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< To Upcoming Services Watch the eBlast for the next scheduled A New Piece of Art Gifted To UUSE! A New Piece of Art Gifted To UUSE! There's a new painting now hanging in the UUSE Program Room! This pastel painting, entitled "We Are One" and created by Eric Vogel, is a montage of hands. The nine vignettes of hands represent how we are a community of creative and compassionate people sharing the same values. The center vignette showing cupped hands holding a lighted candle is representative of our flaming chalice emitting light from the darkness that unites us all. We will hold a brief dedication ceremony for this painting prior to our Annual Meeting on May 18th. #eBlast-04-02 A New Piece of Art Gifted To UUSE! There's a new painting now hanging in the UUSE Program Room! This pastel painting, entitled "We Are One" and created by Eric Vogel, is a montage of hands. The nine vignettes of hands represent how we are a community of creative and compassionate people sharing the same values. The center vignette showing cupped hands holding a lighted candle is representative of our flaming chalice emitting light from the darkness that unites us all. We will hold a brief dedication ceremony for this painting prior to our Annual Meeting on May 18th. #eBlast -04-02 OOS Sermon YouTube

Fun and fellowship! A typical meeting might include time to check in, discuss events or topics of interest, enjoy games, movies, or other activities. Opportunities for community service and other special events such as outings or parties are also offered throughout the year. < Back Junior Youth Group (Gr 6-8) Fun and fellowship! A typical meeting might include time to check in, discuss events or topics of interest, enjoy games, movies, or other activities. Opportunities for community service and other special events such as outings or parties are also offered throughout the year. Previous Next

< To Upcoming Services Nov 3, 2024 America the Beautiful As we approach election day, Rev. Josh reflects on what is noble and good about the United States of America, and what is at stake as voters go to the polls. No matter the outcome on November 5th, how do we support each other in the aftermath? How do we, together, remain true to the American vision peace, liberty and justice for all? Coordinator: Rev. Josh Pawelek. #eBlast-10-30 Sunday, November 3rd: Election Day I Tuesday, November 5th is a big day for the United States of America. On the Sundays surrounding the election, Rev. Josh will address what’s at stake in this election. What’s at stake for us as UUs and liberal religious people? What’s at stake for our communities? What’s at stake for country? Our November ministry theme is repair. Rev. Josh sincerely hopes these services can focus on repair, but so much remains unknown. And there is so much at stake. Coordinator: Rev. Josh Pawelek . #NovemberNewsletter OOS Sermon YouTube

Ladies at Lunch Ladies at Lunch meet on 2nd Thursdays or Fridays. Check the eBlast for location and day. < Previous Next Meeting Next >

< To Upcoming Services Watch the eBlast for the next scheduled Yule The UUSE Pagan Group will be holding a ritual for the Yule holiday on December 17 at 1 PM at UUSE. Weather permitting, we may be able to have a fire outside. If not, we'll light up the sanctuary to celebrate the return of light. For more info or to get involved, contact Sandy Johnson. The UUSE Pagan Group will be holding a ritual for the Yule holiday on December 17 at 1 PM at UUSE. Weather permitting, we may be able to have a fire outside. If not, we'll light up the sanctuary to celebrate the return of light. For more info or to get involved, contact Sandy Johnson. OOS Sermon YouTube

ccbb058a-40e1-4df0-b475-efaf1b84d507 < Back to Newsletter December Newsletter Article < Previous Article Next Article > 2026 Goods & Services Auction January 31, 2026 One of UUSE’s Biggest Fun(d)raisers!! Mark your calendar now for Fun, Food & Friends!! Here’s what to expect: Saucy Cook-Off 2.0: The competition is hot and heavy for the title of ‘UUSE Top Chef.’ Jump into the contest with your terrific tetrazzini or perfect pesto. Then everyone enjoys a luscious free pasta dinner prepared by UU friends who want YOUR votes! Going, going, gone!! Live Auction: Snag meals in members’ homes, special activities, vacation getaways, and Rev. Josh’s personalized sermon only at the meetinghouse on January 31! For the Kids: No grownups allowed! Lots of low-cost items at the Kids Bid Table, and ONLY children can bid! There will also be fun activities and childcare available. Watch your email for a special eBlast on how you can help FILL THE CATALOG WITH EXCITING DONATIONS! #DecemberNewsletter Contact Information modified in accordance with UUSE Privacy Policies.

< To Upcoming Services Watch the eBlast for the next scheduled Beth Gray Interment Beth Gray Interment The ceremony to inter the ashes of former UUSE member, Beth Gray, will take place in the UUSE memorial garden on Saturday, May 24th, at 11:00 A.M. All are welcome. Questions? Contact Rev. Josh. #eBlast-05-21 Beth Gray Interment The ceremony to inter the ashes of former UUSE member, Beth Gray, will take place in the UUSE memorial garden on Saturday, May 24th , at 11:00 A.M. All are welcome. Questions? Contact Rev. Josh. #eBlast -05-21 OOS Sermon YouTube

3cbab4a1-08ec-4de5-b7dc-ee1837d5e153 < Back to Newsletter December Newsletter Article < Previous Article Next Article > Come Sing, Chant, and Reconnect With Us! Save These Kirtan Dates – L ed by Heart-Centered Kirtan with Libby Volckening, Dan Thomas, Zach Gregory, Chris Ball, and Brie Sullivan. No experience needed! Sunday, 3 PM, February 22, 2026 Sunday, 3 PM, March 22, 2026 Sunday, 3 PM, May 17, 2026 Suggested Donation: $20 (more or less is always OK—no one turned away). Scent-Free: Please no incense, perfume, or essential oils. Seating: Chairs provided. Some cushions. Best to bring a cushion if you prefer floor seating. For more info: https://www.uuse.org/regular-events/kirtan Unitarian Universalist Society East, 153 Vernon Street West, Manchester, CT Sudha, Central CT Community Kirtan And the UUSE Music Committee #DecemberNewsletter Contact Information modified in accordance with UUSE Privacy Policies.

< To Upcoming Services Watch the eBlast for the next scheduled Sunday Service: "Let's Imagine Together" Sunday Service: "Let's Imagine Together" Our ministry theme for May is Imagination. Rev. Josh will review what the scientific literature has to say about imagination and make the case that we all need to use our imagination more frequently! Coordinator: Rev. Josh Pawelek. Services at 9:00 and 11:00 A.M. Sunday, May 4, 2025 Gathering music starts at 8:55 and 10:55 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 link to our 4/27/25 service, "Earth Day." #eBlast-04-30 Sunday Service: "Let's Imagine Together" Our ministry theme for May is Imagination. Rev. Josh will review what the scientific literature has to say about imagination and make the case that we all need to use our imagination more frequently! Coordinator : Rev. Josh Pawelek. Services at 9:00 and 11:00 A.M. Sunday, May 4, 2025 Gathering music starts at 8:55 and 10:55 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 link to our 4/27/25 service, "Earth Day." #eBlast -04-30 OOS Sermon YouTube

< To Upcoming Services Watch the eBlast for the next scheduled NEW ENGLAND PRIDE 247-365 CONCERT New England PRIDE 247-365 Concert New England PRIDE 247-365 will perform an eclectic mix of material spanning the decades, celebrating queer composers, lyricists, poets, icons and women. An intergenerational collective of queer performers and allies and based in Hartford, they will be performing at UUSE on Sunday, May 4th at 3:00 P.M. There is a $15 voluntary donation. #eBlast-04-30 New England PRIDE 247-365 Concert New England PRIDE 247-365 will perform an eclectic mix of material spanning the decades, celebrating queer composers, lyricists, poets, icons and women. An intergenerational collective of queer performers and allies and based in Hartford, they will be performing at UUSE on Sunday, May 4th at 3:00 P.M. There is a $15 voluntary donation. #eBlast -04-30 OOS Sermon YouTube

< To Upcoming Services Watch the eBlast for the next scheduled Sunday Service: "General Assembly Sunday Worship" Sunday Service: "General Assembly Sunday Worship" This morning we will join this year's UU General Assembly Sunday worship via live stream. Worship will begin at 11:00 A.M. Join us as we come together to celebrate Unitarian Universalism. Coordinator: Vivian Carlson Special time: 11:00 A.M. Sunday, June 22, 2025 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#. #eBlast-06-18 Sunday Service: "General Assembly Sunday Worship" This morning we will join this year's UU General Assembly Sunday worship via live stream. Worship will begin at 11:00 A.M. Join us as we come together to celebrate Unitarian Universalism. Coordinator : Vivian Carlson Special time: 11:00 A.M. Sunday, June 22, 2025 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#. #eBlast -06-18 OOS Sermon YouTube

< To Upcoming Services Watch the eBlast for the next scheduled Annual Appeal 2025 Our theme for this year’s Annual Appeal is “Strengthen Our Connections.” This idea is especially important this year in the swirl of unrest here and around the world. We are grateful for our community of faith where we are free to express our thoughts and feelings without fear of reprisal. We are grateful for our faith partners in the quest for a more just and caring world. The Annual Appeal began in March and you should have received a letter with information on our accomplishments from this past year and our aspirations for the next fiscal year (July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026). The letter and forms are on our website at uuse.org. We have asked each member and friend to complete a pledge form and electronic funds transfer (EFT) form (if desired) and return to the church office by April 6. Please consider this a friendly reminder to send your pledge if you haven’t done so. A steward may contact you if we haven’t received your pledge. DON’T FORGET TO TAKE ADVANTAGE OF THE TWO CHALLENGE GRANTS AVAILABLE! The Annual Appeal ends on Sunday, April 6. We look forward to your support of UUSE’s mission in the wider community and our day-to-day operation. Thank you for your contribution. The Stewardship Committee: Louisa Graver, Larry Lunden, Stan McMillen, Patricia Wildes and Phil Sawyer #AprilNewsletter Our theme for this year’s Annual Appeal is “Strengthen Our Connections.” This idea is especially important this year in the swirl of unrest here and around the world. We are grateful for our community of faith where we are free to express our thoughts and feelings without fear of reprisal. We are grateful for our faith partners in the quest for a more just and caring world. The Annual Appeal began in March and you should have received a letter with information on our accomplishments from this past year and our aspirations for the next fiscal year (July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026). The letter and forms are on our website at uuse.org. We have asked each member and friend to complete a pledge form and electronic funds transfer (EFT) form (if desired) and return to the church office by April 6. Please consider this a friendly reminder to send your pledge if you haven’t done so. A steward may contact you if we haven’t received your pledge. DON’T FORGET TO TAKE ADVANTAGE OF THE TWO CHALLENGE GRANTS AVAILABLE! The Annual Appeal ends on Sunday, April 6. We look forward to your support of UUSE’s mission in the wider community and our day-to-day operation. Thank you for your contribution. The Stewardship Committee: Louisa Graver, Larry Lunden, Stan McMillen, Patricia Wildes and Phil Sawyer #AprilNewsletter OOS Sermon YouTube