< To Upcoming Services Oct 29, 2023 Connected to Ancestors. Join us for our all-congregational celebration of Samhain or Ancestor Day. Peggy Gagne leads us in our Pagan ritual of Calling the Quarters and Emmy Galbraith shares a story for all about the power of connection. Following the service, children will trick or treat for UNICEF. Coordinators: Beth Hankins and Vivian Carlson #eBlast-10-25 OOS Sermon YouTube

< To Upcoming Services Nov 5, 2023 Beacons Who Light Our Way. As we reach for inspiration in these times, our peace-building spiritual ancestors feed us with their light. We'll meet three women: dialogue leader Dr. Paula Green, activist Juanita Nelson, and from a hundred years ago, pacifist Unitarian minister Rev. Anita Pickett. Led by Rev. Sarah Pirtle, award-winning author and musician. Coordinator: Martha Larson #eBlast-11-01 As we reach for inspiration in these times, our peace-building spiritual ancestors feed us with their light. We’ll meet three women: dialogue leader Dr. Paula Green, activist Juanita Nelson, and from a hundred years ago, pacifist Unitarian minister Rev. Anita Pickett. Led by Rev. Sarah Pirtle, award-winning author and musician. Guest: Rev. Sarah Pirtle Coordinator(s): Martha Larson OOS Sermon YouTube

< To Upcoming Services Feb 1, 2026 The Nature of Resilience "The Nature of Resilience" As the light returns and the natural world begins to stir, we reflect on nature's many lessons in resilience. Coordinators : Paula Baker & Stacey Musulin. Services at 9:00 and 11:00 A.M. #eBlast-01-28 "The Nature of Resilience" As the light returns and the natural world begins to stir, we reflect on nature's many lessons in resilience. Coordinators : Paula Baker & Stacey Musulin. Services at 9:00 and 11:00 A.M. Sunday, February 1, 2026 #eBlast -01-28 OOS Sermon YouTube

< 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

< To Upcoming Services Watch the eBlast for the next scheduled Yuletide Festival Yuletide Festival Saturday, December 6th at USH As we approach the Winter Solstice and the season of holidays and celebrations, the Unitarian Society of Hartford is planning a holiday event--the Yuletide Festival. USH would love to invite and include UU friends and families from nearby congregations to celebrate with them on what is sure to be a fun and festive day. The event will host craft workshops, a vendor area and an ongoing lineup of musicians throughout the day. Members of UUSE are invited to reach out if they would like to perform, participate, volunteer or set up a vendor stall. They are looking forward to sharing talent, sharing time, making new friends, and making magic this coming Yuletide. For more information, call (860) 233-9897 or email uuseoffice@uuse.org . #eBlast-12-03 Yuletide Festival Saturday, December 6th at USH As we approach the Winter Solstice and the season of holidays and celebrations, the Unitarian Society of Hartford is planning a holiday event--the Yuletide Festival. USH would love to invite and include UU friends and families from nearby congregations to celebrate with them on what is sure to be a fun and festive day. The event will host craft workshops, a vendor area and an ongoing lineup of musicians throughout the day. Members of UUSE are invited to reach out if they would like to perform, participate, volunteer or set up a vendor stall. They are looking forward to sharing talent, sharing time, making new friends, and making magic this coming Yuletide. For more information, call (860) 233-9897 or email uuseoffice@uuse.org . #eBlast -12-03 OOS Sermon YouTube

< To Upcoming Services Watch the eBlast for the next scheduled Greater Hartford U.U.'s at Dunkin Donuts Park On Saturday evening, August 1, 2026 Join the three area UU Societies (Fern Street, USH, and UUSE) at the Liberty Bank Pavilion, Dunkin Donuts Park. It's the picnic package, which will include standard ballpark fare and vegetarian options, free waters and soft drinks, and a chance to meet other UU's in the area. Doors and the picnic open at 4:30 with the game scheduled to start at 6:10 p.m. The picnic will remain open and serving food until about 7 p.m. A firework show follows the game. We are excited that the 3 Societies are exploring how we can work and play together, enjoy our UU values, and celebrate one another. Cost is $50 per person, but if you need help, financial assistance is available. Click here for the flyer! #MayNewsletter On Saturday evening, August 1, 2026 Join the three area UU Societies (Fern Street, USH, and UUSE) at the Liberty Bank Pavilion, Dunkin Donuts Park. It's the picnic package, which will include standard ballpark fare and vegetarian options, free waters and soft drinks, and a chance to meet other UU's in the area. Doors and the picnic open at 4:30 with the game scheduled to start at 6:10 p.m. The picnic will remain open and serving food until about 7 p.m. A firework show follows the game. We are excited that the 3 Societies are exploring how we can work and play together, enjoy our UU values, and celebrate one another. Cost is $50 per person, but if you need help, financial assistance is available. Click here for the flyer! #MayNewsletter OOS Sermon YouTube

< To Upcoming Services Oct 12, 2025 Finding My Way Out of the Darkness "Finding My Way Out of the Darkness" This morning, we welcome award-winning author Tony Ferraiolo to our pulpit. In conversation with Rev. Josh, Tony will discuss themes in his recent book, “Finding My Way Out of the Darkness: How I Found Love and Acceptance.” Coordinator: Rev. Josh Pawelek. Services at 9:00 and 11:00 A.M. #eBlast-10-08 "Finding My Way Out of the Darkness" Services at 9:00 and 11:00 A.M. Sunday, October 12, 2025 In Case You Missed It #eBlast -10-08 OOS Sermon YouTube

< To Upcoming Services Jun 1, 2025 Affirmation Sunday Service: "Affirmation" Affirmation is our long-standing 'coming-of-age' program for youth. This morning we honor and celebrate two UUSE youth who have participated in the Affirmation class over the past congregational year. They will share their credo statements, and we will hear form their mentors. Coordinators : Emmy Galbraith, Rev. Josh Pawelek Summer schedule: 10:00 A.M. service #eBlast-05-28 Sunday Service: "Affirmation" Affirmation is our long-standing 'coming-of-age' program for youth. This morning we honor and celebrate two UUSE youth who have participated in the Affirmation class over the past congregational year. They will share their credo statements, and we will hear form their mentors. Coordinators : Emmy Galbraith, Rev. Josh Pawelek Summer schedule: 10:00 A.M. service Sunday, June 1, 2025 In Case You Missed It: #eBlast -05-28 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

< To Upcoming Services Watch the eBlast for the next scheduled CT UU Social Justice Ministry Action Hours: CT UU Social Justice Ministry Action Hours: Trans Rights & Immigrant Rights The newly formed CT UU Social Justice Ministry (a statewide coalition) invites you to join two zoom "Action Hours." • Friday, February 20 at 4PM:We will write postcards to protect gender affirming care in our state (postcards provided) and will chat with special Guests Matthew Blinstrubas of Equality CT and Liz Gustafson of Reproductive Equity Now about their legislative agendas for this short CT legislative session. • Friday, February 27 at 4PM:Come share what you know about immigration justice and care work in your part of the state. We will learn from each other. Special guests and/or actions to be announced, but one thing we will do for sure is get a better sense of the work being done across the state to protect immigrants and learn more about the resources available to do this work. • Please RSVP here for one or both action hours on Zoom. #eBlast-02-18 CT UU Social Justice Ministry Action Hours: Trans Rights & Immigrant Rights The newly formed CT UU Social Justice Ministry (a statewide coalition) invites you to join two zoom "Action Hours." Friday, February 20 at 4PM: We will write postcards to protect gender affirming care in our state (postcards provided) and will chat with special Guests Matthew Blinstrubas of Equality CT and Liz Gustafson of Reproductive Equity Now about their legislative agendas for this short CT legislative session. Friday, February 27 at 4PM: Come share what you know about immigration justice and care work in your part of the state. We will learn from each other. Special guests and/or actions to be announced, but one thing we will do for sure is get a better sense of the work being done across the state to protect immigrants and learn more about the resources available to do this work. Please RSVP here for one or both action hours on Zoom. #eBlast -02-18 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 Watch the eBlast for the next scheduled Sound Healing with Maria Del Carmen Sound Healing with Maria Del Carmen Friday, April 17th at 7:00 P.M. at UUSE Join us as we host seasoned Sound Practitioner Maria del Carmen for this Sound Meditation series. Participants will be lying down or seated while Maria immerses them in the sounds of singing bowls, buffalo drums, and much more. Suggested donation is $20 but no one will be turned away. #eBlast-04-15 Sound Healing with Maria Del Carmen Friday, April 17th at 7:00 P.M. at UUSE Join us as we host seasoned Sound Practitioner Maria del Carmen for this Sound Meditation series. Participants will be lying down or seated while Maria immerses them in the sounds of singing bowls, buffalo drums, and much more. Suggested donation is $20 but no one will be turned away. #eBlast -04-15 OOS Sermon YouTube