< To Upcoming Services Watch the eBlast for the next scheduled UU Young Adults: Visioning Meeting UU Young Adults: Visioning Meeting June 7th, noon at UUSE #eBlast-06-03 UU Young Adults: Visioning Meeting June 7th, noon at UUSE #eBlast -06-03 OOS Sermon YouTube

< To Upcoming Services Nov 5, 2023 Beacons Who Light Our Way. As we reach for inspiration in these times, our peace-building spiritual ancestors feed us with their light. We'll meet three women: dialogue leader Dr. Paula Green, activist Juanita Nelson, and from a hundred years ago, pacifist Unitarian minister Rev. Anita Pickett. Led by Rev. Sarah Pirtle, award-winning author and musician. Coordinator: Martha Larson #eBlast-11-01 As we reach for inspiration in these times, our peace-building spiritual ancestors feed us with their light. We’ll meet three women: dialogue leader Dr. Paula Green, activist Juanita Nelson, and from a hundred years ago, pacifist Unitarian minister Rev. Anita Pickett. Led by Rev. Sarah Pirtle, award-winning author and musician. Guest: Rev. Sarah Pirtle Coordinator(s): Martha Larson OOS Sermon YouTube

< To Upcoming Services Sep 20, 2026 Beginnings Our ministry theme for September is, appropriately, beginnings. Rev. Josh delivers his first sermon of the congregational year--on beginnings. Let's look forward to a year full of spiritual growth, learning, exploration, justice-seeking, service, and beloved community. Coordinator: Rev. Josh Pawelek Services at 9:00 and 11:00 A.M. #eBlast-09-16 Sunday Service: "Beginnings" Our ministry theme for September is, appropriately, beginnings. Rev. Josh delivers his first sermon of the congregational year--on beginnings. Let's look forward to a year full of spiritual growth, learning, exploration, justice-seeking, service, and beloved community. Coordinator: Rev. Josh Pawelek Services at 9:00 and 11:00 A.M. Sunday, September 20, 2026 In Case You Missed It #eBlast -09-16 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 Article II Meeting On Sunday, March 17th at 1:00 p.m. in the sanctuary, UUSE will hold a congregational meeting to vote on two questions related to Article II. This meeting will be held both in-person and on Zoom. For questions or to reserve childcare, please contact Carrie Kocher at uuseoffice@uuse.org . #eBlast-02-28 OOS Sermon YouTube

< To Upcoming Services Watch the eBlast for the next scheduled Saucy Cook-Off 2.0 The competition is hot and heavy for the title of ‘UUSE Top Chef.’ Jump into the contest with your terrific tetrazzini or perfect pesto. Then everyone enjoys a luscious free pasta dinner prepared by UU friends who want YOUR votes! Going, going, gone!! Live Auction Snag meals in members’ homes, special activities, vacation getaways and Rev. Josh’s personalized sermon only at the meetinghouse on January 31! For the Kids No grownups allowed! Lots of low-cost items at the Kids Bid Table and ONLY children can bid! There will also be fun activities and childcare available. #FebruaryNewsletter The competition is hot and heavy for the title of ‘UUSE Top Chef.’ Jump into the contest with your terrific tetrazzini or perfect pesto. Then everyone enjoys a luscious free pasta dinner prepared by UU friends who want YOUR votes! Going, going, gone!! Live Auction Snag meals in members’ homes, special activities, vacation getaways and Rev. Josh’s personalized sermon only at the meetinghouse on January 31! For the Kids No grownups allowed! Lots of low-cost items at the Kids Bid Table and ONLY children can bid! There will also be fun activities and childcare available. #FebruaryNewsletter OOS Sermon YouTube

< To Upcoming Services Nov 23, 2025 Gratitude for UUSE "Gratitude for UUSE" UUSE members express their gratitude for UUSE and the many ways in which our beloved community makes our lives richer. Coordinators : Sandy Karosi and Paula Baker Services at 9:00 and 11:00 A.M. #eBlast-11-19 "Gratitude for UUSE" UUSE members express their gratitude for UUSE and the many ways in which our beloved community makes our lives richer. Coordinators : Sandy Karosi and Paula Baker Services at 9:00 and 11:00 A.M. Sunday, November 23, 2025 In Case You Missed It #eBlast -11-19 OOS Sermon YouTube

< To Upcoming Services Sep 14, 2025 Imagining a Congregational Year, Part II Sunday Service: "Imagining a Congregational Year, Part II" #eBlast-09-24 Sunday Service: "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 Services at 9:00 and 11:00 A.M. In Case You Missed It #eBlast -09-24 OOS Sermon YouTube

< To Upcoming Services Watch the eBlast for the next scheduled UU Resource for Caring for Aging Parents UU Resource for Caring for Aging Parents Are you looking for guidance when it comes to caring for aging parents? Consider the UU retreat and consultation offerings at Threshold Crossing. Their services explore a range of elder care issues, provide helpful information, and address your fears, communication challenges, and decision-making needs. These offerings are led by UU minister and hospice chaplain, the Rev. Jon Rehmus, and physical therapist and counselor on elder care issues, Katherine Orcutt. Premeditation of these issues is an alternative to what many families experience as a sudden and crisis-driven plunge into a long-term challenge. For individuals or couples, they offer a 20% discount for those registering for their May 29-31 or June 19-21, 2026 retreats. #eBlast-02-18 UU Resource for Caring for Aging Parents Are you looking for guidance when it comes to caring for aging parents? Consider the UU retreat and consultation offerings at Threshold Crossing . Their services explore a range of elder care issues, provide helpful information, and address your fears, communication challenges, and decision-making needs. These offerings are led by UU minister and hospice chaplain, the Rev. Jon Rehmus, and physical therapist and counselor on elder care issues, Katherine Orcutt. Premeditation of these issues is an alternative to what many families experience as a sudden and crisis-driven plunge into a long-term challenge. For individuals or couples, they offer a 20% discount for those registering for their May 29-31 or June 19-21, 2026 retreats. #eBlast -02-18 OOS Sermon YouTube

< To Upcoming Services Watch the eBlast for the next scheduled Manchester Indivisible Manchester Indivisible Tuesday, September 8th, Garden Level Chapel, 6:30 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. Manchester Indivisible's next meeting will be Tuesday, September 8th from 6:30 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. If you have wanted to help with the upcoming election, this meeting is for you! Instead of the regular meeting, we will be writing postcards to voters who need a little urging to get to the polls. We hope you can join us! Postcards, lists, instructions and pens will be provided. #eBlast-09-02 Manchester Indivisible Tuesday, September 8th, Garden Level Chapel, 6:30 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. Manchester Indivisible's next meeting will be Tuesday, September 8th from 6:30 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. If you have wanted to help with the upcoming election, this meeting is for you! Instead of the regular meeting, we will be writing postcards to voters who need a little urging to get to the polls. We hope you can join us! Postcards, lists, instructions and pens will be provided. #eBlast -09-02 OOS Sermon YouTube

< To Upcoming Services Watch the eBlast for the next scheduled Atrium Brass Quintet Celebrate the Holidays with The Atrium Brass Quartet at UUSE on Sunday December 1st at 3PM at the UUSE Meetinghouse in Manchester. Admission is free. This concert is given in memory of Lynn and Roland Chirico, longtime members of UUSE. Celebrate the Holidays with The Atrium Brass Quartet at UUSE on Sunday December 1st at 3PM at the UUSE Meetinghouse in Manchester. Admission is free. This concert is given in memory of Lynn and Roland Chirico, longtime members of UUSE. --- The Atrium Brass Quintet formed in 1991 uniting five friends who shared a love of brass music. Jim Lendvay (tuba) serves as the group’s director and librarian. His goal from the beginning was to create a brass group dedicated to top 40 music. That’s the top 40 of the last four or five centuries! The group typically plays ceremonial music at graduations, weddings, and church services, but is just as happy to play music for concerts and cocktails. Their library is expansive and varied, and includes selections from the renaissance to today, including circus marches and music of contemporary artists like Freddy Mercury and Sting. While audiences may not know the titles of every piece Atrium performs, they’ll find it familiar to the ear. As Jim likes to joke, “it’s all the music you didn’t know you wanted to hear!” Performers for our December 1st concert will be: Steve Owens and Steve Lyons, trumpets; Beth Pratt, French horn; Fred Bagnall, trombone; and Jim Lendvay, tuba. nday service, "Sitting at the Messianic Table." Click here to watch on YouTube. OOS Sermon YouTube

< To Upcoming Services Watch the eBlast for the next scheduled Annual Appeal 2025 Our theme for this year’s Annual Appeal is “Strengthen Our Connections.” This idea is especially important this year in the swirl of unrest here and around the world. We are grateful for our community of faith where we are free to express our thoughts and feelings without fear of reprisal. We are grateful for our faith partners in the quest for a more just and caring world. The Annual Appeal began in March and you should have received a letter with information on our accomplishments from this past year and our aspirations for the next fiscal year (July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026). The letter and forms are on our website at uuse.org. We have asked each member and friend to complete a pledge form and electronic funds transfer (EFT) form (if desired) and return to the church office by April 6. Please consider this a friendly reminder to send your pledge if you haven’t done so. A steward may contact you if we haven’t received your pledge. DON’T FORGET TO TAKE ADVANTAGE OF THE TWO CHALLENGE GRANTS AVAILABLE! The Annual Appeal ends on Sunday, April 6. We look forward to your support of UUSE’s mission in the wider community and our day-to-day operation. Thank you for your contribution. The Stewardship Committee: Louisa Graver, Larry Lunden, Stan McMillen, Patricia Wildes and Phil Sawyer #AprilNewsletter Our theme for this year’s Annual Appeal is “Strengthen Our Connections.” This idea is especially important this year in the swirl of unrest here and around the world. We are grateful for our community of faith where we are free to express our thoughts and feelings without fear of reprisal. We are grateful for our faith partners in the quest for a more just and caring world. The Annual Appeal began in March and you should have received a letter with information on our accomplishments from this past year and our aspirations for the next fiscal year (July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026). The letter and forms are on our website at uuse.org. We have asked each member and friend to complete a pledge form and electronic funds transfer (EFT) form (if desired) and return to the church office by April 6. Please consider this a friendly reminder to send your pledge if you haven’t done so. A steward may contact you if we haven’t received your pledge. DON’T FORGET TO TAKE ADVANTAGE OF THE TWO CHALLENGE GRANTS AVAILABLE! The Annual Appeal ends on Sunday, April 6. We look forward to your support of UUSE’s mission in the wider community and our day-to-day operation. Thank you for your contribution. The Stewardship Committee: Louisa Graver, Larry Lunden, Stan McMillen, Patricia Wildes and Phil Sawyer #AprilNewsletter OOS Sermon YouTube