to let us know what you’ll contribute. Meals to tickle the tastebuds! Meals are our most popular offerings. Italian dinners, picnic lunches, wine tasting, pool parties, DIY dessert classes, brunches by a lake … all sorts of culinary adventures are popular! What can you offer? ***Added in 2024!*** A buddy system for hosts!! Not everyone has the space, time AND the skills to host. If you would like to pair up with someone else, watch for the sign-up board in the lobby! Create a Themed Basket We ask committees, small groups etc to create themed baskets for a teacup raffle. We will display the baskets and sell tickets on Sunday, January 12 and 19. Drawing will be January 25. Claim your theme by January 1; capacity is only 10 baskets. Lend a Hand… It’s Fun and Rewarding The auction is one of our biggest fundraisers – and certainly the biggest party of the year. Can you spare an hour or two to help this event run smoothly? We need help with set up, clean up and during the event. Contact auction@uuse.org if you can take a shift. We look forward to seeing you! #JanuaryNewsletter OOS Sermon YouTube

< To Upcoming Services Watch the eBlast for the next scheduled Gender Free Contra Dance Gender Free Contra Dance Saturday, September 19, 4:00 - 7:00 P.M. at the Meeting House Reconnect after summer break at the contra dance! Kick up your heels in joyous celebration of the season and community. Greenfield-based contra caller Liz Nelson is known for her clear, easy-to-follow teaching style and welcoming energy so folks of all ages and experience levels can find joy and success dancing. Rebecca Weiss and Friends will sweep you along with new tunes and old favorites! Newcomer workshop at 3:45 p.m. More info here. Admission $15, students $5, under 12 free. Free-will donation; no one turned away. All are welcome! Sponsored by the UUSE Committee. For more information, , contact contra@uuse.org or ask Jane Osborn and Meghan MacRae. #eBlast-09-02 Gender Free Contra Dance Saturday, September 19, 4:00 - 7:00 P.M. at the Meeting House Reconnect after summer break at the contra dance! Kick up your heels in joyous celebration of the season and community. Greenfield-based contra caller Liz Nelson is known for her clear, easy-to-follow teaching style and welcoming energy so folks of all ages and experience levels can find joy and success dancing. Rebecca Weiss and Friends will sweep you along with new tunes and old favorites! Newcomer workshop at 3:45 p.m. More info here . Admission $15, students $5, under 12 free. Free-will donation; no one turned away. All are welcome! Sponsored by the UUSE Committee. For more information, , contact contra@uuse.org or ask Jane Osborn and Meghan MacRae. #eBlast -09-02 OOS Sermon YouTube

< To Upcoming Services Aug 3, 2025 Bittersweet August Sunday Service: "Bittersweet August"  In this service, we explore the unique bittersweetness of August, when in the midst of our slow savoring of summer, we are reminded of its transition into shorter, busier, unfamiliar days ahead. Like all of life’s seasons, how do we remain present for the savoring and curious about the possibilities ahead? Coordinators : Sandy Karosi & Paula Baker. Summer schedule: 10:00 A.M. service #eBlast-07-30 Sunday Service: "Bittersweet August"  In this service, we explore the unique bittersweetness of August, when in the midst of our slow savoring of summer, we are reminded of its transition into shorter, busier, unfamiliar days ahead. Like all of life’s seasons, how do we remain present for the savoring and curious about the possibilities ahead? Coordinators : Sandy Karosi & Paula Baker. Summer schedule: 10:00 A.M. service Sunday, August 3, 2025 In case you missed it #eBlast -07-30 OOS Sermon YouTube

< To Upcoming Services Watch the eBlast for the next scheduled UUA General Assembly (GA) will be held June 19-25, 2025 in Baltimore and will be a hybrid format. Here are some important links for those interested in attending: UUA General Assembly (GA) will be held June 19-25, 2025 in Baltimore and will be a hybrid format. Here are some important links for those interested in attending: For general information about GA, click here. To register for GA, click here. For delegate information, click here. For an early draft of the business agenda for 2025, click here. UUSE is entitled to 8 delegates in 2025: 6 lay delegates, plus the minister and CYM director. For more information about being a delegate, please check out the links above and let Carrie Kocher, uuseoffice@uuse.org know if you have any questions or are interested in serving as a delegate. #eBlast-03-19 UUA General Assembly (GA) will be held June 19-25, 2025 in Baltimore and will be a hybrid format. Here are some important links for those interested in attending: For general information about GA, click here . To register for GA, click here . For delegate information, click here . For an early draft of the business agenda for 2025, click here . UUSE is entitled to 8 delegates in 2025: 6 lay delegates, plus the minister and CYM director. For more information about being a delegate, please check out the links above and let Carrie Kocher, uuseoffice@uuse.org know if you have any questions or are interested in serving as a delegate. #eBlast -03-19 OOS Sermon YouTube

< To Upcoming Services Watch the eBlast for the next scheduled Annie's Vacation Schedule and Wednesday E-blast Annie's Vacation Schedule and Wednesday E-blast July 5 - July 11 Please note that Annie will be away on vacation next week (July 5 through July 11). If you plan to come to the church during this time and are unsure if anyone will be there to let you in, please be sure to bring a key. Additionally, if you wish to have a notice included in the Wednesday, July 8 eblast, contact Susan Barlow. #eBlast-07-01 Annie's Vacation Schedule and Wednesday E-blast July 5 - July 11 Please note that Annie will be away on vacation next week (July 5 through July 11). If you plan to come to the church during this time and are unsure if anyone will be there to let you in, please be sure to bring a key. Additionally, if you wish to have a notice included in the Wednesday, July 8 eblast, contact Susan Barlow . #eBlast -07-01 OOS Sermon YouTube

< To Upcoming Services Jul 16, 2023 Among the Trees Throughout history, humans have looked to trees for inspiration, protection, food, and wisdom. This morning's service will be a combination of spiritual, practical, metaphorical, and scientific thoughts about why trees matter. Our two speakers, Emery Gluck, retired DEEP forester, and John Hankins, president of Joshua's Tract Conservation Trust, will share their experiences in Connecticut's forests. Coordinator(s): Beth Hankins and Sandy Karosi OOS Sermon YouTube

3d38ac72-d8f4-45bb-a756-37e4746b6061 < Back to Newsletter September Newsletter Article < Previous Article Next Article > 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 earth, healing, spirit, and, of course, women. Come late, leave early, or stay the whole time. Come every week or off and on, when you choose. But come! We have so much fun each week, we want you to join us in the laughter, song and community! #SeptemberNewsletter Contact Information modified in accordance with UUSE Privacy Policies.

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