< To Upcoming Services Oct 3, 2026 UUSE Coffeehouse and Open Mic Will Return on October 3rd! #AugustNewsletter Will Return on October 3rd! #AugustNewsletter OOS Sermon YouTube

< To Upcoming Services Watch the eBlast for the next scheduled Congregational Meeting Congregational Meeting March 17th - Save the Date! On Sunday, March 17th at 1:00 p.m. in the sanctuary, UUSE will hold a congregational meeting to vote on two questions related to Article II. This meeting will be held both in-person and on Zoom. For questions or to reserve childcare, please contact Carrie Kocher at uuseoffice@uuse.org . #eBlast-03-13 On Sunday, March 17th at 1:00 p.m. in the sanctuary, UUSE will hold a congregational meeting to vote on two questions related to Article II. This meeting will be held both in-person and on Zoom. For questions or to reserve childcare, please contact Carrie Kocher at uuseoffice@uuse.org . #eBlast -03-13 OOS Sermon YouTube

< To Upcoming Services Jan 12, 2025 Telling Our Stories Sunday, January 12: Telling Our Stories. According to author Madeleine L’Engle, “Stories make us more alive, more human, more courageous, and more loving.” In this service we explore how telling our own stories and listening to the stories of others can foster the healing, authenticity, understanding, and connection we need so much right now. Coordinators: Paula Baker & Gina Campellone #JanuaryNewsletter Sunday, January 12 : Telling Our Stories . According to author Madeleine L’Engle, “Stories make us more alive, more human, more courageous, and more loving.” In this service we explore how telling our own stories and listening to the stories of others can foster the healing, authenticity, understanding, and connection we need so much right now. Coordinators: Paula Baker & Gina Campellone #JanuaryNewsletter OOS Sermon YouTube

< To Upcoming Services Jan 18, 2026 Mine Eyes Have Seen the Glory "Mine Eyes Have Seen the Glory" Rev. Josh takes another dive into Unitarian, Universalist, and Unitarian Universalist history. This time, in honor of the Martin Luther King, Jr. national observance, he explores some oft-forgotten racial justice stories from our collective past. Coordinator : Rev. Josh Pawelek Services at 9:00 and 11:00 A.M. #eBlast-01-14 "Mine Eyes Have Seen the Glory" Rev. Josh takes another dive into Unitarian, Universalist, and Unitarian Universalist history. This time, in honor of the Martin Luther King, Jr. national observance, he explores some oft-forgotten racial justice stories from our collective past. Coordinator : Rev. Josh Pawelek Services at 9:00 and 11:00 A.M. Sunday, January 18, 2026 In Case You Missed It #eBlast -01-14 OOS Sermon YouTube

< To Upcoming Services Jul 14, 2024 Principles and Values: Reflections on Article 2 This morning Rev. Josh Pawelek shares his thoughts on the outcomes of the recent Unitarian Universalist Association General Assembly. What do the results mean for our congregation? What do the results mean for Unitarian Universalism? Special music by Pat Eaton-Robb. Coordinator: Rev. Josh Pawelek. Coordinator: Sheila Foran #eBlast-07-10 OOS Sermon YouTube

< To Upcoming Services Watch the eBlast for the next scheduled May Day Rally May Day Rally May 1, 2025 -- 10:00 A.M. to 2:00 P.M. The Social Justice/Anti-Oppression Committee invites you to join the May Day Rally on May 1, 10:00 A.M. to 2:00 P.M. at Bushnell Park in Hartford. We will be joining GHIAA and other partners for a May Day Celebration of Power, Love and Resistance. Let's join together in support of immigrants and workers in our communities. GHIAA is registering folks online here. #eBlast-04-30 May Day Rally May 1, 2025 -- 10:00 A.M. to 2:00 P.M. The Social Justice/Anti-Oppression Committee invites you to join the May Day Rally on May 1 , 10:00 A.M. to 2:00 P.M. at Bushnell Park in Hartford. We will be joining GHIAA and other partners for a May Day Celebration of Power, Love and Resistance. Let's join together in support of immigrants and workers in our communities. GHIAA is registering folks online here . #eBlast -04-30 OOS Sermon YouTube

< To Upcoming Services Apr 6, 2025 Poetry & Joy as Acts of Resistance Sunday Service: "Poetry & Joy as Acts of Resistance" "Joy is an act of resistance." We hear this phrase a lot these days, and it serves as an important reminder that finding joy in the midst of turmoil is a powerful form of defiance and protest. There are many avenues to joy, and poetry is one of them. Today, in honor of National Poetry Month, several members of the congregation will share how they find joy and strength in poetry. Coordinators : Gina Campellone and Paula Baker. Services at 9:00 and 11:00 A.M. #eBlast-04-02 Sunday Service: "Poetry & Joy as Acts of Resistance" "Joy is an act of resistance." We hear this phrase a lot these days, and it serves as an important reminder that finding joy in the midst of turmoil is a powerful form of defiance and protest. There are many avenues to joy, and poetry is one of them. Today, in honor of National Poetry Month, several members of the congregation will share how they find joy and strength in poetry. Coordinators : Gina Campellone and Paula Baker. Services at 9:00 and 11:00 A.M. Sunday, April 6, 2025 In Case You Missed It: #eBlast -04-02 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 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 . UUSE Choir is Back - 7:15 PM Do you love to sing? Do you love to have fun? You don't have to audition. If you answered “yes” to these questions you can sing with the UUSE Choir! Weekly rehearsals start Wednesday, October 30th at 7:15 PM. in preparation for the Holiday Music Services on December 15th. All ages welcome. For more information, contact Mary Bopp at music@uuse.org . #NovemberNewsletter OOS Sermon YouTube

< To Upcoming Services Mar 3, 2024 Love is the Spirit of This Church This morning, we kick off our 2024 Annual Appeal. We are joined on this truly celebratory morning by the Unitarian Universalist folk rock group Meetinghouse! Coordinator: Rev. Josh Pawelek #eBlast-02-28 OOS Sermon YouTube

< To Upcoming Services Jun 15, 2025 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 #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 In Case You Missed It: #eBlast -06-11 OOS Sermon YouTube

< To Upcoming Services Jul 20, 2025 General (Assembly) Reflections Sunday Service: "General (Assembly) Reflections" Rev. Josh Pawelek will share his reflections on the recent Unitarian Universalist Association General Assembly in Baltimore; and maybe a few more general reflections on summer, the state of the nation, etc. Special Music by Jenn Richard. Coordinator : Rev. Josh Pawelek Summer schedule: 10:00 A.M. service #eBlast-07-16 Sunday Service: "General (Assembly) Reflections" Rev. Josh Pawelek will share his reflections on the recent Unitarian Universalist Association General Assembly in Baltimore; and maybe a few more general reflections on summer, the state of the nation, etc. Special Music by Jenn Richard. Coordinator : Rev. Josh Pawelek Summer schedule: 10:00 A.M. service Sunday, July 20, 2025 In case you missed it #eBlast -07-16 OOS Sermon YouTube