< To Upcoming Services Watch the eBlast for the next scheduled Fall Clean-up, Fall Clean-up Saturday, November 15th, 9:00 A.M. to noon What's the bit that you can do to care for the land UUSE inhabits? Join the Building & Grounds Committee for the annual Fall Clean-up on Saturday, November 15th, 9:00 A.M. to noon. Bring what you have for raking and pruning and we'll supply the rest: snacks, coffee, cider, equipment, guidance and a few laughs. Children and youth with responsible adults are especially invited. We can share with you what we have learned about ecological landscaping. Contact Cory Clark or Jane Osborn for more information. #eBlast-11-12 Fall Clean-up Saturday, November 15th, 9:00 A.M. to noon What's the bit that you can do to care for the land UUSE inhabits? Join the Building & Grounds Committee for the annual Fall Clean-up on Saturday, November 15th , 9:00 A.M. to noon. Bring what you have for raking and pruning and we'll supply the rest: snacks, coffee, cider, equipment, guidance and a few laughs. Children and youth with responsible adults are especially invited. We can share with you what we have learned about ecological landscaping. Contact Cory Clark or Jane Osborn for more information. #eBlast -11-12 OOS Sermon YouTube

< To Upcoming Services Watch the eBlast for the next scheduled Come Sing with Us Do you love to sing? Do you love to have fun? You don't have to audition. If you can sing in your car, you can sing with the UUSE Choir! Weekly rehearsals start on Wednesday, March 5th at 7:15 P.M. in preparation for the Holiday Music Services on April 20th. All ages welcome. For more information, contact Mary Bopp at music@uuse.org #FebruaryNewsletter Do you love to sing? Do you love to have fun? You don't have to audition. If you can sing in your car, you can sing with the UUSE Choir! Weekly rehearsals start on Wednesday, March 5th at 7:15 P.M. in preparation for the Holiday Music Services on April 20th. All ages welcome. For more information, contact Mary Bopp at music@uuse.org #FebruaryNewsletter OOS Sermon YouTube

< To Upcoming Services Watch the eBlast for the next scheduled Peter Mayer Minnesota's Peter Mayer has been singing and songwriting full-time for over 20 years, performing in venues across the United States and beyond. He writes songs for a small planet--songs that celebrate life on earth and the mysterious and wondrous fact of our existence--songs about the vast cosmos that surrounds us and how we are a part of it all. He also writes songs about dress hats, pumpkins and pajamas, and even love and freight trains just like a good folk musician should. His music has been performed by artists like Kathy Mattea, David Wilcox, Claudia Schmidt, Anne Hills, Priscilla Herdman, Darryl Purpose, Billy Jonas, and Ronny Cox, to name a few. His work has been included in song books, church hymnals, and folk radio playlists across the country. Peter has eleven albums to his credit, and has sold over 100,000 of them. He lives in Stillwater, Minnesota with his wife and two daughters. Tickets can be purchased in advance on line at https://tinyurl.com/4mrf2632 Or $25 at the door. OOS Sermon YouTube

< To Upcoming Services Watch the eBlast for the next scheduled Author Event with S. J. Taylor Author Event with S. J. Taylor Sunday, April 13th, 1:00 P.M. at UUSE New UUSE member, S. J. Taylor, is the author of Madsi the True, a children's fantasy book steeped in Norwegian folklore. She is also the author of "The Witch of Festa Falls" in the Being Ace anthology--a short story likewise steeped in Norwegian folklore and featuring Birga, who grows up to become the village witch in Madsi the True. Ms. Taylor will read from Madsi the True and discuss her work Copies of all her books will be available for purchase. Proceeds will go to UUSE. This event is sponsored by the UUSE Children and Youth Ministry and Adult Religious Education Committees. For more information, contact the UUSE office at (860) 646-5151. #eBlast-04-09 Author Event with S. J. Taylor Sunday, April 13th, 1:00 P.M. at UUSE New UUSE member, S. J. Taylor, is the author of Madsi the True , a children's fantasy book steeped in Norwegian folklore. She is also the author of "The Witch of Festa Falls" in the Being Ace anthology--a short story likewise steeped in Norwegian folklore and featuring Birga, who grows up to become the village witch in Madsi the True . Ms. Taylor will read from Madsi the True and discuss her work Copies of all her books will be available for purchase. Proceeds will go to UUSE. This event is sponsored by the UUSE Children and Youth Ministry and Adult Religious Education Committees. For more information, contact the UUSE office at (860) 646-5151. #eBlast -04-09 OOS Sermon YouTube

< To Upcoming Services Sep 27, 2026 Intro to Unitarian Universalism Intro to Unitarian Universalism Sunday, September 27, 1:00 to 4:00 P.M. - Garden Level Chapel Please attend our next Intro to UU. Rev. Josh Pawelek and the Membership Committee invite you to an informative seminar which will include a brief history and background of our theology, UUSE's mission, programs and facilities, an opportunity to meet others interested in Unitarian Universalism and a sharing of stories about what brings us together. There is no cost or obligation. To register, please contact Annie Gentile at (860) 646-5151 or uuseoffice@uuse.org . RSVP by Thursday, September 24th and let us know if you will need childcare. We hope you will join us! Coffeehouse & Open Mic #eBlast-09-16 Intro to Unitarian Universalism Sunday, September 27, 1:00 to 4:00 P.M. - Garden Level Chapel Please attend our next Intro to UU. Rev. Josh Pawelek and the Membership Committee invite you to an informative seminar which will include a brief history and background of our theology, UUSE's mission, programs and facilities, an opportunity to meet others interested in Unitarian Universalism and a sharing of stories about what brings us together. There is no cost or obligation. To register, please contact Annie Gentile at (860) 646-5151 or uuseoffice@uuse.org . RSVP by Thursday, September 24th and let us know if you will need childcare. We hope you will join us! Coffeehouse & Open Mic #eBlast -09-16 OOS Sermon YouTube

< To Upcoming Services Dec 29, 2024 Sunday Service Lessons from 2024 One Service Only at 10:00AM - As we approach the new year, perhaps with apprehension, we take time today to look back with positivity at the year now ending. As has become tradition at UUSE, three people will reflect on what they learned in 2024. Speakers: Micah Baxter, Maureen Flanagan and Pat Eaton-Robb. #eBlast-12-03 Sunday, December 29, one service at 10:00 AM : Lessons from 2024 . Speakers: Micah Baxter, Maureen Flanagan, and Pat Eaton-Robb. Coordinators: Martha Larson & Ellen Williams. #JanuaryNewsletter OOS Sermon YouTube

< To Upcoming Services Watch the eBlast for the next scheduled SUNDIALS: Out from the Shadows (A Cliff Pelletier Memorial Lecture) Monday, October 6th, 7 PM Expert Fred Sawyer will provide an overview of the 3,500-year history of the sundial as a scientific device -- perhaps humanity's first. Over that period, the sundial has changed in diverse ways to accommodate our evolving concept of what it means to measure time. Many varieties of sundials will be discussed and illustrated with slides and actual instruments on display. Time will be allocated for the audience to ask questions about how the various unusual and unfamiliar dials work to let us order our days. This event is in memorial honor of UUSE member Cliff Pelletier, who loved science and was very generous to UUSE. Fred Sawyer is a retired actuary and longtime member of UUSE. He graduated from Yale and the U. of Pittsburgh with degrees in Mathematics and Philosophy and the History of Philosophy and Science. He is the President and editor of the North American Sundial Society and the Patron of the British Sundial Society. He is a featured speaker each year at the NASS conference in the U.S. and Canada and the BSS conference in England. He has provided the layouts for a number of sundials in Connecticut and has published nine books on Sciatherics -- the study of sundials. This event is appropriate for adults and high school students. Unitarian Universalist Society East -- 153 Vernon St. West, Vernon, CT. #OctoberNewsletter Monday, October 6th, 7 PM Expert Fred Sawyer will provide an overview of the 3,500-year history of the sundial as a scientific device -- perhaps humanity's first. Over that period, the sundial has changed in diverse ways to accommodate our evolving concept of what it means to measure time. Many varieties of sundials will be discussed and illustrated with slides and actual instruments on display. Time will be allocated for the audience to ask questions about how the various unusual and unfamiliar dials work to let us order our days. This event is in memorial honor of UUSE member Cliff Pelletier, who loved science and was very generous to UUSE. Fred Sawyer is a retired actuary and longtime member of UUSE. He graduated from Yale and the U. of Pittsburgh with degrees in Mathematics and Philosophy and the History of Philosophy and Science. He is the President and editor of the North American Sundial Society and the Patron of the British Sundial Society. He is a featured speaker each year at the NASS conference in the U.S. and Canada and the BSS conference in England. He has provided the layouts for a number of sundials in Connecticut and has published nine books on Sciatherics -- the study of sundials. This event is appropriate for adults and high school students. Unitarian Universalist Society East -- 153 Vernon St. West, Vernon, CT. #OctoberNewsletter OOS Sermon YouTube

< To Upcoming Services Watch the eBlast for the next scheduled Choir Rehearsal! Do you love to sing? Do you love to have fun? If you answered “yes” to these questions you can sing with the UUSE Choir! You don't have to audition. Check the weekly eBlast and monthly Newsletters for rehearsals dates. All ages welcome. For more information, contact Mary Bopp at music@uuse.org . OOS Sermon YouTube

< To Upcoming Services Sep 15, 2024 Sitting at the Messianic Table. Our ministry theme for September is Invitation. Rev. Josh explores Jesus' parable of the messianic table. Who is invited to sit at that table? How does that invitation speak to us 2000 years later? Coordinator: Rev. Josh Pawelek. #eBlast-09-11 Sunday, September 15th: Sitting at the Messianic Table . Our ministry theme for September is Invitation . Rev. Josh explores Jesus’ parable of the messianic table. Who is invited to sit at that table? How does that invitation speak to us 2000 years later? Coordinator: Rev. Josh Pawelek. OOS Sermon YouTube

< To Upcoming Services Watch the eBlast for the next scheduled Pizza Will Be Involved! Pizza Will Be Involved! Sunday, July 19 Come help spruce up the Garden Level on Sunday, July 19 after the 10 AM service. We'll tidy classrooms, clear out the clutter, and get our spaces ready for the year ahead. With pizza on hand and a larger group, it will be much more fun. Kids, teens, and adults are all welcome. Many hands really do make light work. RSVP to uusecym@uuse.org so we know how much pizza to order. #eBlast-07-15 Pizza Will Be Involved! Sunday, July 19 Come help spruce up the Garden Level on Sunday, July 19 after the 10 AM service . We'll tidy classrooms, clear out the clutter, and get our spaces ready for the year ahead. With pizza on hand and a larger group, it will be much more fun. Kids, teens, and adults are all welcome. Many hands really do make light work. RSVP to uusecym@uuse.org so we know how much pizza to order. #eBlast -07-15 OOS Sermon YouTube

< To Upcoming Services Feb 4, 2024 Reflecting God's Light into the Dark Places This Sunday we welcome Rabbi Randall Konigsburg of Beth Sholom B'nai Israel in Manchester to the pulpit. Rabbi Konigsburg will explore the ever-spiritual topic of meaning in our lives. Coordinator: Sande Hartdagen #eBlast-01-31 February 4: “What is the Meaning of Life?” This Sunday we welcome Rabbi Randall Konigsburg of Beth Sholom B'nai Israel in Manchester to the pulpit. Rabbi Konigsburg will explore the everspiritual topic of meaning in our lives. OOS Sermon YouTube

< To Upcoming Services Watch the eBlast for the next scheduled Special Screening: Dawnland Special Screening: Dawnland A documentary about cultural survival and stolen children Tuesday, May 27th, 7:00 to 9:00 P.M. in the Meeting Room For decades, child welfare authorities have been removing Native American children from their homes to "save them from being Indian." In Maine, the first official Truth and Reconciliation Commission in the United States begins a historic investigation. Dawnland goes behind-the scenes as this historic body grapples with difficult truths, redefines reconciliation and charts a new course for state and tribal relations. This event is co-sponsored by the Adult Religious Education and Social Justice/Anti-Oppression Committees. All are welcome. Adult themes include family separation, boarding school, adoption and fostering. For additional information or to receive a study guide email Meghan MacRae. #eBlast-05-21 Special Screening: Dawnland A documentary about cultural survival and stolen children Tuesday, May 27th, 7:00 to 9:00 P.M. in the Meeting Room For decades, child welfare authorities have been removing Native American children from their homes to "save them from being Indian." In Maine, the first official Truth and Reconciliation Commission in the United States begins a historic investigation. Dawnland goes behind-the scenes as this historic body grapples with difficult truths, redefines reconciliation and charts a new course for state and tribal relations. This event is co-sponsored by the Adult Religious Education and Social Justice/Anti-Oppression Committees. All are welcome. Adult themes include family separation, boarding school, adoption and fostering. For additional information or to receive a study guide email Meghan MacRae . #eBlast -05-21 OOS Sermon YouTube