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< To Upcoming Services Watch the eBlast for the next scheduled To Love Your Neighbor, Know Your Neighbor To Love Your Neighbor, Know Your Neighbor 3 Conversations on the Religions of Our Neighbors The Connecticut Council for Interreligious Understanding and UU's are providing an opportunity to explore nine different religions at 3 Unitarian Universalist meetinghouses in a lively, candid and highly informative question-and-answer forum: Sunday, May 4th from 12:00 to 1:30 P.M. at the Universalist Church of West Hartford, 433 Fern Street in West Hartford (Buddhism, Christianity, Judaism). Sunday, June 1st from 12:00 to 1:30 P.M. at the Unitarian Society of Hartford, 50 Bloomfield Avenue in Hartford (Islam, Jainism, and Sikhism). Sunday, July 20th from 12:00 to 1:30 P.M. at our own UUSE, 153 Vernon St. West, in Manchester (Bahai Faith, Hinduism, Unitarian Universalism). For questions or more information, please contact uuseoffice@uuse.org or call 860-646-5151. See also the flyers around the UUSE building. #eBlast-04-30 To Love Your Neighbor, Know Your Neighbor 3 Conversations on the Religions of Our Neighbors The Connecticut Council for Interreligious Understanding and UU's are providing an opportunity to explore nine different religions at 3 Unitarian Universalist meetinghouses in a lively, candid and highly informative question-and-answer forum: Sunday, May 4th from 12:00 to 1:30 P.M. at the Universalist Church of West Hartford, 433 Fern Street in West Hartford (Buddhism, Christianity, Judaism). Sunday, June 1st from 12:00 to 1:30 P.M. at the Unitarian Society of Hartford, 50 Bloomfield Avenue in Hartford (Islam, Jainism, and Sikhism). Sunday, July 20th from 12:00 to 1:30 P.M. at our own UUSE, 153 Vernon St. West, in Manchester (Bahai Faith, Hinduism, Unitarian Universalism). For questions or more information, please contact uuseoffice@uuse.org or call 860-646-5151. See also the flyers around the UUSE building. #eBlast -04-30 OOS Sermon YouTube

< To Upcoming Services Watch the eBlast for the next scheduled Rob Laurens and Friends in Concert Saturday, January 11 at 7:00 P.M Come to the meeting house to experience award-winning, Boston-based singer-songwriter, Rob Laurens. Rob is currently celebrating the release of his new album, "Jubilee." Many UUSE members will remember his heart-warming original song, "You Are Welcome Here." Tickets are $20 and can be purchased in advance here or on the night of the show. #JanuaryNewsletter Saturday, January 11 at 7:00 P.M Come to the meeting house to experience award-winning, Boston-based singer-songwriter, Rob Laurens . Rob is currently celebrating the release of his new album, "Jubilee." Many UUSE members will remember his heart-warming original song, "You Are Welcome Here." Tickets are $20 and can be purchased in advance here or on the night of the show. #JanuaryNewsletter OOS Sermon YouTube

Pagan Group Welcoming all paths. Ceremonies include but are not limited to: Summer and Winter Solstices, Spring and Autumn Equinoxes, Beltane (May Day), Imbolc, Litha, Lughnasa, and others as inspired. Contact Rev. Josh for details. < Previous Contact Office for Times Next >

< To Upcoming Services Watch the eBlast for the next scheduled Crafts & Kids Crafts & Kids Wednesday, November 5th from 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM Peggy Gagne is running craft activities for children who live in Squire Village, an affordable housing complex off Silver Lane in Manchester. This is an extension of our partnerships with Verplanck School and PowerUp. She's doing this on Wednesday, November 5th from 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM (3rd, 4th & 5th grades). Although she has one adult (thank you Louisa Graver!), she could use 1 or 2 more helpers. YOU DO NOT NEED TO BE CRAFTY -- JUST WANT TO HAVE FUN! She'll have the plans and supplies. You just need to show up! Please contact Peggy at uuseoffice@uuse.org or call or text 860-646-5151 so she knows who wants to play. And thank you! #eBlast-11-05 Crafts & Kids Wednesday, November 5th from 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM Peggy Gagne is running craft activities for children who live in Squire Village, an affordable housing complex off Silver Lane in Manchester. This is an extension of our partnerships with Verplanck School and PowerUp. She's doing this on Wednesday, November 5th from 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM (3rd, 4th & 5th grades). Although she has one adult (thank you Louisa Graver!), she could use 1 or 2 more helpers. YOU DO NOT NEED TO BE CRAFTY -- JUST WANT TO HAVE FUN! She'll have the plans and supplies. You just need to show up! Please contact Peggy at uuseoffice@uuse.org or call or text 860-646-5151 so she knows who wants to play. And thank you! #eBlast -11-05 OOS Sermon YouTube

< To Upcoming Services Watch the eBlast for the next scheduled AMAL the 12 Foot Puppet now is the time OOS Sermon YouTube

< To Upcoming Services Watch the eBlast for the next scheduled Yule The UUSE Pagan Group will be holding a ritual for the Yule holiday on December 17 at 1 PM at UUSE. Weather permitting, we may be able to have a fire outside. If not, we'll light up the sanctuary to celebrate the return of light. For more info or to get involved, contact Sandy Johnson. The UUSE Pagan Group will be holding a ritual for the Yule holiday on December 17 at 1 PM at UUSE. Weather permitting, we may be able to have a fire outside. If not, we'll light up the sanctuary to celebrate the return of light. For more info or to get involved, contact Sandy Johnson. OOS Sermon YouTube

< To Upcoming Services Watch the eBlast for the next scheduled Special Message About Stop & Shop Cards Special Message About Stop & Shop Cards On Sunday, September 7 Due to the congregational picnic, we're selling the cards after the 9:00 A.M. and before the 11:00 A.M. services (not including after the 11:00 a.m. service, which is how it's usually done.) Cards are sold in demonications of $50, $100, and $250. We now can use debit and credit cards for these purchases. Come and support this UUSE fundraiser. #eBlast-09-03 Special Message About Stop & Shop Cards On Sunday, September 7 Due to the congregational picnic, we're selling the cards after the 9:00 A.M. and before the 11:00 A.M. services (not including after the 11:00 a.m. service, which is how it's usually done.) Cards are sold in demonications of $50, $100, and $250. We now can use debit and credit cards for these purchases. Come and support this UUSE fundraiser. #eBlast -09-03 OOS Sermon YouTube

< To Upcoming Services Watch the eBlast for the next scheduled Do you have a favorite poem? One that fills you with joy or deeply moves you? We are compiling a list of members' favorite poems to include as an insert to the order of service on April 6th. Please send the title of the poem and its author to Gina Campellone ( Do you have a favorite poem? One that fills you with joy or deeply moves you? We are compiling a list of members' favorite poems to include as an insert to the order of service on April 6th. Please send the title of the poem and its author to Gina Campellone (uuseoffice@uuse.org ) by March 30th. (Just the title and author are plenty. No need to include the entire poem!) #eBlast-03-26 Do you have a favorite poem? One that fills you with joy or deeply moves you? We are compiling a list of members' favorite poems to include as an insert to the order of service on April 6th. Please send the title of the poem and its author to Gina Campellone ( uuseoffice@uuse.org ) by March 30th . (Just the title and author are plenty. No need to include the entire poem!) #eBlast -03-26 OOS Sermon YouTube

< To Upcoming Services Watch the eBlast for the next scheduled Hosts Needed for UUSE Community Harvest Suppers The Membership Committee is planning more potlucks at the homes of UUSE members/friends this fall. But we need hosts! If you are considering hosting a potluck but need a little motivation, here are some great reasons: get your house clean and organized, show off your cooking and favorite main dish, foster community and fun! If you would like to host a “Community Harvest Supper” at your home sometime in October or early November, please contact Sue Myers or Carole Boster via email or phone by September 15 and let them know the date & time for your event, and how many guests you can accommodate; they’ll send you back a quick questionnaire to gather further details for the sign-up sheet. Hosts are asked to provide a main dish; guests will bring the appetizers, sides, desserts etc. We’ll put sign-up sheets in the lobby after each service in late September. Questions? Ask Sue Myers or Carole Boster. #SeptemberNewsletter UUSE Community Harvest Suppers The Membership Committee is planning more potlucks at the homes of UUSE members/friends this fall. But we need hosts! If you are considering hosting a potluck but need a little motivation, here are some great reasons: get your house clean and organized, show off your cooking and favorite main dish, foster community and fun! If you would like to host a “Community Harvest Supper” at your home sometime in October or early November, please contact Sue Myers or Carole Boster via email or phone by September 15 and let them know the date & time for your event, and how many guests you can accommodate; they’ll send you back a quick questionnaire to gather further details for the sign-up sheet. Hosts are asked to provide a main dish; guests will bring the appetizers, sides, desserts etc. We’ll put sign-up sheets in the lobby after each service in late September. Questions? Ask Sue Myers or Carole Boster. #SeptemberNewsletter OOS Sermon YouTube

< To Upcoming Services Apr 21, 2024 Earth Day and the Arts: We Wont Give Up! Art has the power to inspire change. Join us as some of our artists and writers share their thoughts about the artwork they have created for our new Earth Day art exhibit. Coordinators: Janet Heller, Chris Larson, #eBlast-04-17 OOS Sermon YouTube

< To Upcoming Services Mar 23, 2025 Love Will Guide Us Sunday Service: "Love Will Guide Us  Through the Hard Night" This morning, we welcome the Rev. Carolyn Patierno to our pulpit. Drawing on our Universalist spiritual heritage, Rev. Patierno will explore how we tap into the power of love to find resilience and hope. Coordinator : Rev. Josh Pawelek Services at 9:00 and 11:00 A.M. #eBlast-03-19 Sunday Service: "Love Will Guide Us  Through the Hard Night" This morning, we welcome the Rev. Carolyn Patierno to our pulpit. Drawing on our Universalist spiritual heritage, Rev. Patierno will explore how we tap into the power of love to find resilience and hope. Coordinator : Rev. Josh Pawelek Services at 9:00 and 11:00 A.M. Sunday, March 23, 2025 In Case You Missed It: #eBlast -03-19 OOS Sermon YouTube

< To Upcoming Services Watch the eBlast for the next scheduled Improv for UUSE Adult Members & Friends Improv for UUSE Adult Members & Friends Wednesday, June 4th at 6:30 P.M. in the Meeting Room Come join a free improv workshop for UUSE adult members and friends facilitated by UUSE member, Megan Corning. Improv offers an opportunity to practice being fully present, affirming each other's ideas and building mutual trust through the act of play. Wit and comic ability are not required. Exercises typically involve physical movement and standing for several minutes at a time. Adaptations can be made to accommodate different abilities and comfort levels. Please share any such needs when RSVPing. Please RSVP by June 1st to Megan at uuseoffice@uuse.org . #eBlast-06-04 Improv for UUSE Adult Members & Friends Wednesday, June 4th at 6:30 P.M. in the Meeting Room Come join a free improv workshop for UUSE adult members and friends facilitated by UUSE member, Megan Corning. Improv offers an opportunity to practice being fully present, affirming each other's ideas and building mutual trust through the act of play. Wit and comic ability are not required. Exercises typically involve physical movement and standing for several minutes at a time. Adaptations can be made to accommodate different abilities and comfort levels. Please share any such needs when RSVPing. Please RSVP by June 1st to Megan at uuseoffice@uuse.org . #eBlast -06-04 OOS Sermon YouTube