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< To Upcoming Services Dec 24, 2023 Christmas Eve - One Service Only Come celebrate the season with story, song and contemplation. One service only at 5:00PM Coordinators: Martha Larson & Molly Vigeant #eBlast-12-20 Christmas Eve service is at 5 PM ONLY. There will NOT be a morning service or CYM programming on Sunday, December 24th OOS Sermon YouTube

< To Upcoming Services Jun 16, 2024 CYM Sunday. Please join us for a celebration of this year's accomplishments within the Children & Youth Ministry program at UUSE! Rejoice with CYM staff, committee members, volunteers, children, youth, and families as we reflect on all the gifts both given and received this year. Coordinators: Emmy Galbraith, CYM Committee #eBlast-06-12 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 Watch the eBlast for the next scheduled General Assembly is ONLY two months away! General Assembly is ONLY two months away! UUA General Assembly, the main UU denominational event of 2025, will be held this year in Baltimore from June 18 - 22. The event will be held in a hybrid format, so you can attend online or in-person. Check out the following links for more information: For general information about GA 2025: Click here. To register for GA 2025: Click here To view the programs and schedule: Click here. To find delegate information: Click here. For more information on how you can serve as a delegate from UUSE to GA, please contact Carrie Kocher at uuseoffice@uuse.org . #eBlast-04-23 General Assembly is ONLY two months away! UUA General Assembly, the main UU denominational event of 2025, will be held this year in Baltimore from June 18 - 22. The event will be held in a hybrid format, so you can attend online or in-person. Check out the following links for more information: For general information about GA 2025: Click here . To register for GA 2025: Click here To view the programs and schedule: Click here . To find delegate information: Click here . For more information on how you can serve as a delegate from UUSE to GA, please contact Carrie Kocher at uuseoffice@uuse.org . #eBlast -04-23 OOS Sermon YouTube

< To Upcoming Services Jul 2, 2023 Let Freedom Ring! On this 4th of July weekend, join us to hear from Judy Robbins, a member of the Unitarian Society of Hartford, as she explores freedom in its historical context, defining for us what was meant by freedom and liberalism at our country's inception, how that has evolved, and how it shows up in our practice of Unitarian-Universalism today. She delivered this sermon one year ago at her home congregation. Welcome Judy! Coordinator(s): Sande Hartdagen OOS Sermon YouTube

< To Upcoming Services Watch the eBlast for the next scheduled Time Change for June 22 Service! Time Change for June 22 Service! This service will be held at 11:00 A.M. Please note: On June 22, UUSE will join this year's UU General Assembly Sunday worship via live stream. Worship will begin at 11:00 A.M. instead of at our typical summer 10:00 A.M. time. Join us as we come together to celebrate Unitarian Universalism. #eBlast-06-11 Time Change for June 22 Service! This service will be held at 11:00 A.M. Please note: On June 22, UUSE will join this year's UU General Assembly Sunday worship via live stream. Worship will begin at 11:00 A.M. instead of at our typical summer 10:00 A.M. time. Join us as we come together to celebrate Unitarian Universalism. #eBlast -06-11 OOS Sermon YouTube

< To Upcoming Services Watch the eBlast for the next scheduled Gender Free Contra Dance Gender Free Contra Dance Saturday, March 21, 2026 - 4:00 P.M. to 7:00 P.M.  Come enjoy live music and joyous movement at this community dance for all ages, no experience necessary. Bring a friend or come solo. Beginner lesson and orientation at 3:45 P.M.; dance begins at 4:00 P.M. Bring soft-soled shoes to protect our floors. Admission $15, students $5, under 12 free. Free-will donation; no one turned away. All are welcome. The dance, sponsored by the Music Committee, will be held at the Unitarian Universalist Society East. For more information, click here or contact Meghan MacRae or Jane Osborn. #eBlast-03-18 Gender Free Contra Dance Saturday, March 21, 2026 - 4:00 P.M. to 7:00 P.M.  Come enjoy live music and joyous movement at this community dance for all ages, no experience necessary. Bring a friend or come solo. Beginner lesson and orientation at 3:45 P.M.; dance begins at 4:00 P.M. Bring soft-soled shoes to protect our floors. Admission $15, students $5, under 12 free. Free-will donation; no one turned away. All are welcome. The dance, sponsored by the Music Committee, will be held at the Unitarian Universalist Society East. For more information, click here or contact Meghan MacRae or Jane Osborn . #eBlast -03-18 OOS Sermon YouTube

< To Upcoming Services Jun 28, 2026 Hymn Sing 2026 Hymn Sing 2026 Hybrid Hymn Sing Service on June 28th Our third post-Covid hybrid Hymn Sing service is happening on June 28th. While we hope many attend in person, we want it to be accessible to those who Zoom the service. Therefore, the hymns must be chosen in advance, so slides of the lyrics can be made. We are looking for many people to tell us a favorite hymn, and for a few people to speak about what that hymn means to them. So, please, as soon as possible, let Martha Larson (uuseoffice@uuse.org ) know what hymn you really love, and if you would like to talk about it. Also let Mary Bopp know if you want to play it on an instrument. If you have questions, ask Martha Larson or Stacey Musulin, coordinators. #eBlast-06-17 Hymn Sing 2026 Hybrid Hymn Sing Service on June 28th Our third post-Covid hybrid Hymn Sing service is happening on June 28th. While we hope many attend in person, we want it to be accessible to those who Zoom the service. Therefore, the hymns must be chosen in advance, so slides of the lyrics can be made. We are looking for many people to tell us a favorite hymn, and for a few people to speak about what that hymn means to them. So, please, as soon as possible, let Martha Larson ( uuseoffice@uuse.org ) know what hymn you really love, and if you would like to talk about it. Also let Mary Bopp know if you want to play it on an instrument. If you have questions, ask Martha Larson or Stacey Musulin , coordinators. #eBlast -06-17 OOS Sermon YouTube

< To Upcoming Services Jun 23, 2026 Death Cafe Death Cafe Tuesday, June 23rd, 1:00 P.M. at UUSE On Tuesday, June 23rd at 1:00 P.M. in the Meeting Room, UUSE will be holding its next Death Cafe. Death Cafe is a free gathering where people come together to share thoughts, questions, experiences and reflections about death and dying in a supportive and welcoming environment. The objective is "to increase awareness of death with a view to helping people make the most of their finite lives." There is no agenda, no presentations and no pressure -- just meaningful conversation guided by the interests of those who attend. All are welcome. Refreshments will be available. #eBlast-06-17 Death Cafe Tuesday, June 23rd, 1:00 P.M. at UUSE On Tuesday, June 23rd at 1:00 P.M. in the Meeting Room, UUSE will be holding its next Death Cafe. Death Cafe is a free gathering where people come together to share thoughts, questions, experiences and reflections about death and dying in a supportive and welcoming environment. The objective is "to increase awareness of death with a view to helping people make the most of their finite lives." There is no agenda, no presentations and no pressure -- just meaningful conversation guided by the interests of those who attend. All are welcome. Refreshments will be available. #eBlast -06-17 OOS Sermon YouTube

< To Upcoming Services Aug 1, 2026 Swing Into the Fun! Swing Into the Fun! Saturday, August 1 -- Liberty Bank Pavillion at Dunkin' Park On Saturday evening, August 1, the 3 area UU societies (Fern Street, USH and UUSE) will be at the Liberty Bank Pavillion at Dunkin' Park. It's a picnic package which will include standard ballpark fare and vegetarian options, free water and soft drinks and a chance to meet other UUs in the area. Doors and the picnic open at 4:30 p.m. with the game scheduled to start at 6:10 p.m. The picnic will remain open and serving food until about 7:00 p.m. A fireworks show follows the game. We are excited our 3 societies are exploring how we can work and play together. Tickets are $50 per person and must be sold by June 30th, but if you need some help, some financial assistance is available. Interested? Sign up here or scan the QR code on the poster on the large bulletin board in the main hallway. #eBlast-06-17 Swing Into the Fun! Saturday, August 1 -- Liberty Bank Pavillion at Dunkin' Park On Saturday evening, August 1 , the 3 area UU societies (Fern Street, USH and UUSE) will be at the Liberty Bank Pavillion at Dunkin' Park. It's a picnic package which will include standard ballpark fare and vegetarian options, free water and soft drinks and a chance to meet other UUs in the area. Doors and the picnic open at 4:30 p.m. with the game scheduled to start at 6:10 p.m. The picnic will remain open and serving food until about 7:00 p.m. A fireworks show follows the game. We are excited our 3 societies are exploring how we can work and play together. Tickets are $50 per person and must be sold by June 30th, but if you need some help, some financial assistance is available . Interested? Sign up here or scan the QR code on the poster on the large bulletin board in the main hallway. #eBlast -06-17 OOS Sermon YouTube

< To Upcoming Services Jun 30, 2026 Hope in Hard Times Hope in Hard Times Tuesday, June 30, 2026, 3:00 P.M. at UUSE In these troubling times, many of us feel anxious, despondent, or alone. On Tuesday, June 30 at 3:00 P.M., Rev. Josh Pawelek and members of the Pastoral Friends Committee will host a hybrid gathering for anyone who is looking for camaraderie and conversation geared towards finding hope in hard times. This will be a hybrid meeting. Watch these Wednesday morning eblasts for a Zoom link. #eBlast-06-17 Hope in Hard Times Tuesday, June 30, 2026, 3:00 P.M. at UUSE In these troubling times, many of us feel anxious, despondent, or alone. On Tuesday, June 30 at 3:00 P.M. , Rev. Josh Pawelek and members of the Pastoral Friends Committee will host a hybrid gathering for anyone who is looking for camaraderie and conversation geared towards finding hope in hard times. This will be a hybrid meeting. Watch these Wednesday morning eblasts for a Zoom link. #eBlast -06-17 OOS Sermon YouTube

< To Upcoming Services Watch the eBlast for the next scheduled Join the Musical Fun at the Music Salon Unplugged Join the Musical Fun at the Music Salon Unplugged Friday, April 24, 6:30 pm Mark your calendar — Main Meeting Room UUSE Time to start thinking “Music Salon” again! It’s coming up on Friday, April 24 at 6:30 pm. If you like music and fun, you will like the Salon. We play instruments of all types for each other, sometimes sing, sometimes solo, sometimes in groups….lots of variety. This is a low-keyed group of friendly folks that are happy to hear and participate in music of different types. If you are an amateur, a sometimes professional, a beginner, a player who is rusty on an instrument you used to play….ALL ARE WELCOME. You may play alone or with others. Or, you may just listen. We typically try to play a couple of pieces together as a group. Also, share any ideas you may have with us. We want to hear from you. If you have questions or comments, please contact me at this email address or Mary Bopp at Musicdirector@uuse.org . Hope to see you on Friday, April 24 at 6:30 pm. Peggy Webbe Mary Bopp Join the Musical Fun at the Music Salon Unplugged Friday, April 24, 6:30 pm Mark your calendar — Main Meeting Room UUSE Time to start thinking “Music Salon” again! It’s coming up on Friday, April 24 at 6:30 pm. If you like music and fun, you will like the Salon. We play instruments of all types for each other, sometimes sing, sometimes solo, sometimes in groups….lots of variety. This is a low-keyed group of friendly folks that are happy to hear and participate in music of different types. If you are an amateur, a sometimes professional, a beginner, a player who is rusty on an instrument you used to play….ALL ARE WELCOME. You may play alone or with others. Or, you may just listen. We typically try to play a couple of pieces together as a group. Also, share any ideas you may have with us. We want to hear from you. If you have questions or comments, please contact me at this email address or Mary Bopp at Musicdirector@uuse.org . Hope to see you on Friday, April 24 at 6:30 pm. Peggy Webbe Mary Bopp OOS Sermon YouTube