< To Upcoming Services May 12, 2024 Longing to Belong: Reflections on Pluralism Since the founding of the Unitarian Universalist Association in 1961, religious, theological and spiritual pluralism have been central to our identity--and had been increasingly central to the identities of the precursor American Unitarian Association and Universalist Church of America. How do we experience and navigate pluralism today? In our congregations? In the wider society? Coordinator: Rev. Josh Pawelek #eBlast-05-08 OOS Sermon YouTube

< To Upcoming Services Watch the eBlast for the next scheduled SING, SING, SING! Sing, Sing, Sing! Please be a part of the July 13 Hymn Sing service. This is our second hybrid hymn sing, and in order to make it accessible to those on Zoom, we need to make slides of the lyrics. Therefore, hymns must be chosen in advance. EVERYONE - please send the title of your favorite hymn to Martha Larson at uuseoffice@uuse.org starting as soon as you read this. The most popular hymns will be chosen and perhaps some lesser known but worthy hymns as well. If you would like to speak in the service about why a particular hymn is important to you, please let Martha Know. A few short talks add meaning to the service - and give Mary a break! #eBlast-06-18 Sing, Sing, Sing! Please be a part of the July 13 Hymn Sing service . This is our second hybrid hymn sing, and in order to make it accessible to those on Zoom, we need to make slides of the lyrics. Therefore, hymns must be chosen in advance. EVERYONE - please send the title of your favorite hymn to Martha Larson at uuseoffice@uuse.org starting as soon as you read this. The most popular hymns will be chosen and perhaps some lesser known but worthy hymns as well. If you would like to speak in the service about why a particular hymn is important to you, please let Martha Know. A few short talks add meaning to the service - and give Mary a break! #eBlast -06-18 OOS Sermon YouTube

< To Upcoming Services Watch the eBlast for the next scheduled Article II talk Join us in the sanctuary on Saturday, February 17th at 10:00 a.m. for a multi-congregational virtual meeting on Zoom with members of the Article II study commission (who proposed the bylaw changes) to hear a bit about the proposal and get answers to our questions. Coffee and tea will be provided but no childcare. Program length is about 2 hours. Plan to stay afterwards for a talk-back if you wish to discuss further. If unable to come to the meetinghouse, register here to attend on Zoom. Questions? Contact Carrie Kocher at uuseoffice@uuse.org . #eBlast-02-14 Join us in the sanctuary on Saturday, February 17th at 10:00 a.m. for a multi-congregational virtual meeting on Zoom with members of the Article II study commission (who proposed the bylaw changes) to hear a bit about the proposal and get answers to our questions. Coffee and tea will be provided but no childcare. Program length is about 2 hours. Plan to stay afterwards for a talk-back if you wish to discuss further. If unable to come to the meetinghouse, register here to attend on Zoom. Questions? Contact Carrie Kocher at uuseoffice@uuse.org . #eBlast-02-14 OOS Sermon YouTube

< To Upcoming Services Watch the eBlast for the next scheduled UUSE Annual Appeal 2026/2027 Belonging and Thriving - Together Our theme for this year’s Annual Appeal is “Belonging and Thriving - Together.” As we are confronted with national uncertainty and discord, it is vitally important that we build and strengthen our connection to one another and to other supportive communities. Our shared dedication to community outreach and social justice is essential. Rev. Josh will kick off the Annual Appeal with the March 1 Sunday service. You should soon receive a letter with information on our accomplishments from this past year and our aspirations for the next fiscal year (July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2027). Again, this year we ask each member and friend to complete a pledge form and electronic funds transfer (EFT) form (if desired) and return to the church office. In addition, we will offer pledging potlucks to be together and share our hopes and dreams for UUSE. If you have not returned your letter or attended a potluck by March 17, a steward will contact you to see if they can provide assistance. Please let us know your plans for this year so that the church can plan accordingly. The Annual Appeal ends on Monday, April 6. We look forward to sharing our talents, time and treasure with you and this beloved community. Thank you for your contribution. The Stewardship Committee: Louisa Graver, Larry Lunden, Jean Knapp, Stan McMillen, Phil Sawyer, Jerry Myers, and Patricia Wildes #MarchNewsletter Belonging and Thriving - Together Our theme for this year’s Annual Appeal is “ Belonging and Thriving - Together. ” As we are confronted with national uncertainty and discord, it is vitally important that we build and strengthen our connection to one another and to other supportive communities. Our shared dedication to community outreach and social justice is essential. Rev. Josh will kick off the Annual Appeal with the March 1 Sunday service. You should soon receive a letter with information on our accomplishments from this past year and our aspirations for the next fiscal year (July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2027). Again, this year we ask each member and friend to complete a pledge form and electronic funds transfer (EFT) form (if desired) and return to the church office. In addition, we will offer pledging potlucks to be together and share our hopes and dreams for UUSE. If you have not returned your letter or attended a potluck by March 17, a steward will contact you to see if they can provide assistance. Please let us know your plans for this year so that the church can plan accordingly. The Annual Appeal ends on Monday, April 6. We look forward to sharing our talents, time and treasure with you and this beloved community. Thank you for your contribution. The Stewardship Committee: Louisa Graver, Larry Lunden, Jean Knapp, Stan McMillen, Phil Sawyer, Jerry Myers, and Patricia Wildes #MarchNewsletter OOS Sermon YouTube

< To Upcoming Services Jul 9, 2023 Expectations “Expectations are what we think will happen, while reality is what actually transpires.*” Anne Vogel and Susan Gabriel coordinate a provocative service about how expectations can either bring you disappointment or joy. They will present true stories about how expectations affected their lives. Jenn Richard will be our featured musician. Coordinator(s): Anne Vogel and Susan Gabriel *Elizabeth Scott, Ph.D, verywell mind, April 2022, https://www.verywellmind.com/expectation-vs-reality-trap-4570968 OOS Sermon YouTube

< To Upcoming Services Watch the eBlast for the next scheduled Sign Up for 2026 Annual Appeal Pledging Potlucks March 6, 7, 8, 13, 14 and 15. Signups for potlucks will end after services March 1, 2026 Sign-up sheets will be in the lobby on Sunday March 1. If you can't make it on a Sunday to sign up, please contact Stan McMillen and let him know which potluck you would like to attend: Email uuseoffice@uuse.org or phone 860-646-5151. Attention CYM Families and Friends: Desiree Holian-Borgnis will have "office hours" from 12:00 - 12:30 p.m. in the children's chapel on Sundays during the Annual Appeal for families to come and ask questions, sign their pledge forms, and hand them in. #MarchNewsletter Signups for potlucks will end after services March 1, 2026 Sign-up sheets will be in the lobby on Sunday March 1. If you can't make it on a Sunday to sign up, please contact Stan McMillen and let him know which potluck you would like to attend: Email uuseoffice@uuse.org or phone 860-646-5151. Attention CYM Families and Friends: Desiree Holian-Borgnis will have "office hours" from 12:00 - 12:30 p.m. in the children's chapel on Sundays during the Annual Appeal for families to come and ask questions, sign their pledge forms, and hand them in. #MarchNewsletter OOS Sermon YouTube

< To Upcoming Services Oct 26, 2025 Ancestor Day.. Sunday, October 26th: Ancestor Day. All Congregation Worship! Bring a memento of a deceased loved-one or Ancestor to place on our altar of remembrance. What lesson do you take from their life? Together we will share the ongoing power of our ancestors’ lives in our collective life. Coordinators: Emmy Galbraith, Mary Bopp, Rev. Josh Pawelek. Sunday, October 26th: Ancestor Day. All Congregation Worship! Bring a memento of a deceased loved-one or Ancestor to place on our altar of remembrance. What lesson do you take from their life? Together we will share the ongoing power of our ancestors’ lives in our collective life. Coordinators: Emmy Galbraith, Mary Bopp, Rev. Josh Pawelek. #OctoberNewsletter OOS Sermon YouTube

< To Upcoming Services Apr 20, 2025 In the Morning, Joy: A Service for Easter Sunday Service: "In the Morning, Joy: A Service for Easter" Don't miss our annual, all-congregation Easter service. Through music and story, we celebrate Easter and bear witness to the joyful unfolding of spring. Coordinators : Mary Bopp, Emmy Galbraith and Rev. Josh Pawelek. Services at 9:00 and 11:00 A.M. #eBlast-04-16 Sunday Service: "In the Morning, Joy: A Service for Easter" Don't miss our annual, all-congregation Easter service. Through music and story, we celebrate Easter and bear witness to the joyful unfolding of spring. Coordinators : Mary Bopp, Emmy Galbraith and Rev. Josh Pawelek. Services at 9:00 and 11:00 A.M. Sunday, April 20, 2025 In Case You Missed It: #eBlast -04-16 OOS Sermon YouTube

< To Upcoming Services Watch the eBlast for the next scheduled Summer Themed Tag Sale Saturday, May 3rd, in conjunction with the Mayfair At this year’s Mayfair celebration we’ll be offering a summer themed tag sale to raise money for our beloved UUSE. We’ll be offering anything related to summer: Gardening tools and equipment, sports equipment, pool and patio items, outdoor games, bird baths, etc. Think “outside” and that’s what we’re looking for! So start that spring cleaning and put your items aside for our May 3rd tag sale! Contact Deb Gould or Sandy Karosi for more information. #MayNewsletter Saturday, May 3rd, in conjunction with the Mayfair At this year’s Mayfair celebration we’ll be offering a summer themed tag sale to raise money for our beloved UUSE. We’ll be offering anything related to summer: Gardening tools and equipment, sports equipment, pool and patio items, outdoor games, bird baths, etc. Think “outside” and that’s what we’re looking for! So start that spring cleaning and put your items aside for our May 3rd tag sale! Contact Deb Gould or Sandy Karosi for more information. #MayNewsletter OOS Sermon YouTube

< To Upcoming Services Watch the eBlast for the next scheduled New Adult Religious Education Offering New Adult Religious Education Offering Change by Design with Stefanie Toise Sunday, March 15th at 1:00 P.M. Ready to create meaningful change in your life? Join us in the UUSE Sanctuary for Change By Design, a 75-minute interactive workshop presented by longtime UUSE friend, Dr. Stefanie Toise of At One, LLC. This is a stand-alone complimentary session that introduces the foundation for the upcoming 4-part Calm By Design workshop series where participants will learn practical tools and strategies to break the stress-anxiety-burnout loop and build steadiness in real life situations. Space is limited to 12 participants, so please sign up with Annie in the UUSE Office at (860) 646-5151 or uuseoffice@uuse.org . #eBlast-03-11 New Adult Religious Education Offering Change by Design with Stefanie Toise Sunday, March 15th at 1:00 P.M. Ready to create meaningful change in your life? Join us in the UUSE Sanctuary for Change By Design , a 75-minute interactive workshop presented by longtime UUSE friend, Dr. Stefanie Toise of At One, LLC. This is a stand-alone complimentary session that introduces the foundation for the upcoming 4-part Calm By Design workshop series where participants will learn practical tools and strategies to break the stress-anxiety-burnout loop and build steadiness in real life situations. Space is limited to 12 participants, so please sign up with Annie in the UUSE Office at (860) 646-5151 or uuseoffice@uuse.org . #eBlast -03-11 OOS Sermon YouTube

< To Upcoming Services Watch the eBlast for the next scheduled Adult Affirmation The class will meet on the 3rd Sunday from 1:00 to 2:30 pm each month until May. Participants will have an opportunity to explore the theological and spiritual quesetions related to God, humanity and human nature, the earth, the role of the individual in community, and social and environmental justice engagement. Participants will also craft a credo--a statement of their personal theology. Want to sign up? Contact our office at uuseoffice@uuse.org or (860) 646-5151. Questions? Contact Rev. Josh. The class will meet on the 3rd Sunday from 1:00 to 2:30 pm each month until May. Participants will have an opportunity to explore the theological and spiritual quesetions related to God, humanity and human nature, the earth, the role of the individual in community, and social and environmental justice engagement. Participants will also craft a credo--a statement of their personal theology. Want to sign up? Contact our office at uuseoffice@uuse.org or (860) 646-5151. Questions? Contact Rev. Josh. OOS Sermon YouTube

< To Upcoming Services Watch the eBlast for the next scheduled 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 Memorial Park in Manchester. Local musicians including Emmanuel Lutheran Church Choir members, Meetinghouse, Music from the Heart as well as our own Sandy Johnson and Andy Ricci (and maybe more) will present a retrospective of American protest music. Bring a lawn chair and your voice! Admission is free but includes an opportunity to donate to local community organizations. #eBlast-08-26 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 Memorial Park in Manchester. Local musicians including Emmanuel Lutheran Church Choir members, Meetinghouse, Music from the Heart as well as our own Sandy Johnson and Andy Ricci (and maybe more) will present a retrospective of American protest music. Bring a lawn chair and your voice! Admission is free but includes an opportunity to donate to local community organizations. #eBlast -08-26 OOS Sermon YouTube