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< To Upcoming Services Watch the eBlast for the next scheduled Coffee House is Back! Coffee House is Back! Begins Saturday, October 4th - New Start time at 6:30 P.M. UUSE's monthly coffeehouse opens its 25th season. Sign up starts at 6:00 P.M. -- performances start at 6:30 P.M. NEW START TIME! Poets, singers, songwriters, storytellers, bagpipers and performers of all kinds may sign up for a10-minute or two-song slot. Non-performing audience members are warmly welcome. We provide the coffee - BYO food or libations. Join us in the Meetingroom at 153 Vernon Street West, Manchester, CT. #eBlast-10-01 Coffee House is Back! Begins Saturday, October 4th - New Start time at 6:30 P.M. UUSE's monthly coffeehouse opens its 25th season. Sign up starts at 6:00 P.M. -- performances start at 6:30 P.M. NEW START TIME! Poets, singers, songwriters, storytellers, bagpipers and performers of all kinds may sign up for a10-minute or two-song slot. Non-performing audience members are warmly welcome. We provide the coffee - BYO food or libations. Join us in the Meetingroom at 153 Vernon Street West, Manchester, CT. #eBlast -10-01 OOS Sermon YouTube

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< 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

< To Upcoming Services Watch the eBlast for the next scheduled Adult Affirmation The class will meet on the 3rd Sunday from 1:00 to 2:30 pm each month until May. Participants will have an opportunity to explore the theological and spiritual quesetions related to God, humanity and human nature, the earth, the role of the individual in community, and social and environmental justice engagement. Participants will also craft a credo--a statement of their personal theology. Want to sign up? Contact our office at uuseoffice@uuse.org or (860) 646-5151. Questions? Contact Rev. Josh. The class will meet on the 3rd Sunday from 1:00 to 2:30 pm each month until May. Participants will have an opportunity to explore the theological and spiritual quesetions related to God, humanity and human nature, the earth, the role of the individual in community, and social and environmental justice engagement. Participants will also craft a credo--a statement of their personal theology. Want to sign up? Contact our office at uuseoffice@uuse.org or (860) 646-5151. Questions? Contact Rev. Josh. 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 Jan 11, 2026 The Arts as Resistance "The Arts as Resistance" The Arts as Resistance - the artistic voice as a means of expression. Throughout history, artists, writers, and musicians have conveyed their vision and values through their work. UUSE artists talk about their creative process and what inspires them to make the world better. Coordinators : Jane Penfield and David Klotz Services at 9:00 and 11:00 A.M. #eBlast-01-07 "The Arts as Resistance" The Arts as Resistance - the artistic voice as a means of expression. Throughout history, artists, writers, and musicians have conveyed their vision and values through their work. UUSE artists talk about their creative process and what inspires them to make the world better. Coordinators : Jane Penfield and David Klotz Services at 9:00 and 11:00 A.M. Sunday, January 11, 2026 In Case You Missed It #eBlast -01-07 OOS Sermon YouTube

Children engage in hands-on exploration of UU principles through a wide range of activities led by professional staff and volunteers. A typical class begins with Children’s Chapel (lighting the chalice, sharing of joys & concerns) followed by a themed workshop which might include music, art, poetry, yoga, woodworking, nature, games & more. A hallmark of this program is the chance for the children to come together with adult members of the congregation who share their time, talents, warmth & wisdom! To sign up to volunteer to work with Workshop Adventure (Grades 1 through 5) https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C084EAFAC2CA3FFCE9-workshop < Back Elementary Workshops (Gr 1-5) Children engage in hands-on exploration of UU principles through a wide range of activities led by professional staff and volunteers. A typical class begins with Children’s Chapel (lighting the chalice, sharing of joys & concerns) followed by a themed workshop which might include music, art, poetry, yoga, woodworking, nature, games & more. A hallmark of this program is the chance for the children to come together with adult members of the congregation who share their time, talents, warmth & wisdom! To sign up to volunteer to work with Workshop Adventure (Grades 1 through 5) https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C084EAFAC2CA3FFCE9-workshop Previous Next

ba558317-52bb-4a35-b389-294e27e45847 < Back Adult Education Adult Religious Education: Provides workshops that explore various aspects of Unitarian Universalism as well as other theological perspectives and promotes a deeper understanding of the part religion plays in our lives. Updated October 9, 2025 at 2:15:19 PM

< To Upcoming Services Watch the eBlast for the next scheduled Evening Vespers Service Evening Vespers Service 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