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< To Upcoming Services Watch the eBlast for the next scheduled Responses from the February 15th Service: The Strategic Planning Task Force thanks everyone for their thoughtful and considerate responses during the February 15th service. It’s a great way to kick off our brainstorming as we begin our revision considerations. After reviewing nearly 100 responses to our current vision statement, the six most popular words in our current vision statement that people strongly feel speak to them include (in order by most selected) justice, spiritually, alive, social, environmental, and diverse. To review all of the chosen words, review our WordArt presenting all of the chosen selections (the larger the word appears, the more times it was selected). #MarchNewsletter  The Strategic Planning Task Force thanks everyone for their thoughtful and considerate responses during the February 15th service. It’s a great way to kick off our brainstorming as we begin our revision considerations. After reviewing nearly 100 responses to our current vision statement, the six most popular words in our current vision statement that people strongly feel speak to them include (in order by most selected) justice, spiritually, alive, social, environmental, and diverse. To review all of the chosen words, review our WordArt presenting all of the chosen selections (the larger the word appears, the more times it was selected). #MarchNewsletter OOS Sermon YouTube

< To Upcoming Services Watch the eBlast for the next scheduled Mr. Lobster Concert for Kids and Families Mr. Lobster Concert for Kids and Families Saturday, November 8 at 2:00 P.M. Mr. Lobster (Christian Loftus) brings fun, family-friendly music to UUSE on Saturday, November 8 at 2:00 P.M. Join us in the UUSE Meeting Room. Suggested donation: $15 for adults; kids attend free. #eBlast-11-05 Mr. Lobster Concert for Kids and Families Saturday, November 8 at 2:00 P.M. Mr. Lobster (Christian Loftus) brings fun, family-friendly music to UUSE on Saturday, November 8 at 2:00 P.M. Join us in the UUSE Meeting Room. Suggested donation: $15 for adults; kids attend free. #eBlast -11-05 OOS Sermon YouTube

< To Upcoming Services Watch the eBlast for the next scheduled Pastoral Book Review Adult Religious Education Community Read: Crisis Contemplation: Healing the Wounded Village by the Rev. Dr. Barbara A. Holmes Dr. Holmes’ book describes the spiritual practice of contemplation that emerges during crisis, both individually and in community. We will discuss passages from the book and engage together in Holmes’ recommended spiritual exercises. This book is short—136 pages. Purchases it anywhere books are sold. If you need financial support to make the purchase, or if you have any other questions, please contact Rev. Josh Pawelek at (860) 652-8961 or minister@uuse.org . This offering is co-sponsored by UUS:E’s Pastoral Friends and Adult Religious Education Committees. OOS Sermon YouTube

< To Upcoming Services Oct 15, 2023 Protecting Our Women and Girls. This service serves as an informative platform, shedding light on the daily challenges and threats faced by women. We aim to provide a trigger warning for sensitive topics such as sexual and physical abuse. While our content may be emotionally challenging, it can also be a valuable resource for those experiencing abuse or those seeking to help someone in need. Join us as Jessey Ina-Lee and Madeleine Cahill discuss this heart-wrenching issue and the imperative to protect the well-being of women and girls. The disparities between women's and men's lives will become evident as we delve into this important discussion. Coordinator: Alan Ayers #eBlast OOS Sermon YouTube

< To Upcoming Services Oct 1, 2023 A Liberal, Liberating Heritage. Our October ministry theme is heritage. Rev. Josh offers thoughts on the liberal and liberating streams of our Unitarian and Universalist heritage. Coordinator: Rev. Josh Pawelek #eBlast OOS Sermon YouTube

< To Upcoming Services Watch the eBlast for the next scheduled Sunday Service: "The Truth About Trust" Sunday Service: "The Truth About Trust" What makes a person trustworthy? In this service for all ages, we'll explore some of the components of trust as it relates to developing and maintaining relationships. Telling the truth and doing the right thing isn't always easy, especially when we've made mistakes, and we fear the consequences. However difficult it is, doing our best to be people worthy of others' faith and trust is important life-long work. Coordinators: Stacey Musulin & Martha Larson Services at 9:00 and 11:00 A.M. Sunday, March 30, 2025 Gathering music starts at 8:55 and 10:55 A.M. Join the virtual service at 11:00 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 3/23/25 service, "Love Will Guide Us Through the Hard Night" #eBlast-03-26 Sunday Service: "The Truth About Trust" What makes a person trustworthy? In this service for all ages, we'll explore some of the components of trust as it relates to developing and maintaining relationships. Telling the truth and doing the right thing isn't always easy, especially when we've made mistakes, and we fear the consequences. However difficult it is, doing our best to be people worthy of others' faith and trust is important life-long work. Coordinators : Stacey Musulin & Martha Larson Services at 9:00 and 11:00 A.M. Sunday, March 30, 2025 Gathering music starts at 8:55 and 10:55 A.M. Join the virtual service at 11:00 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 3/23/25 service, "Love Will Guide Us Through the Hard Night" #eBlast -03-26 OOS Sermon YouTube

< To Upcoming Services Watch the eBlast for the next scheduled Pajama & Sock Drive Pajama & Sock Drive Collection runs through Sunday, November 23rd! Help us support EmpowerU and the kids of Squire Village. Please drop off new pajamas and socks in all sizes 5T to adult at UUSE by Sunday November 23rd. Questions? Contact Desiree at uuseoffice@uuse.org . #eBlast-11-19 Pajama & Sock Drive Collection runs through Sunday, November 23rd! Help us support EmpowerU and the kids of Squire Village. Please drop off new pajamas and socks in all sizes 5T to adult at UUSE by Sunday November 23rd. Questions? Contact Desiree at uuseoffice@uuse.org . #eBlast -11-19 OOS Sermon YouTube

< To Upcoming Services Watch the eBlast for the next scheduled Manchester's Hispanic Heritage Day Celebration! Manchester's Hispanic Heritage Day Celebration! Saturday, September 20, 2025 - 11:00 A.M. - 3:00 P.M. Don't miss Manchester's Hispanic Heritage Day Celebration to be held on Saturday, September 20th at the Mahoney Center, 110 Cedar Street in Manchester. The event will include live musical and cultural performances, opportunities to shop from a local food and vendor market and enjoy Rec on the Run, free activities and more. For further information, contact Dr. Maria Cruz at 860-646-5151 or email her at uuseoffice@uuse.org . #eBlast-09-17 Manchester's Hispanic Heritage Day Celebration! Saturday, September 20, 2025 - 11:00 A.M. - 3:00 P.M. Don't miss Manchester's Hispanic Heritage Day Celebration to be held on Saturday, September 20th at the Mahoney Center, 110 Cedar Street in Manchester. The event will include live musical and cultural performances, opportunities to shop from a local food and vendor market and enjoy Rec on the Run, free activities and more. For further information, contact Dr. Maria Cruz at 860-646-5151 or email her at uuseoffice@uuse.org . #eBlast -09-17 OOS Sermon YouTube

< To Upcoming Services Watch the eBlast for the next scheduled Tret Fure Concert Tret Fure Concert Sunday, October 5th at 3:00 P.M. at UUSE Tret Fure, an iconic singer-songwriter whose career spans more than fifty years is coming to UUSE with her critically acclaimed 18th album, Lavender Moonshine (2023). From her early days touring with Spencer Davis to her foundational role in the women's music movement, Fure has been celebrated for heartfelt storytelling, courageous lyricism and masterful musicianship. Join us Sunday, October 5 at 3:00 P.M. for an unforgettable afternoon of music that will inspire, move and connect us all. $20 free will donation. #eBlast-10-01 Tret Fure Concert Sunday, October 5th at 3:00 P.M. at UUSE Tret Fure, an iconic singer-songwriter whose career spans more than fifty years is coming to UUSE with her critically acclaimed 18th album, Lavender Moonshine (2023). From her early days touring with Spencer Davis to her foundational role in the women's music movement, Fure has been celebrated for heartfelt storytelling, courageous lyricism and masterful musicianship. Join us Sunday, October 5 at 3:00 P.M. for an unforgettable afternoon of music that will inspire, move and connect us all. $20 free will donation. #eBlast -10-01 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 . OOS Sermon YouTube

< To Upcoming Services Apr 28, 2024 Shine. Sometimes we get what we don't deserve ... and it's wonderful. One traditional religious term for this phenomenon is grace, though Unitarian Universalists typically don't embrace this term. Given, that, what might grace look like for UUs? Coordinator: Rev. Josh Pawelek #eBlast-04-24 OOS Sermon YouTube

< To Upcoming Services Watch the eBlast for the next scheduled Article II talk Join us in the sanctuary on Saturday, February 17th at 10:00 a.m. for a multi-congregational virtual meeting on Zoom with members of the Article II study commission (who proposed the bylaw changes) to hear a bit about the proposal and get answers to our questions. Coffee and tea will be provided but no childcare. Program length is about 2 hours. Plan to stay afterwards for a talk-back if you wish to discuss further. If unable to come to the meetinghouse, register here to attend on Zoom. Questions? Contact Carrie Kocher at uuseoffice@uuse.org . #eBlast-02-14 Join us in the sanctuary on Saturday, February 17th at 10:00 a.m. for a multi-congregational virtual meeting on Zoom with members of the Article II study commission (who proposed the bylaw changes) to hear a bit about the proposal and get answers to our questions. Coffee and tea will be provided but no childcare. Program length is about 2 hours. Plan to stay afterwards for a talk-back if you wish to discuss further. If unable to come to the meetinghouse, register here to attend on Zoom. Questions? Contact Carrie Kocher at uuseoffice@uuse.org . #eBlast-02-14 OOS Sermon YouTube