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What you might traditionally call Sunday School is what we call Programs for Children under Child and Youth Ministries. About Children & Youth Ministry Our Children and Youth Ministry (CYM) offers a thriving program for all young people from infancy through senior high and more! The CYM program is a cooperative effort; we utilize a team approach, with one adult from each family volunteering in some capacity in CYM. We urge families to become informed about UUSE philosophy, themes, and activities by attending services, participating in parent meetings, engaging in discussions with the Director of Children and Youth Ministry, Minister, CYM committee members, classroom volunteers, and other families. The CYM Committee also sponsors many multi-generational events, including winter holiday celebrations, Trunk-or-Treat, game nights, movie nights and more. UU Principles, Children’s Version: • Every person is important. • Be kind in all you do. • We’re free to learn together. • We can search for what is true. • All people need a voice. • Build a fair and peaceful world. • We care for the earth. Sources We Draw From: The living tradition we share draws from many sources, including: • Direct experience of mystery and wonder; • Words and deeds of prophetic women and men; • Wisdom from the world’s religions; • Jewish and Christian teachings; • Humanist teachings using reason and science; • Spiritual teachings of earth-centered traditions. Program Goals: • Continue to make community and connection the primary focus of our ministry, in order to build a strong support system for our children, youth, and families. • Foster UU identity formation by providing opportunities for children and adults of all ages to engage in fun and meaningful activities together. • Strengthen our commitment to dismantling systemic racism by selecting curricula, books, music, and movies with an anti-racist lens. • Build a community that cultivates pre-emptive radical inclusivity.

< To Upcoming Services Apr 20, 2025 In the Morning, Joy: A Service for Easter Sunday Service: "In the Morning, Joy: A Service for Easter" Don't miss our annual, all-congregation Easter service. Through music and story, we celebrate Easter and bear witness to the joyful unfolding of spring. Coordinators : Mary Bopp, Emmy Galbraith and Rev. Josh Pawelek. Services at 9:00 and 11:00 A.M. #eBlast-04-16 Sunday Service: "In the Morning, Joy: A Service for Easter" Don't miss our annual, all-congregation Easter service. Through music and story, we celebrate Easter and bear witness to the joyful unfolding of spring. Coordinators : Mary Bopp, Emmy Galbraith and Rev. Josh Pawelek. Services at 9:00 and 11:00 A.M. Sunday, April 20, 2025 In Case You Missed It: #eBlast -04-16 OOS Sermon YouTube

< To Upcoming Services Watch the eBlast for the next scheduled Beth Gray Interment Beth Gray Interment The ceremony to inter the ashes of former UUSE member, Beth Gray, will take place in the UUSE memorial garden on Saturday, May 24th, at 11:00 A.M. All are welcome. Questions? Contact Rev. Josh. #eBlast-05-21 Beth Gray Interment The ceremony to inter the ashes of former UUSE member, Beth Gray, will take place in the UUSE memorial garden on Saturday, May 24th , at 11:00 A.M. All are welcome. Questions? Contact Rev. Josh. #eBlast -05-21 OOS Sermon YouTube

Liberal Religious traditions are all about justice, including social justice and sustainability and green action. Considering Joining UUSE? Have you taken the Intro to UU seminar? Would you like to become a member of UUSE? If yes, please contact Carol Boster and Janet Dauphin at membership@uuse.org . If you have any other questions, please contact Rev. Josh Pawelek at minister@uuse.org .

< To Upcoming Services Watch the eBlast for the next scheduled Sunday Service: "Imagination as a Sacred Tool" Sunday Service: "Imagination as a Sacred Tool" Our UU faith asks us to work for a more just and equitable world. In the words of Rev. Heather Concannon, "one of the sacred tools we must draw on is imagination. The tool of not just denouncing the world as it is, but of announcing: here's what I imagine a better world to look like." This service explores the ways that members of our UUSE community use imagination to conjure "the world our hearts know is possible." Coordinators: Sandy Karosi & Paula Baker Summer schedule begins with ONE service only at 10:00 A.M. Sunday, May 25, 2025 Gathering music starts at 9:55 A.M. Join the virtual service at 10:00 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#. #eBlast-05-21 Sunday Service: "Imagination as a Sacred Tool" Our UU faith asks us to work for a more just and equitable world. In the words of Rev. Heather Concannon, "one of the sacred tools we must draw on is imagination. The tool of not just denouncing the world as it is, but of announcing: here's what I imagine a better world to look like." This service explores the ways that members of our UUSE community use imagination to conjure "the world our hearts know is possible." Coordinators : Sandy Karosi & Paula Baker Summer schedule begins with ONE service only at 10:00 A.M. Sunday, May 25, 2025 Gathering music starts at 9:55 A.M. Join the virtual service at 10:00 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#. #eBlast -05-21 OOS Sermon YouTube

< To Upcoming Services Watch the eBlast for the next scheduled Key Dates and Deadlines January 30: Online auction closes at 10 PM. Set up crew works through afternoon. January 31, 5 PM: Live Extravaganza at the meetinghouse with exclusive auction items, the Get Saucy Cooking Competition and free dinner. Snow date is February 14. Questions??? When in doubt, email uuseoffice@uuse.org or talk to any of the Auction Committee members—Robin Byrne, Anne Carr, Dan Covino, Susan Gabriele, Jennifer Klee, Stan McMillen, Janet Napier, Rob Napier & Nancy Pappas. #FebruaryNewsletter January 30: Online auction closes at 10 PM. Set up crew works through afternoon. January 31, 5 PM: Live Extravaganza at the meetinghouse with exclusive auction items, the Get Saucy Cooking Competition and free dinner. Snow date is February 14. Questions??? When in doubt, email uuseoffice@uuse.org or talk to any of the Auction Committee members—Robin Byrne, Anne Carr, Dan Covino, Susan Gabriele, Jennifer Klee, Stan McMillen, Janet Napier, Rob Napier & Nancy Pappas . #FebruaryNewsletter OOS Sermon YouTube

< To Upcoming Services Watch the eBlast for the next scheduled Hands Off Rally Hands Off Rally Saturday, April 5 from 3:00 to 6:00 P.M. at the State Capitol in Hartford The Social Justice/Anti-Oppression Committee invites you to the Hands Off Rally. Co-sponsored by many organizations including Women's March, 50501 and others, this rally protests the current assault on our country, our Constitution, our government services and so much more. More information at https://handsoff2025.com/ If you would like to carpool, gather at UUSE at 2:30 P.M. Or contact Sid Soderholm. #eBlast-04-02 Hands Off Rally Saturday, April 5 from 3:00 to 6:00 P.M. at the State Capitol in Hartford The Social Justice/Anti-Oppression Committee invites you to the Hands Off Rally. Co-sponsored by many organizations including Women's March, 50501 and others, this rally protests the current assault on our country, our Constitution, our government services and so much more. More information at https://handsoff2025.com/ If you would like to carpool, gather at UUSE at 2:30 P.M. Or contact Sid Soderholm. #eBlast -04-02 OOS Sermon YouTube

2e547f80-2c95-436d-a7c2-5af8f803a473 < Back Music Committee Music Committee : Advises and supports the Director of Music. Sustains and broadens the music program of the Society. Encourages children and teens, as well as adults, to share their musical talents. Updated October 9, 2025 at 2:20:39 PM

< To Upcoming Services Jun 30, 2024 What Renews Your Spirit? June is a time for celebrations, transitions, and looking forward to abundant summer. The worship theme of renewal fits perfectly for this time of year. We will explore renewal with members' reflections, music, and readings. Coordinators: Sandy Karosi & Sande Hartdagen #eBlast-06-26 OOS Sermon YouTube

< To Upcoming Services Watch the eBlast for the next scheduled Sunday Services Committee Pop-Up Open House! Sunday Services Committee Pop-Up Open House! The Sunday Services Committee will be hosting a "Pop-Up Open House" after both services on Sunday, March 15. We'll have a table in the Program Room, so grab your coffee and stop by! We'd love to hear your thoughts and suggestions and answer any questions you might have about our committee. #eBlast-03-11 Sunday Services Committee Pop-Up Open House! The Sunday Services Committee will be hosting a "Pop-Up Open House" after both services on Sunday, March 15 . We'll have a table in the Program Room, so grab your coffee and stop by! We'd love to hear your thoughts and suggestions and answer any questions you might have about our committee. #eBlast -03-11 OOS Sermon YouTube

< To Upcoming Services Watch the eBlast for the next scheduled New World Trio Concert New World Trio Concert Join us at UUSE Sunday, January 11th at 3:00 PM for a chamber music program with Anhared Stowe, violin; Peter Zay, cello; and David Ballena, piano. The program will feature three remarkable pieces by great composers of the 19th, 20th, and 21st centuries -- Rachmaninoff, Hagen and Shostakovich. Suggested donation $20 to benefit UUSE. Join us at UUSE Sunday, January 11th at 3:00 PM . for a chamber music program with Anhared Stowe, violin; Peter Zay, cello; and David Ballena, piano. The program will feature three remarkable pieces by great composers of the 19th, 20th, and 21st centuries -- Rachmaninoff, Hagen and Shostakovich. Suggested donation $20 to benefit UUSE. OOS Sermon YouTube

< To Upcoming Services Watch the eBlast for the next scheduled Let's Dance! 6 to 9pm Save the date - Saturday, October 12th - 6 pm to 9pm - for an evening of fun for the whole family. Sponsored by the Membership Committee and open to all UUSE members and friends. We'll have music and dancing, children's activities, prizes, tee shirts and more. Come as you are. You don't have to dance, but we may teach you a dance anyway! Reservations required. Sign up with Jacquie Heintz in the lobby on October 6th, call her at 860-729-0626, or email her at jacqonstance@gmail.com by 8pm, Wednesday, October 9th. This is a free event, but a donation of your favorite cookie or beverage would be appreciated. Save the date - Saturday, October 12th - 6 pm to 9pm - for an evening of fun for the whole family. Sponsored by the Membership Committee and open to all UUSE members and friends. We'll have music and dancing, children's activities, prizes, tee shirts and more. Come as you are. You don't have to dance, but we may teach you a dance anyway! Reservations required. Sign up with Jacquie Heintz in the lobby on October 6th, call her at 860-729-0626, or email her at jacqonstance@gmail.com by 8pm, Wednesday, October 9th. This is a free event, but a donation of your favorite cookie or beverage would be appreciated. OOS Sermon YouTube