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< To Upcoming Services Watch the eBlast for the next scheduled Special Screening: Bad Faith Special Screening BAD FAITH: Christian Nationalism's Unholy War on Democracy In partnership with Americans United for the Separation of Church and State, Rev. Josh Pawelek and the UUSE Adult Religious Education Committee will hold screenings of this chilling film on Thursday, October 10th at 3:00 PM in the garden level chapel and at 7:00 PM in the Meeting Room. All are welcome. Questions? Contact Rev. Josh at minister@uuse.org . #eBlast-10-09 BAD FAITH: Christian Nationalism's Unholy War on Democracy In partnership with Americans United for the Separation of Church and State, Rev. Josh Pawelek and the UUSE Adult Religious Education Committee will hold screenings of this chilling film on Thursday , October 10th at 3:00 PM in the garden level chapel and at 7:00 PM in the Meeting Room. All are welcome. Questions? Contact Rev. Josh at minister@uuse.org . #eBlast -10-09 OOS Sermon YouTube

< To Upcoming Services Watch the eBlast for the next scheduled Sunday Service: "Poetry & Joy as Acts of Resistance" Sunday Service: "Poetry & Joy as Acts of Resistance" "Joy is an act of resistance." We hear this phrase a lot these days, and it serves as an important reminder that finding joy in the midst of turmoil is a powerful form of defiance and protest. There are many avenues to joy, and poetry is one of them. Today, in honor of National Poetry Month, several members of the congregation will share how they find joy and strength in poetry. Coordinators: Gina Campellone and Paula Baker. Services at 9:00 and 11:00 A.M. Sunday, April 6, 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 3/30/25 service, "The Truth About Trust" #eBlast-04-02 Sunday Service: "Poetry & Joy as Acts of Resistance" "Joy is an act of resistance." We hear this phrase a lot these days, and it serves as an important reminder that finding joy in the midst of turmoil is a powerful form of defiance and protest. There are many avenues to joy, and poetry is one of them. Today, in honor of National Poetry Month, several members of the congregation will share how they find joy and strength in poetry. Coordinators : Gina Campellone and Paula Baker. Services at 9:00 and 11:00 A.M. Sunday, April 6, 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 3/30/25 service, "The Truth About Trust" #eBlast -04-02 OOS Sermon YouTube

< To Upcoming Services Watch the eBlast for the next scheduled CCIU Visit to the Hindu/Jain Temple The Connecticut Council for Interreligious Understanding will be holding a House of Worship Visit to the Hindu/Jain Temple on Sunday, July 23, 2023 at 2:00 p.m. Sri Satyanarayana Swamy Temple Connecticut Valley Hindu Temple Society 11 Training Hill Road, Middletown, CT 06457 Founded in 1979, CVHTS serves the religious, cultural, and social needs of the Indian community in Connecticut and across the Northeast. Sri Satyanarayana Temple is designed in a traditional style to accommodate worshippers from several different Hindu sects and friends. Please join the Hindu and Jain members of CCIU as we visit this beautiful house of worship and learn about the deities and practices of the Hindu and Jain faiths. Bring your questions and curiosity to this unique House of Worship visit, sponsored by CCIU and the CVHTS. 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 . UUSE Choir is Back - 7:15 PM Do you love to sing? Do you love to have fun? You don't have to audition. If you answered “yes” to these questions you can sing with the UUSE Choir! Weekly rehearsals start Wednesday, October 30th at 7:15 PM. in preparation for the Holiday Music Services on December 15th. All ages welcome. For more information, contact Mary Bopp at music@uuse.org . #NovemberNewsletter OOS Sermon YouTube

< To Upcoming Services Watch the eBlast for the next scheduled Prophetic Listening Session Monday, January 20th at noon UUSE chapel or on Zoom Bishop John Selders of Moral Monday CT and Rev. Josh Pawelek, in alignment with Repairers of the Breach, will host an MLK/Inauguration Day listening session and discussion. Join us in the UUSE chapel or by Zoom at noon. Questions? Contact Rev. Josh at minister@uuse.org . #eBlast-01-15 Monday, January 20th at noon UUSE chapel or on Zoom Bishop John Selders of Moral Monday CT and Rev. Josh Pawelek, in alignment with Repairers of the Breach , will host an MLK/Inauguration Day listening session and discussion. Join us in the UUSE chapel or by Zoom at noon. Questions? Contact Rev. Josh at minister@uuse.org . #eBlast -01-15 OOS Sermon YouTube

< To Upcoming Services Mar 22, 2026 Ferry Beach Retreat and Conference Center. Sunday, March 22nd: Ferry Beach Retreat and Conference Center. What’s it all about? Participants in this service will provide information about Ferry Beach and share thoughts about experiences they have had there. Coordinators: Nancy Madar and David Klotz Sunday, March 22nd: Ferry Beach Retreat and Conference Center. What’s it all about? Participants in this service will provide information about Ferry Beach and share thoughts about experiences they have had there. Coordinators: Nancy Madar and David Klotz #MarchNewsletter OOS Sermon YouTube

< To Upcoming Services Watch the eBlast for the next scheduled The UUSE Artisan Holiday Market UUSE Artisan Holiday Market 📅 Friday, Nov. 21, 2025 • 6–8:30 PM Friday Night Sneak Peek – $5 admission includes mulled apple cider and dessert. 📅 Saturday, Nov. 22, 2025 • 9 AM–3 PM Free Admission! UUSE Artisan Holiday Market 📅 Friday, Nov. 21, 2025 • 6–8:30 PM Friday Night Sneak Peek – $5 admission includes mulled apple cider and dessert. 📅 Saturday, Nov. 22, 2025 • 9 AM–3 PM Free Admission! OOS Sermon YouTube

49bfdd0e-7d0d-4d45-9dd8-103fa206338e < Back to Newsletter March Newsletter Article < Previous Article Next Article > 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. Josh at minister@uuse.org for the Zoom link. #MarchNewsletter Contact Information modified in accordance with UUSE Privacy Policies.

< 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 May 7, 2023 The Inspired Life, Why Creativity Matters Beth Hankins and Stacey Musulin coordinate an exploration of creativity, its importance apart from “talent” and the deep connection to spirituality. Sharon Gresk is a featured speaker, describing a new area of creativity in her life. Join us for words, ideas and some hands-on fun. Coordinator(s): Beth Hankins and Stacey Musulin OOS Sermon YouTube

< To Upcoming Services Watch the eBlast for the next scheduled Artists, Photographers and Poets! Artists, Photographers and Poets! A new sanctuary exhibit will go up on Thursday, September 18. There is no theme for this show. It could be abstraction or realism, autumn, travel, nature, family, your choice. Variety is the spice of life. Please register your entries at uuseoffice@uuse.org . Include title, medium, and price (if for sale). Drop-off is 9/18/25 from 12:30 - 1:30 P.M. If you wish to have your submission included in the sanctuary slide show, send a photo as well. Questions? Contact Carolyn Emerson 860-646-5151. Want your name added to the mailout for exhibits? Email the above address. #eBlast-09-10 Artists, Photographers and Poets! A new sanctuary exhibit will go up on Thursday, September 18 . There is no theme for this show. It could be abstraction or realism, autumn, travel, nature, family, your choice. Variety is the spice of life. Please register your entries at uuseoffice@uuse.org . Include title, medium, and price (if for sale). Drop-off is 9/18/25 from 12:30 - 1:30 P.M. If you wish to have your submission included in the sanctuary slide show, send a photo as well. Questions? Contact Carolyn Emerson 860-646-5151. Want your name added to the mailout for exhibits? Email the above address. #eBlast -09-10 OOS Sermon YouTube

< To Upcoming Services Watch the eBlast for the next scheduled Informational Meeting UUSE will hold an informational meeting on Sunday, May 5 at 1:00 PM, both in-person and on Zoom. This meeting is a preview of proposals which will be voted on at the Congregational Annual Meeting later in May. Proposed changes to the following will be reviewed and discussed: •• UUSE Gift Policy •• UUSE Endowment Policy/Guidelines •• UUSE Constitution Please join us on May 5th and bring any questions you might have. Thank you, Bob Knapp, Finance Chair UUSE will hold an informational meeting on Sunday, May 5 at 1:00 PM, both in-person and on Zoom. This meeting is a preview of proposals which will be voted on at the Congregational Annual Meeting later in May. Proposed changes to the following will be reviewed and discussed: •• UUSE Gift Policy •• UUSE Endowment Policy/Guidelines •• UUSE Constitution Please join us on May 5th and bring any questions you might have. Thank you, Bob Knapp, Finance Chair OOS Sermon YouTube