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Religious education is not just for kids. We have plenty of programs to keep adults busy too. Intro to UU The Intro to UU program is taught periodically by the minister. Click here for more details The next Intro to UU will be taught on November 2, 2025

This is the listing of upcoming services. It is automatically updated from the events database. Old services are moved to the past services page. Upcoming Services Reminder: UUSE has a Low Scent Policy Here's a list of upcoming services. Past services can be found here . 10/19/25 On Love and Hate OOS Sermon YouTube "On Love and Hate" Diving into our October ministry theme, “cultivating compassion,” Rev. Josh examines the ways we regard our fellow humans across the various divisions in society. Even when we disagree vehemently, how do we honor the humanity of the other? This sermon was purchased by Bill Coleman at the 2024 goods and services auction. Coordinator: Rev. Josh Pawelek. Services at 9:00 and 11:00 A.M. #eBlast-10-15 10/25/25 Ancestor Day. OOS Sermon YouTube Sunday, October 25th: Ancestor Day. All Congregation Worship! Bring a memento of a deceased loved-one or Ancestor to place on our altar of remembrance. What lesson do you take from their life? Together we will share the ongoing power of our ancestors’ lives in our collective life. Coordinators: Emmy Galbraith, Mary Bopp, Rev. Josh Pawelek. 11/2/25 On Gratitude. OOS Sermon YouTube Sunday, November 2nd: On Gratitude. As the familiar hymn states, “For all that is our life, we give our thanks and praise!” The season of Thanksgiving is upon us. We begin reflecting on our November ministry theme of “gratitude.” We are also joined in worship by Sharon Gunderson, Anhared Stowe and Ryan Ford who will be playing J.S. Bach’s “Double Concerto in D Minor.” Coordinators: Rev. Josh Pawelek and Mary Bopp.

What's happening at UUSE? Lots of things. So many events here to keep your mind occupied and your hands busy. Ancestor Day. October 25, 2025 Sunday, October 25th: Ancestor Day. All Congregation Worship! Bring a memento of a deceased loved-one or Ancestor to place on our altar of remembrance. What lesson do you take from ... Intro to UU November 2, 2025 Intro to UU Sunday, November 2nd, 1:00 to 4:00 P.M. in the Garden Level Chapel Would you like to know more about Unitarian Universalism and UUSE? Please attend our Intro to UU. This... Calendar of Upcoming Events Contact the office for details - email: info@uuse.org phone: 860.646.5151 Refresh Monday 10/20/25 Read More Sitting in Silence Together Sitting in Silence Together Monday, October 20th at 3:00 P.M. in the Meeting Room Join the UUSE Buddhist Group for in-person meditation at 3:00 P.M. Monday, October 20th, in the Mee... Monday 10/20/25 Read More AA - Mondays at Noon! Every Monday at Noon Tuesday 10/21/25 Read More Humanist Group Join us in on the 3rd Tuesday at 4:30 PM. This ongoing group explores Religious Humanism and its applications to life, both historically and today. All welcome. Contact Rev. Josh at... Wednesday 10/22/25 Read More Yoga!! All are welcome to these gentle-to-moderate yoga classes for all abilities. $5 drop-in fee. Bring a yoga mat (we have some extras). Bring a friend! Questions to: Susan at uuseoffice... Thursday 10/23/25 Read More 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 e... Thursday 10/23/25 Read More Book Drive for Immigrant Families Book Drive for Immigrant Families Thursday, October 23 at 5:00 P.M. at UUSE "Books and Blankets," a new Connecticut-based nonprofit, will visit UUSE on Thursday evening, October 23... Thursday 10/23/25 Read More Science and Religion Discussion Group Where do science and religion meet? Where are they in opposition? Meet 4th Tuesdays at 4:30 in the Chapel, and on Zoom. • Sept - Current Theories Around Big Bang - Steve Simon • O... Monday 10/27/25 Read More AA - Mondays at Noon- Every Monday at Noon Tuesday 10/28/25 Read More God Talk A discussion group for UU theists 4th Tuesdays at 4:30 PM. This ongoing group explores how UUs can name and experience God in meaningful, useful ways. All are welcome. Contact Rev.... Wednesday 10/29/25 Read More Yoga- All are welcome to these gentle-to-moderate yoga classes for all abilities. $5 drop-in fee. Bring a yoga mat (we have some extras). Bring a friend! Questions to: Susan at uuseoffice... Thursday 10/30/25 Read More 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 e... Sunday 11/2/25 Read More Intro to UU Intro to UU Sunday, November 2nd, 1:00 to 4:00 P.M. in the Garden Level Chapel Would you like to know more about Unitarian Universalism and UUSE? Please attend our Intro to UU. This... More...

Religious education is not just for kids. We have plenty of programs to keep adults busy too. Intro to UU The Intro to UU program is taught periodically by the minister. Click here for details. The next Intro to UU will be taught on November 2, 2025

Music plays a key role in our services and in our congregational life. Upcoming Concerts & Musical Events Contact the office for details - email: info@uuse.org phone: 860.646.5151 Saturday 11/8/25 Read More Mr Lobster Concert for Kids and Families Mr. Lobster (Christian Loftus) peforms music for kids and families on Saturday Nov 8th at 2:00PM. Suggested donation for adults $15. Kids can... More...

A list of all of our past services, including links to the sermons. Past Services This is a list of past services. Upcoming services can be found here . 10/12/25 OOS Sermon YouTube Finding My Way Out of the Darkness "Finding My Way Out of the Darkness" This morning, we welcome award-winning author Tony Ferraiolo to our pulpit. In conversation with Rev. Josh, Tony will discuss themes in his recent book, “Finding My Way Out of the Darkness: How I Found Love and Acceptance.” Coordinator: Rev. Josh Pawelek. Services at 9:00 and 11:00 A.M. #eBlast-10-08 10/5/25 OOS Sermon YouTube How Do You Cultivate Compassion? Sunday Service: "How Do You Cultivate Compassion?" Cultivating compassion can take many forms. Whether given or received, for yourself or for others, compassion helps us grow spiritually and enriches our lives. Join us to hear our reflections on cultivating compassion. We also welcome Tret Fure as our special guest speaker and musician to the service. Services at 9:00 and 11:00 A.M. #eBlast-10-01 9/28/25 OOS Sermon YouTube Imagining a Congregational Year: Part II. Sunday, September 28th: Imagining a Congregational Year: Part II. Because one service on kicking off the congregational year could not possibly cover everything, Rev. Josh will continue exploring the themes he introduced in his September 14th service. Special Guest Music Leader: Andy Ricci. Coordinator: Rev. Josh Pawelek. 9/21/25 OOS Sermon YouTube Radical Welcome Sunday Service: "Radical Welcome" We join together because we value connection...we seek to belong. Reacting to our current "epidemic of loneliness and social isolation," in this service we'll explore how we as a congregation can embody what the Rev. Dr. David Breeden describes as "radical welcome." Coordinators : Stacey Musulin and Paula Baker Services at 9:00 and 11:00 A.M. #eBlast-09-17 Show More

Child programs, kids, toddlers, sunday school, youth programs, adult education. Children & Youth Ministry The Children & Youth Ministry (CYM) at UUSE offers a thriving program for all young people from infancy through senior high and more! Classes are held on the Garden Level at UUSE, concurrently with the second (11am) service from September through June. In the summer months, we offer a lighter schedule which runs concurrent with the 10am service. REGISTER your child(ren) for CYM Click for more info... SUMMER Greetings CYM Families It is time to REGISTER your child(ren) for Children & Youth Ministry programming for the 2025-2026 liturgical year. You may notice some changes to the registration questions compared to previous years - this is to protect pertinent personal data of our children and youth. We will talk more about this at our Orientation on Sunday, September 14th. In the meantime, please feel free to call me with any concerns. And now, here are the answers to Frequently Asked... July 17, 2025 at 11:16:34 PM About Children & Youth Ministry Our Children and Youth Ministry (CYM) offers a thriving program for all young people from infancy through senior high and more! The CYM program is a cooperative effort; we utilize a team approach, with one adult from each family volunteering in some capacity in CYM. We urge families to become informed about UUSE philosophy, themes, and activities by attending services, participating in parent meetings, engaging in discussions with the Director of Children and Youth Ministry, Minister, CYM committee members, classroom volunteers, and other families. The CYM Committee also sponsors many multi-generational events, including winter holiday celebrations, Trunk-or-Treat, game nights, movie nights and more. UU Principles, Children’s Version: • Every person is important. • Be kind in all you do. • We’re free to learn together. • We can search for what is true. • All people need a voice. • Build a fair and peaceful world. • We care for the earth. Sources We Draw From: The living tradition we share draws from many sources, including: • Direct experience of mystery and wonder; • Words and deeds of prophetic women and men; • Wisdom from the world’s religions; • Jewish and Christian teachings; • Humanist teachings using reason and science; • Spiritual teachings of earth-centered traditions. Program Goals: • Continue to make community and connection the primary focus of our ministry, in order to build a strong support system for our children, youth, and families. • Foster UU identity formation by providing opportunities for children and adults of all ages to engage in fun and meaningful activities together. • Strengthen our commitment to dismantling systemic racism by selecting curricula, books, music, and movies with an anti-racist lens. • Build a community that cultivates pre-emptive radical inclusivity. New or Visiting? Be sure to let a greeter know if you’re visiting a service and would like to know more about our program. They will be happy to put you in touch with our Director of Children and Youth Ministry, Emmy Galbraith, on the Garden Level. We are happy to welcome you into our program at any time! If you are able, we strongly encourage that you connect with Emmy prior to a first visit so your child can know what to expect. Her direct email is dcym@uuse.org . Additionally, the CYM Committee is always available for questions or comments at our dedicated email: uusecym@uuse.org . Contact Us Emmy, the Director of CYM, can be reached by email at dcym@uuse.org And the CYM Committee is available for questions or comments at uusecym@uuse.org

Music plays a key role in our services and in our congregational life. Worship October Ministry Theme: Cultivating Compassion Join us at 9 or 11 AM. The 11 AM Zoom service login and call-in information is shared through the congregational eblasts on Wednesdays and Saturdays. Subscribe to the eblast by sending a message to uuseoffice@uuse.org or call the UUSE office at 860-646-5151. Sunday, September 28th: Imagining a Congregational Year: Part II. Because one service on kicking off the congregational year could not possibly cover everything, Rev. Josh will continue exploring the themes he introduced in his September 14th service. Special Guest Music Leader: Andy Ricci. Coordinator: Rev. Josh Pawelek. Sunday, October 5, 2025 - Updated - Sunday Service: "How Do You Cultivate Compassion?" Cultivating compassion can take many forms. Whether given or received, for yourself or for others, compassion helps us grow spiritually and enriches our lives. Join us to hear our reflections on cultivating compassion. We also welcome Tret Fure as our special guest speaker and musician to the service. #eBlast -10-01 "Finding My Way Out of the Darkness" Services at 9:00 and 11:00 A.M. Sunday, October 12, 2025 - Updated #eBlast -10-08 "Who Knew Love and Hatred Feel So Much Alike?" Services at 9:00 and 11:00 A.M. Sunday, October 19, 2025 Diving into our October ministry theme, “cultivating compassion,” Rev. Josh examines the ways we regard our fellow humans across the various divisions in society. Even when we disagree vehemently, how do we honor the humanity of the other? This sermon was purchased by Bill Coleman at the 2024 goods and services auction. Coordinator: Rev. Josh Pawelek. - Updated #eBlast -10-15 Sunday, October 25th: Ancestor Day. All Congregation Worship! Bring a memento of a deceased loved-one or Ancestor to place on our altar of remembrance. What lesson do you take from their life? Together we will share the ongoing power of our ancestors’ lives in our collective life. Coordinators: Emmy Galbraith, Mary Bopp, Rev. Josh Pawelek. Sunday, November 2nd : On Gratitude. As the familiar hymn states, “For all that is our life, we give our thanks and praise!” The season of Thanksgiving is upon us. We begin reflecting on our November ministry theme of “gratitude.” We are also joined in worship by Sharon Gunderson, Anhared Stowe and Ryan Ford who will be playing J.S. Bach’s “Double Concerto in D Minor.” Coordinators: Rev. Josh Pawelek and Mary Bopp.

< To Upcoming Services Oct 19, 2025 On Love and Hate "On Love and Hate" Diving into our October ministry theme, “cultivating compassion,” Rev. Josh examines the ways we regard our fellow humans across the various divisions in society. Even when we disagree vehemently, how do we honor the humanity of the other? This sermon was purchased by Bill Coleman at the 2024 goods and services auction. Coordinator: Rev. Josh Pawelek. Services at 9:00 and 11:00 A.M. #eBlast-10-15 "Who Knew Love and Hatred Feel So Much Alike?" Diving into our October ministry theme, “cultivating compassion,” Rev. Josh examines the ways we regard our fellow humans across the various divisions in society. Even when we disagree vehemently, how do we honor the humanity of the other? This sermon was purchased by Bill Coleman at the 2024 goods and services auction. Coordinator: Rev. Josh Pawelek. Services at 9:00 and 11:00 A.M. Sunday, October 19, 2025 In Case You Missed It #eBlast -10-15 OOS Sermon YouTube

What's happening at UUSE? Lots of things. So many events here to keep your mind occupied and your hands busy. Ancestor Day. October 25, 2025 Sunday, October 25th: Ancestor Day. All Congregation Worship! Bring a memento of a deceased loved-one or Ancestor to place on our altar of remembrance. What lesson do you take from ... Intro to UU November 2, 2025 Intro to UU Sunday, November 2nd, 1:00 to 4:00 P.M. in the Garden Level Chapel Would you like to know more about Unitarian Universalism and UUSE? Please attend our Intro to UU. This... REGISTER your child(ren) for CYM July 17, 2025 at 11:15:55 PM SUMMER Greetings CYM Families It is time to REGISTER your child(ren) for Children & Youth Ministry programming for the 2025-2026 liturgical year. You may notice some changes to the registration questions compared to previous years - this is to protect pertinent personal data of our children and youth. We will talk more about this at our Orientation on Sunday, September 14th. In the meantime, please feel free to call me with any concerns. And now, here are the answers to Frequently Asked... View More click for more... Happenings There’s Always Something Good Going On Affinity Groups Birds of a feather Read More Yoga Wednesdays 10:00AM Read More Ladies at Lunch Alternating Thu/Fri Read More Women's Sacred Singing Circle Thursdays Read More ROMEOS 2nd Tuesdays Read More Upcoming Events Calendar Contact the office for details - email: info@uuse.org phone: 860.646.5151 Refresh Monday 10/20/25 Read More Sitting in Silence Together Sitting in Silence Together Monday, October 20th at 3:00 P.M. in the Meeting Room Join the UUSE Buddhist Group for in-person meditation at 3:00 P.M. Monday, October 20th, in the Mee... Monday 10/20/25 Read More AA - Mondays at Noon! Every Monday at Noon Tuesday 10/21/25 Read More Humanist Group Join us in on the 3rd Tuesday at 4:30 PM. This ongoing group explores Religious Humanism and its applications to life, both historically and today. All welcome. Contact Rev. Josh at... Wednesday 10/22/25 Read More Yoga!! All are welcome to these gentle-to-moderate yoga classes for all abilities. $5 drop-in fee. Bring a yoga mat (we have some extras). Bring a friend! Questions to: Susan at uuseoffice... Thursday 10/23/25 Read More 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 e... Thursday 10/23/25 Read More Book Drive for Immigrant Families Book Drive for Immigrant Families Thursday, October 23 at 5:00 P.M. at UUSE "Books and Blankets," a new Connecticut-based nonprofit, will visit UUSE on Thursday evening, October 23... Thursday 10/23/25 Read More Science and Religion Discussion Group Where do science and religion meet? Where are they in opposition? Meet 4th Tuesdays at 4:30 in the Chapel, and on Zoom. • Sept - Current Theories Around Big Bang - Steve Simon • O... Monday 10/27/25 Read More AA - Mondays at Noon- Every Monday at Noon Tuesday 10/28/25 Read More God Talk A discussion group for UU theists 4th Tuesdays at 4:30 PM. This ongoing group explores how UUs can name and experience God in meaningful, useful ways. All are welcome. Contact Rev.... Wednesday 10/29/25 Read More Yoga- All are welcome to these gentle-to-moderate yoga classes for all abilities. $5 drop-in fee. Bring a yoga mat (we have some extras). Bring a friend! Questions to: Susan at uuseoffice... Thursday 10/30/25 Read More 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 e... Sunday 11/2/25 Read More Intro to UU Intro to UU Sunday, November 2nd, 1:00 to 4:00 P.M. in the Garden Level Chapel Would you like to know more about Unitarian Universalism and UUSE? Please attend our Intro to UU. This... More...

< To Upcoming Services Watch the eBlast for the next scheduled Carpool to No Kings Hartford Carpool to No Kings Hartford Saturday, October 18th What: No Kings Rallies When: Saturday, October 18, 12:00 to 2:00 P.M> and 2:00 to 5:00 P.M. Where: CT State Capitol, north steps and lawn Who: Sponsored by CT Shoreline Indivisible, Orange Indivisible, Orange Indivisible, and 50501 How: Meet in the UUSE parking lot at 11:00 A.M. on October 18 to form carpool groups. Groups will leave at 11:20 for the rally. Carpool groups will each decide how long they plan to stay. Contact uuseoffice@uuse.org for information. Register for rally details: NO KINGS 2 Hartford 12-2P and NO KINGS Hartford 2-5P. #eBlast-10-15 Carpool to No Kings Hartford Saturday, October 18th What: No Kings Rallies When: Saturday, October 18 , 12:00 to 2:00 P.M> and 2:00 to 5:00 P.M. Where: CT State Capitol, north steps and lawn Who: Sponsored by CT Shoreline Indivisible, Orange Indivisible, Orange Indivisible, and 50501 How: Meet in the UUSE parking lot at 11:00 A.M. on October 18 to form carpool groups. Groups will leave at 11:20 for the rally. Carpool groups will each decide how long they plan to stay. Contact uuseoffice@uuse.org for information. Register for rally details : NO KINGS 2 Hartford 12-2P and NO KINGS Hartford 2-5P . #eBlast -10-15 OOS Sermon YouTube

< To Upcoming Services Oct 25, 2025 Ancestor Day. Sunday, October 25th: Ancestor Day. All Congregation Worship! Bring a memento of a deceased loved-one or Ancestor to place on our altar of remembrance. What lesson do you take from their life? Together we will share the ongoing power of our ancestors’ lives in our collective life. Coordinators: Emmy Galbraith, Mary Bopp, Rev. Josh Pawelek. Sunday, October 25th: Ancestor Day. All Congregation Worship! Bring a memento of a deceased loved-one or Ancestor to place on our altar of remembrance. What lesson do you take from their life? Together we will share the ongoing power of our ancestors’ lives in our collective life. Coordinators: Emmy Galbraith, Mary Bopp, Rev. Josh Pawelek. #OctoberNewsletter OOS Sermon YouTube