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< To Upcoming Services Watch the eBlast for the next scheduled Mad Agnes Concert Mad Agnes Concert Stay with us after the Homecoming Picnic Sunday, September 7th for a great concert at 3:00 PM! Mad Agnes has won hearts on two continents with their signature intricate harmonies and compelling songwriting. The genre-bending trio--Margo Hennebach, Adrienne Jones and Mark Saunders--waves contemporary folk with a nod to Celtic , an element of vocal improv, and top-notch arrangements into an exciting, inclusive performance. Mad Agnes continues to play for long-time fans, and they're excited to be creating new ones as well. They exemplify three voices, one soul and forty years of harmony and mayhem. Click here for a video link to Mad Agnes. There is a $20 free will donation for the concert. #eBlast-09-03 Mad Agnes Concert Stay with us after the Homecoming Picnic Sunday, September 7th for a great concert at 3:00 PM! Mad Agnes has won hearts on two continents with their signature intricate harmonies and compelling songwriting. The genre-bending trio--Margo Hennebach, Adrienne Jones and Mark Saunders--waves contemporary folk with a nod to Celtic , an element of vocal improv, and top-notch arrangements into an exciting, inclusive performance. Mad Agnes continues to play for long-time fans, and they're excited to be creating new ones as well. They exemplify three voices, one soul and forty years of harmony and mayhem. Click here for a video link to Mad Agnes. There is a $20 free will donation for the concert. #eBlast -09-03 OOS Sermon YouTube

< To Upcoming Services Watch the eBlast for the next scheduled Harvest Brunch Harvest Brunch Sunday, September 21st in between the 9:00 and 11:00 A.M. services The Children & Youth Ministry's (CYM) Harvest Brunch will be held in the Chapel on the Garden Level this Sunday, September 21 in between the 9:00 and 11:00 A.M. services. Bring yourself, your appetite and a dish to share if you are able. This event is open to the entire congregation! #eBlast-09-17 Harvest Brunch Sunday, September 21st in between the 9:00 and 11:00 A.M. services The Children & Youth Ministry's (CYM) Harvest Brunch will be held in the Chapel on the Garden Level this Sunday, September 21 in between the 9:00 and 11:00 A.M. services. Bring yourself, your appetite and a dish to share if you are able. This event is open to the entire congregation! #eBlast -09-17 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 Watch the eBlast for the next scheduled Looking for fun for the whole family this summer? Ferry Beach invites all UU members to join them for Religious Education Week from Looking for fun for the whole family this summer? Ferry Beach invites all UU members to join them for Religious Education Week from July 5-11 at Ferry Beach in Saco ME! During the week, you'll get to explore faith development, spiritual growth and leadership among colleagues, friends and families. This is an incredible once a year summer UU program by the ocean. Click here to register or to find out more about workshops, activities, lodging and pricing. #eBlast-03-26 Looking for fun for the whole family this summer? Ferry Beach invites all UU members to join them for Religious Education Week from July 5-11 at Ferry Beach in Saco ME! During the week, you'll get to explore faith development, spiritual growth and leadership among colleagues, friends and families. This is an incredible once a year summer UU program by the ocean. Click here to register or to find out more about workshops, activities, lodging and pricing. #eBlast -03-26 OOS Sermon YouTube

< To Upcoming Services Watch the eBlast for the next scheduled State-wide UU Social Justice Ministry State-wide UU Social Justice Ministry Tuesday, December 2 at 7:00 p.m. on Zoom The Social Justice / Anti-Oppression Committee will be discussing the state-wide UU Social Justice Ministry with the Rev. Sierra-Marie Gerfao who has spearheaded this initiative. The initiative recently received a start-up grant from the UUA. Learn more about the initiative, how it fits in with other social justice coalitions, and what our next steps might be. Join the conversation with Sierra-Marie at the SJ/AO meeting on Tuesday, December 2 at 7:00 p.m. on Zoom: Contact the Office for Zoom Link. #eBlast-11-26 State-wide UU Social Justice Ministry Tuesday, December 2 at 7:00 p.m. on Zoom The Social Justice / Anti-Oppression Committee will be discussing the state-wide UU Social Justice Ministry with the Rev. Sierra-Marie Gerfao who has spearheaded this initiative. The initiative recently received a start-up grant from the UUA. Learn more about the initiative, how it fits in with other social justice coalitions, and what our next steps might be. Join the conversation with Sierra-Marie at the SJ/AO meeting on Tuesday, December 2 at 7:00 p.m. on Zoom: Contact the Office for Zoom Link . #eBlast -11-26 OOS Sermon YouTube

< To Upcoming Services Watch the eBlast for the next scheduled Nu Haven Kapelye The Kapelye is a multi-generational, multi-ethnic band that plays joyous, foot- tapping, tuchus-shaking arrangements of Klezmer and Yiddish music from Eastern Europe and other locales and cultures. Klezmer music, in turn, influenced Jazz in particular, New Orleans. The Kapelye will have you clapping, laughing, weeping, dancing in the aisles, and embracing this timeless music. Wear your dance shoes! For more information and videos of the band, visit https://nuhavenkapelye.com/home. Click here for more on interplay of Yiddish music, jazz & Louis Armstrong. OOS Sermon YouTube

< To Upcoming Services Jun 9, 2024 May the River Renew Us Our ministry theme for June is renewal. Given all the trends in the wider world that wear us down these days, finding avenues for renewal seems essential. When you feel down, what renews your spirit? We will also be welcoming new members into our congregation this morning. Coordinator: Rev. Josh Pawelek #eBlast-06-05 OOS Sermon YouTube

< To Upcoming Services Watch the eBlast for the next scheduled Know Your Rights Training Know Your Rights Training Friday, November 14th, 7:15 P.M. - 8:15 P.M. in the UUSE Meeting Room The Social Justice/Anti-Oppression Committee is partnering with a local mutual aid group to provide timely training for UUSE and the public. Every US resident needs this "Know Your Rights" information for themselves and their friends and neighbors in case of interactions with Federal police. Contact Sid Soderholm with questions. #eBlast-11-12 Know Your Rights Training Friday, November 14th, 7:15 P.M. - 8:15 P.M. in the UUSE Meeting Room The Social Justice/Anti-Oppression Committee is partnering with a local mutual aid group to provide timely training for UUSE and the public. Every US resident needs this "Know Your Rights" information for themselves and their friends and neighbors in case of interactions with Federal police. Contact Sid Soderholm with questions. #eBlast -11-12 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 Nov 12, 2023 GHIAA: Why Faith-Based Community Organizing Matters. Our guest speaker this morning is Marika Stewart, an organizer with the Greater Hartford Interfaith Action Alliance. Ms. Stewart will provide reflections on GHIAA's past successes and its vision for the future of our state. She will also share the reasons why she is drawn to the work of faith-based community organizing. GHIAA, established in 2019, is a diverse organizatin of lay leaders and clergy intersecting race, class, gender identity, religion and geography to build relational power that addresses social justice challenges in local communities and beyond. UUSE is a proud GHIAA member and fully supports its endeavors. Coordinator: Gianna DiMaiolo #eBlast-11-08 November 12: “GHIAA: Why Faith-Based Community Organizing Matters.” Our guest speaker this morning is Marika Stewart, an organizer with the Greater Hartford Interfaith Action Alliance. Ms. Stewart will provide reflections on GHIAA's past successes and its vision for the future of our state. She will also share the reasons why she is drawn to the work of faith-based community organizing. GHIAA, established in 2019, is a diverse organization of lay leaders and clergy intersecting race, class, gender identity, religion, and geography to build relational power that addresses social justice challenges in local communities and beyond. UUSE is a proud GHIAA member, and fully supports its endeavors. Coordinator(s): Gianna DiMaiolo OOS Sermon YouTube

< To Upcoming Services Watch the eBlast for the next scheduled UU SpiritLife - Who Speaks UU SpiritLife UUSpiritLife Conversations is a monthly drop-in Zoom to talk about spiritual topics. On Saturday, November 18, 9:00 A.M. to 10:30 A.M., we will be considering Marsha Sinetar's article Who Speaks? David Gonci will facilitate. Click here to find the article to read and the Zoom link. See you on the small screen! #eBlast-11-15 UU SpiritLife Conversations is a monthly drop-in Zoom to talk about spiritual topics. On Saturday, November 18, 9:00 A.M. to 10:30 A.M. , we will be considering Marsha Sinetar's article Who Speaks? David Gonci will facilitate. Click here to find the article to read and the Zoom link. See you on the small screen! #eBlast -11-15 OOS Sermon YouTube

< To Upcoming Services Watch the eBlast for the next scheduled African Safari African Safari Friday, September 12, 2025 at 7:00 P.M. at UUSE Have you ever dreamed of going on an African safari? Here's your next best opportunity! All are welcome to attend a free wildlife slideshow and discussion at UUSE led by Laurel Hennebury on September 12th at 7:00 P.M. #eBlast-09-10 African Safari Friday, September 12, 2025 at 7:00 P.M. at UUSE Have you ever dreamed of going on an African safari? Here's your next best opportunity! All are welcome to attend a free wildlife slideshow and discussion at UUSE led by Laurel Hennebury on September 12th at 7:00 P.M. #eBlast -09-10 OOS Sermon YouTube