Coffeehouse & Open Mic Join us on the first Saturday of each month, October through May, for an evening of music, poetry, stories, and community! Bring your own songs, poems, stories, or any creative offering — or simply come enjoy the warm, supportive atmosphere as part of our appreciative audience. Sign-ups begin at 6:00 PM, and performances start at 6:30 PM. We feature 12 slots, each about 10 minutes or two songs. BYOB, BYO dinner, and BYO friends — we’ll provide the coffee!. < Previous Next Coffeehouse Next >

< To Upcoming Services Watch the eBlast for the next scheduled Land Stewardship Project Land Stewardship Project In the spirit of land stewardship, we have a special activity planned for Sunday, May 3rd following both services. We will be planting some native plants and berry bushes on the grounds. If you would like to help, wear gardening clothes and bring gloves. After each service, Cory Clark will guide you to the areas we have prepared. Tools will be provided. #eBlast-04-29 Land Stewardship Project In the spirit of land stewardship, we have a special activity planned for Sunday, May 3rd following both services. We will be planting some native plants and berry bushes on the grounds. If you would like to help, wear gardening clothes and bring gloves. After each service, Cory Clark will guide you to the areas we have prepared. Tools will be provided. #eBlast -04-29 OOS Sermon YouTube

Writers Group The UUSE Writers Group is on hiatus. < Previous Check Newsletter Next >

849c5bd2-f387-4f1c-8174-e344975a4d5a < Back to Newsletter September Newsletter Article < Previous Article Next Article > Buddhist Group The UUSE Buddhist Group will meet on the 1st Tuesday, at 7 PM on Zoom for meditation and discussion of a Buddhist perspective on the monthly ministry theme. Email Nancy Thompson at uuseoffice@uuse.org for details or the Zoom link. #SeptemberNewsletter Contact Information modified in accordance with UUSE Privacy Policies.

< To Upcoming Services Apr 7, 2024 People Need People. In keeping with our April theme of Interdependence, coordinators Anne Vogel and Martha Larson will explore what we as humans need to be more joyful. Featured musician Andy Ricci will sing and play guitar. Dorothy Bognar will be our pianist. Coordinators: Anne Vogel and Martha Larson #eBlast-04-03 OOS Sermon YouTube

< To Upcoming Services Sep 21, 2025 Radical Welcome Sunday Service: "Radical Welcome" We join together because we value connection...we seek to belong. Reacting to our current "epidemic of loneliness and social isolation," in this service we'll explore how we as a congregation can embody what the Rev. Dr. David Breeden describes as "radical welcome." Coordinators : Stacey Musulin and Paula Baker Services at 9:00 and 11:00 A.M. #eBlast-09-17 Sunday Service: "Radical Welcome" We join together because we value connection...we seek to belong. Reacting to our current "epidemic of loneliness and social isolation," in this service we'll explore how we as a congregation can embody what the Rev. Dr. David Breeden describes as "radical welcome." Coordinators : Stacey Musulin and Paula Baker Services at 9:00 and 11:00 A.M. Sunday, September 21, 2025 In Case You Missed It #eBlast -09-17 OOS Sermon YouTube

< To Upcoming Services Sep 18, 2026 "The Art Child: The Turning of the Seasons" "The Art Child: The Turning of the Seasons" Friday, September 18th, 6:30 to 8:30 P.M. at UUSE On Friday night, September 18th, UUSE will host an art opening entitled "The Art Child: The Turning of the Seasons." The artist, known as August, explores nature's cycles through original artwork inspired by growth, transformation and renewal. The program will be held at UUSE and is free and open to the public. #eBlast-09-09 "The Art Child: The Turning of the Seasons" Friday, September 18th, 6:30 to 8:30 P.M. at UUSE On Friday night, September 18th, UUSE will host an art opening entitled "The Art Child: The Turning of the Seasons." The artist, known as August, explores nature's cycles through original artwork inspired by growth, transformation and renewal. The program will be held at UUSE and is free and open to the public. #eBlast -09-09 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 Looking for fun for the whole family this summer? Ferry Beach invites all UU members to join them for Religious Education Week from Looking for fun for the whole family this summer? Ferry Beach invites all UU members to join them for Religious Education Week from July 5-11 at Ferry Beach in Saco ME! During the week, you'll get to explore faith development, spiritual growth and leadership among colleagues, friends and families. This is an incredible once a year summer UU program by the ocean. Click here to register or to find out more about workshops, activities, lodging and pricing. #eBlast-03-26 Looking for fun for the whole family this summer? Ferry Beach invites all UU members to join them for Religious Education Week from July 5-11 at Ferry Beach in Saco ME! During the week, you'll get to explore faith development, spiritual growth and leadership among colleagues, friends and families. This is an incredible once a year summer UU program by the ocean. Click here to register or to find out more about workshops, activities, lodging and pricing. #eBlast -03-26 OOS Sermon YouTube

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< To Upcoming Services Sep 22, 2024 Equinox: Harvest and Balance. The Mabon mid-harvest festival is a time of giving thanks and honoring the balance between light and dark. It’s a time of plenty, of gratitude and of sharing our abundance with those less fortunate. It’s also a time of balance and reflection, following the theme of equal hours of light and dark. Coordinators: Vivian Carlson, Ellen Williams and Kate Kimmerle. #eBlast-09-18 "Equinox: Harvest and Balance." The Mabon mid-harvest festival is a time of giving thanks and honoring the balance between light and dark. It’s a time of plenty, of gratitude and of sharing our abundance with those less fortunate. It’s also a time of balance and reflection, following the theme of equal hours of light and dark. Coordinators: Vivian Carlson, Ellen Williams and Kate Kimmerle. OOS Sermon YouTube

< To Upcoming Services Sep 24, 2026 Manchester 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! For more information contact Jane at sexton@uuse.org 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! For more information contact Jane at sexton@uuse.org OOS Sermon YouTube