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< To Upcoming Services Aug 6, 2023 Resistance Music August 6: “Resistance Music.” This service celebrates the power of American protest music as a vehicle for social justice, bringing people together through song and common purpose. Friends new and familiar will perform protest songs, and we will explore the staying power of protest music. Warm up your voices and join us! Coordinator(s): David Klotz and Kate Howard-Bender ! Widget Didn’t Load Check your internet and refresh this page. If that doesn’t work, contact us. OOS Sermon YouTube

< To Upcoming Services Sep 8, 2024 Homecoming. x201d; All-Congregational Worship! Today we launch the new congregational year with morning worship and our Homecoming picnic following the second service. We celebrate our liberal faith, our congregational community and what it means to offer a wide invitation. Remember to bring your backpack, briefcase, workbag, pocketbook, etc. for our annual end-of-summer "Blessing of the Backpacks." Coordinators: Emmy Galbraith #eBlast-09-04 Sunday, September 8th : Homecoming . All-Congregational Worship! Today we launch the new congregational year with morning worship and our Homecoming picnic following the second service. We celebrate our liberal faith, our congregational community, and what it means to offer a wide invitation. Remember to bring your backpack, briefcase, workbag, pocketbook, etc. for our annual end-of-summer “Blessing of the Backpacks.” Coordinators: Emmy Galbraith and Rev. Josh Pawelek . OOS Sermon YouTube

< To Upcoming Services Watch the eBlast for the next scheduled Equal Exchange Coffee Sale Equal Exchange Coffee Sale Sunday, September 14 after each service The Sustainable Living Committee will be holding their regular second Sunday sale of Equal Exchange coffee, chocolate and tea in the lobby following each service. Keep in mind that when you buy Equal Exchange products, you aren't just getting great coffee, tea or chocolate. You're helping to support sustainable agriculture, worker owned co-ops, and business structures that bring fair labor and democracy to the workplace. #eBlast-09-10 Equal Exchange Coffee Sale Sunday, September 14 after each service The Sustainable Living Committee will be holding their regular second Sunday sale of Equal Exchange coffee, chocolate and tea in the lobby following each service. Keep in mind that when you buy Equal Exchange products, you aren't just getting great coffee, tea or chocolate. You're helping to support sustainable agriculture, worker owned co-ops, and business structures that bring fair labor and democracy to the workplace. #eBlast -09-10 OOS Sermon YouTube

< To Upcoming Services Watch the eBlast for the next scheduled Climate Future Film Festival Climate Future Film Festival Sunday, September 14 at 2:30 P.M. in the Meetingroom On Sunday, September 14, the Sustainable Living Committee will show the CLIMATE FUTURE FILM FESTIVAL on the big screen with 10 award-winning films from four continents that explore the human and artistic response to climate change. Come early and talk to people working on these issues. The films should be over by 5:00 P.M. Stay afterwards to briefly discuss the impact of the films and ways to act on the climate crisis. Contact Janet Heller - uuseoffice@uuse.org - with questions. The event is free. For more details, visit: https://www.climatefuturefilm.com/ #eBlast-09-10 Climate Future Film Festival Sunday, September 14 at 2:30 P.M. in the Meetingroom On Sunday, September 14, the Sustainable Living Committee will show the CLIMATE FUTURE FILM FESTIVAL on the big screen with 10 award-winning films from four continents that explore the human and artistic response to climate change. Come early and talk to people working on these issues. The films should be over by 5:00 P.M. Stay afterwards to briefly discuss the impact of the films and ways to act on the climate crisis. Contact Janet Heller - uuseoffice@uuse.org - with questions. The event is free. For more details, visit: https://www.climatefuturefilm.com/ #eBlast -09-10 OOS Sermon YouTube

Fair Trade Coffee Your favorite Equal Exchange coffees, chocolate, tea and more will be available on 2nd Sundays of the month following both services. Satisfy your taste buds while supporting small sustainable growers. We accept cash, checks and credit cards. < Previous Next Event Next >

< To Upcoming Services May 28, 2023 What Shared Ministry Means to Me, Part II. This is a follow-up to the service when Rev Josh preached on this topic January 8, 2023. Several members of the Sunday Services Committee will present their thoughts about how much this model means to their experience on the committee and at UUS:E. Coordinator(s): Vivian Carlson, Nancy Madar OOS Sermon YouTube

Childcare for infants and toddlers is provided year-round in our child-proofed nursery room on the Garden Level, during the 11 AM service from September through June, and the 10 AM service during the summer months. Check The Director's Corner for Nursery availability https://www.uuse.org/cym-update To sign up to volunteer for Nursery (ages 3 and under) https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C084EAFAC2CA3FFCE9-nursery < Back Nursery (Infant to 3yrs) Childcare for infants and toddlers is provided year-round in our child-proofed nursery room on the Garden Level, during the 11 AM service from September through June, and the 10 AM service during the summer months. Check The Director's Corner for Nursery availability https://www.uuse.org/cym-update To sign up to volunteer for Nursery (ages 3 and under) https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C084EAFAC2CA3FFCE9-nursery Previous Next

< To Upcoming Services May 7, 2023 The Inspired Life, Why Creativity Matters Beth Hankins and Stacey Musulin coordinate an exploration of creativity, its importance apart from “talent” and the deep connection to spirituality. Sharon Gresk is a featured speaker, describing a new area of creativity in her life. Join us for words, ideas and some hands-on fun. Coordinator(s): Beth Hankins and Stacey Musulin OOS Sermon YouTube

< To Upcoming Services Mar 9, 2025 Trust in Action Sunday Service: "Trust in Action" By trusting in each other's unique gifts, we are able to build a community of love, support and action at UUSE. Do you manifest trust as a spiritual leader? And if so, how? Please join our speakers as they reflect on their personal engagement with trust. Coordinators : Sandy Karosi & Kate Kimmerle Services at 9:00 and 11:00 A.M. #eBlast-03-05 Sunday Service: "Trust in Action" By trusting in each other's unique gifts, we are able to build a community of love, support and action at UUSE. Do you manifest trust as a spiritual leader? And if so, how? Please join our speakers as they reflect on their personal engagement with trust. Coordinators : Sandy Karosi & Kate Kimmerle Services at 9:00 and 11:00 A.M. Sunday, March 9, 2025 In Case You Missed It: #eBlast -03-05 OOS Sermon YouTube

< To Upcoming Services Watch the eBlast for the next scheduled The online auction is open at There are so many amazing things for you to choose from! You can also preview the items like dinners at members' homes and our live auction items that include Rev. Josh's sermon and UConn Women basketball tickets that will be available only at the live event on Saturday, January 25. It's going to be a fun night! Toni says, "Don't forget about the yummy sauce competition and dinner!" #eBlast-01-15 There are so many amazing things for you to choose from! You can also preview the items like dinners at members' homes and our live auction items that include Rev. Josh's sermon and UConn Women basketball tickets that will be available only at the live event on Saturday, January 25 . It's going to be a fun night! Toni says, "Don't forget about the yummy sauce competition and dinner!" #eBlast -01-15 OOS Sermon YouTube

< To Upcoming Services Dec 21, 2025 Where the Light Begins. "Where the Light Begins." Let's try it again! This morning, we celebrate the winter solstice and continue with our annual, all-congregational holiday music service (postponed last week due to snow). Come and be joyful where the light begins. Coordinators : Mary Bopp and Rev. Josh Pawelek  Services at 9:00 and 11:00 A.M. #eBlast-12-17 "Where the Light Begins." Let's try it again! This morning, we celebrate the winter solstice and continue with our annual, all-congregational holiday music service (postponed last week due to snow). Come and be joyful where the light begins. Coordinators : Mary Bopp and Rev. Josh Pawelek  Services at 9:00 and 11:00 A.M. Sunday, December 21, 2025 In Case You Missed It #eBlast -12-17 OOS Sermon YouTube

< To Upcoming Services Watch the eBlast for the next scheduled Sunday Service: "CYM Sunday" Sunday Service: "CYM Sunday" Please join us for our All-Congregation CYM Celebration Sunday service! We will reflect on everything we accomplished this year through pictures, stories, and song. Volunteer recognition and Bridging ceremonies will close out our time together! Coordinator: Emmy Galbraith, Director of Children & Youth Ministry Summer schedule: 10:00 A.M. service Sunday, June 15, 2025 Gathering music starts at 9:55 A.M. Join the virtual service at 10:00 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 6/8/25 service, "Unchecked." #eBlast-06-11 Sunday Service: "CYM Sunday" Please join us for our All-Congregation CYM Celebration Sunday service! We will reflect on everything we accomplished this year through pictures, stories, and song. Volunteer recognition and Bridging ceremonies will close out our time together! Coordinator : Emmy Galbraith, Director of Children & Youth Ministry Summer schedule: 10:00 A.M. service Sunday, June 15, 2025 Gathering music starts at 9:55 A.M. Join the virtual service at 10:00 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 6/8/25 service, "Unchecked." #eBlast -06-11 OOS Sermon YouTube