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< To Upcoming Services Apr 20, 2026 AA - Mondays at Noon- Every Monday at Noon Every Monday at Noon OOS Sermon YouTube

< To Upcoming Services Apr 20, 2026 Meditation Group Meditation Group - 3:30PM in the Sanctuary Meditation Group - 3:30PM in the Sanctuary OOS Sermon YouTube

< To Upcoming Services Mar 15, 2026 On War, Women and Witness or Do UU Know Your History? Part III  or "Do UU Know Your History? Part III" Rev. Josh will share his reflections on the ongoing United States War in Iran with a nod to Women's History month and our ministry theme of paying attention . Josh will draw on the wartime witness of some famous Unitarian and Universalist women. Coordinator : Rev. Josh Pawelek. Illustrated by Sarah Green from "Brave Clara Barton" Services at 9:00 and 11:00 A.M. #eBlast-03-11  or "Do UU Know Your History? Part III" Rev. Josh will share his reflections on the ongoing United States War in Iran with a nod to Women's History month and our ministry theme of paying attention . Josh will draw on the wartime witness of some famous Unitarian and Universalist women. Coordinator : Rev. Josh Pawelek. Illustrated by Sarah Green from "Brave Clara Barton" Services at 9:00 and 11:00 A.M. Sunday, March 15, 2026 In Case You Missed It: #eBlast -03-11 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 Sunday Services Committee Pop-Up Open House! Sunday Services Committee Pop-Up Open House! The Sunday Services Committee will be hosting a "Pop-Up Open House" after both services on Sunday, March 15. We'll have a table in the Program Room, so grab your coffee and stop by! We'd love to hear your thoughts and suggestions and answer any questions you might have about our committee. #eBlast-03-11 Sunday Services Committee Pop-Up Open House! The Sunday Services Committee will be hosting a "Pop-Up Open House" after both services on Sunday, March 15 . We'll have a table in the Program Room, so grab your coffee and stop by! We'd love to hear your thoughts and suggestions and answer any questions you might have about our committee. #eBlast -03-11 OOS Sermon YouTube

Our annual appeal raises over 90% of our operating budget each year. 2026-27 Annual Appeal Welcome to our Annual Appeal for Fiscal Year 27! Our theme this year 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. Here are the key dates for this year’s Annual Appeal: 03/01 Sunday Service kickoff & signup table for pledging potlucks 03/06 & 13 Pledging potluck weekends 03/17 Pledges due to Annie in the church office 03/19 Stewarding outreach begins 04/06 Annual Appeal ends You can submit your pledge forms by mail, by dropping off into Annie’s inbox, by attending a pledge potluck, or through a steward visit. We are encouraging in-person visits this year! If you would like to have an in-person visit to discuss your pledge and/or your ideas about the church, you can contact Phil Sawyer at Psawyer215@gmail.com or 860-633-8655 Our financial goals for the FY27 fiscal year include contracting professional bookkeeping services and restoring some of the financial cuts that were made last year. The targeted goal is to restore the salary “bump” increases; restore professional expense budgets to 90% of the typical amount; fund the B&G reserve at $10,000 (request was $25,000); and fund the emergency response equipment at $1500 (request was $3000). Achieving the FY27 budget rests on an increase in pledge income of 5% with a pledge rate increase of 5-7%. Here are some examples of the monthly increase amount: Annual Pledge 5% 7% $500 $2 $3 $1000 $4 $6 $3000 $13 $18 It is with gratitude and joy that we share that we have received a $15,000 grant to encourage us to participate in the increase pledge rate of 5–7% for this year! Pledge increases of 5% or more will be matched 100%. Please join this challenge grant if you can and if you are not able to meet this rate, please know that your pledges add up to a powerful contribution. If you would like to establish another pledge match grant for this year, you can contact Louisa Graver at lgraver163@gmail.com or 860-645-1377. We appreciate your patience and understanding as our church works through the process of balancing our aspirations and our available resources. Later this year, Trisha Corey-Lisle will lead us in a “ reimagined method of budgeting” to help us achieve this balance. If you have any questions, you can contact any one of us on the Stewardship Committee. Yours in Spirit, Patricia Wildes (chair), Louisa Graver, Larry Lunden, Stan McMillen, Jerry Myers, and Phil Sawyer Testimonials

All about the Unitarian Universalist Society East UUSE Church, its staff, happenings, sunday services, sunday school, music, social justice projects, and fun activities for all ages. Unitarian Universalist Society East No matter what your spiritual beliefs, all are welcome. Everyone Belongs! ABOUT UUSE UUSE is a welcoming, spiritually diverse community of people from many religious orientations. Together we worship, learn, build community, and advocate for a more just society and a sustainable planet. Our goal is to make our spiritual home a place of peace, joy, and love for all. We invite you to join us because all are welcome here. Let our church become your church. Learn more about us... Sign up for our Newsletter & get invitations to our Virtual Services Contact Us Unitarian Universalist Society East 153 Vernon St. W Manchester, CT 06042-2209 phone: 860 646-5151 email: Info@uuse.org

< To Upcoming Services Apr 16, 2026 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 visit Meetup. 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 visit Meetup . OOS Sermon YouTube

< To Upcoming Services Watch the eBlast for the next scheduled Ladies At Lunch Ladies at Lunch meet on 2nd Thursdays or Fridays. Check the eBlast for location and day. Ladies at Lunch meet on 2nd Thursdays or Fridays. Check the eBlast for location and day. OOS Sermon YouTube

< To Upcoming Services Watch the eBlast for the next scheduled Hope in Hard Times Hope in Hard Times In these troubling times, many of us feel anxious, despondent, or alone. On Thursday, March 12th at 3:00 PM in the Meeting Roo, Rev. Josh Pawelek and members of the Pastoral Friends Committee will host a gathering for anyone who is looking for camaraderie and conversation geared towards finding hope in hard times. This will be a hybrid meeting Feel Free to join by Zoom at Contact the Office for Zoom Link. #eBlast-03-11 Hope in Hard Times In these troubling times, many of us feel anxious, despondent, or alone. On Thursday, March 12th at 3:00 PM in the Meeting Roo, Rev. Josh Pawelek and members of the Pastoral Friends Committee will host a gathering for anyone who is looking for camaraderie and conversation geared towards finding hope in hard times. This will be a hybrid meeting Feel Free to join by Zoom at Contact the Office for Zoom Link . #eBlast -03-11 OOS Sermon YouTube

< To Upcoming Services May 2, 2026 May Fair Announcement May Fair Announcement Tag Sale! We'll again be offering a tag sale at this year's May Fair celebration to raise money for our beloved UUSE. This year we'll be offering household goods, tools and electronics, gardening items, sports equipment, and even small pieces of furniture in good condition. No clothing, please. So, start that spring cleaning and put your items aside for our Saturday, May 2nd tag sale! Volunteers Needed! We are also looking for volunteers to help with the tag sale. We need help setting up early Saturday morning, staffing the tables during the day, and breaking down and loading up leftovers to take to Savers at the end of the day. Contact Deb Gould or Sandy Karosi with any questions or to sign up to volunteer. #eBlast-03-11 May Fair Announcement Tag Sale! We'll again be offering a tag sale at this year's May Fair celebration to raise money for our beloved UUSE. This year we'll be offering household goods, tools and electronics, gardening items, sports equipment, and even small pieces of furniture in good condition. No clothing, please. So, start that spring cleaning and put your items aside for our Saturday, May 2nd tag sale! Volunteers Needed! We are also looking for volunteers to help with the tag sale. We need help setting up early Saturday morning, staffing the tables during the day, and breaking down and loading up leftovers to take to Savers at the end of the day. Contact Deb Gould or Sandy Karosi with any questions or to sign up to volunteer. #eBlast -03-11 OOS Sermon YouTube

< To Upcoming Services Mar 26, 2026 Calling all Artists, Photographers and Poets Calling all Artists, Photographers and Poets A new art exhibit for the Sanctuary will go up on March 26th - Signups by March 23rd. Our Spring theme is Renewal. Spring brings renewal through longer days, warmer air, and the return of growing things. The fresh light and new life of the seasons offer a sense of energy and hope after winter's stillness. Please register your entries at uuseoffice@uuse.org . Include title, medium, price (if for sale), and photo (if you wish to have your submission included in the sanctuary slide show.) Poets, please send your poems to Carol for mounting by March 20th. If you would like to include a photo or small piece of artwork, please send it along as well. Drop-off for entries is March 26th from 11:00 A.M. to 12:30 P.M. Questions? Please contact Eric Vogel or Janet Heller #eBlast-03-11 Calling all Artists, Photographers and Poets A new art exhibit for the Sanctuary will go up on March 26th - Signups by March 23rd. Our Spring theme is Renewal . Spring brings renewal through longer days, warmer air, and the return of growing things. The fresh light and new life of the seasons offer a sense of energy and hope after winter's stillness. Please register your entries at uuseoffice@uuse.org . Include title, medium, price (if for sale), and photo (if you wish to have your submission included in the sanctuary slide show.) Poets, please send your poems to Carol for mounting by March 20th. If you would like to include a photo or small piece of artwork, please send it along as well. Drop-off for entries is March 26th from 11:00 A.M. to 12:30 P.M. Questions? Please contact Eric Vogel or Janet Heller #eBlast -03-11 OOS Sermon YouTube