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< To Upcoming Services Watch the eBlast for the next scheduled Pagan Group - Mabon Celebration 1:00PM On September 24th we are holding a ritual for Mabon at 1:00 P.M. in the UUSE sanctuary to celebrate the autumnal equinox. Our group meets periodically to discuss our practice and to plan rituals. If you would like more info about this group or paganism in general, contact Sandy Johnson. OOS Sermon YouTube

< To Upcoming Services Watch the eBlast for the next scheduled Climate Café with Deb Dauphinais Climate Café with Deb Dauphinais 1:00PM We'll have a presentation by our own Deb Dauphinais, a certified professional rated dive educator for over 30 years. She cares deeply about our oceans and the waters off New England and will include her stories of marine encounters. Click here for more information. The program will also be available on Zoom and a link will be provided. Sponsored by the Sustainable Living Committee. Climate Caf é with Deb Dauphinais 1:00PM We'll have a presentation by our own Deb Dauphinais, a certified professional rated dive educator for over 30 years. She cares deeply about our oceans and the waters off New England and will include her stories of marine encounters. Click here for more information. The program will also be available on Zoom and a link will be provided. Sponsored by the Sustainable Living Committee. OOS Sermon YouTube

< To Upcoming Services Watch the eBlast for the next scheduled Celebration of Life for Alan Lloyd Benford A Celebration of Life for Alan Lloyd Benford will be held at UUSE on Saturday, March 8 at 1:00 P.M. The service will also be broadcast on Zoom. If you wish to attend the virtual service, click this link: https://uuma.zoom.us/j/99064935266. Dear UUSE Members and Friends:  A Celebration of Life for Alan Lloyd Benford will be held at UUSE on Saturday, March 8 at 1:00 P.M. The service will also be broadcast on Zoom. If you wish to attend the virtual service, click this link: https://uuma.zoom.us/j/99064935266 . OOS Sermon YouTube

< To Upcoming Services Jan 28, 2024 How We Love. This Sunday we attempt to redefine love and explore its impact on human growth, development and relationships. Coordinators: Gianna DiMaiolo & Vivian Carlson #eBlast-01-24 January 28: “How We Love.” This Sunday we attempt to redefine love and explore its impact on human growth, development and relationships. Coordinator(s): Gianna Dimaiolo & Vivian Carlson OOS Sermon YouTube

< To Upcoming Services Jun 25, 2023 Exploring Effective Altruism What is it about giving of ourselves that helps make us feel complete? Join guest speaker Ryan O’Halloran for an exploration of altruism and the role that selfless giving plays in our lives. 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 May Day Rally May Day Rally May 1, 2025 -- 10:00 A.M. to 2:00 P.M. The Social Justice/Anti-Oppression Committee invites you to join the May Day Rally on May 1, 10:00 A.M. to 2:00 P.M. at Bushnell Park in Hartford. We will be joining GHIAA and other partners for a May Day Celebration of Power, Love and Resistance. Let's join together in support of immigrants and workers in our communities. GHIAA is registering folks online here. #eBlast-04-30 May Day Rally May 1, 2025 -- 10:00 A.M. to 2:00 P.M. The Social Justice/Anti-Oppression Committee invites you to join the May Day Rally on May 1 , 10:00 A.M. to 2:00 P.M. at Bushnell Park in Hartford. We will be joining GHIAA and other partners for a May Day Celebration of Power, Love and Resistance. Let's join together in support of immigrants and workers in our communities. GHIAA is registering folks online here . #eBlast -04-30 OOS Sermon YouTube

< To Upcoming Services Jul 16, 2023 Among the Trees Throughout history, humans have looked to trees for inspiration, protection, food, and wisdom. This morning's service will be a combination of spiritual, practical, metaphorical, and scientific thoughts about why trees matter. Our two speakers, Emery Gluck, retired DEEP forester, and John Hankins, president of Joshua's Tract Conservation Trust, will share their experiences in Connecticut's forests. Coordinator(s): Beth Hankins and Sandy Karosi OOS Sermon YouTube

220ac58f-7b6a-4d0a-911b-615cd62d3d8d < Back Personnel Committee Advises Policy Board on staff salary, benefits and hiring; establishes job descriptions, performance standards and evaluation procedures; proposes personnel policies. Updated October 9, 2025 at 2:23:28 PM

< To Upcoming Services Jan 26, 2025 The Power of Protest Sunday, January 26: The Power of Protest.Coordinators: Mary Lawrence & David Klotz #JanuaryNewsletter Sunday, January 26 : The Power of Protest. Coordinators: Mary Lawrence & David Klotz #JanuaryNewsletter OOS Sermon YouTube

< To Upcoming Services Watch the eBlast for the next scheduled General Assembly 2025 News from the Denominational Affairs Committee The annual Unitarian Universalist General Assembly (GA) took place in Baltimore, MD, from June 18 -22. General Assembly is the main denomination-wide event; it takes place every year in June and involves worship, music, social justice, networking, and fellowship. A total of 3,279 people attended GA – 2,483 attended in person and 796 attended remotely. UUSE delegates to GA included: Monica van Beusekom, Patricia Corey-Lisle, Carrie Kocher, and Rev. Joshua Pawelek as a ministerial delegate. Everyone appreciated the opportunity to serve the congregation in this way. Delegates cast their votes on a number of ballots during GA. These included an election ballot (UUA Moderator, as well as positions on the Board of Trustees, Commission on Appraisal, and Nominating Committee; results here), a Business Resolution ballot, a Congregational Study Action Issue (CSAI) ballot, and a ballot on the three Actions of Immediate Witness (AIWs). Of the three proposed CSAIs, delegates chose the CSAI: Abolition, Transformation, and Faith Formation for three years of study, reflection, and action. The purpose of a CSAI is to provide congregations with the opportunity to study and mobilize around a common issue. After two years of study and feedback, a Statement of Conscience may be developed during the third year that reflects a UU position on the issue. (More info on the CSAI process). This year’s CSAI, “Abolition, Transformation, and Faith Formation,” defines its aims as follows: “Abolition is a holistic approach to systemic social change that includes, but is not limited to: the abolition of slavery; replacing systems and cultures of violence, coercion and control with transformative justice and relational practices; and dismantling the prison-industrial complex as we now know it. It requires the transformation of our society and the replacement of our current public theologies of retributive justice and violence.” To read the CSAI in its entirety, click here. Actions of Immediate Witness are statements about significant issues that call for immediate action on the part of UUs. (More info on the AIW process). Delegates overwhelmingly voted (98%) to affirm all three proposed Actions of Immediate Witness (AIWs). • We Declare and Affirm: Immigrants Are People Who Have Inherent Worth and Inalienable Rights • Faithful Defiance of Authoritarianism: Reaffirming Our Covenants for Democracy and Freedom • Defending LGBTIQ Freedom Amid Funding Crisis: A Call for Global Solidarity Going forward into 2025-26 and beyond, we will be considering how we as a congregation can take action on both the CSAI and the AIWs. We welcome your input. #AugustNewsletter from the Denominational Affairs Committee The annual Unitarian Universalist General Assembly (GA) took place in Baltimore, MD, from June 18 -22. General Assembly is the main denomination-wide event; it takes place every year in June and involves worship, music, social justice, networking, and fellowship. A total of 3,279 people attended GA – 2,483 attended in person and 796 attended remotely. UUSE delegates to GA included: Monica van Beusekom, Patricia Corey-Lisle, Carrie Kocher, and Rev. Joshua Pawelek as a ministerial delegate. Everyone appreciated the opportunity to serve the congregation in this way. Delegates cast their votes on a number of ballots during GA. These included an election ballot (UUA Moderator, as well as positions on the Board of Trustees, Commission on Appraisal, and Nominating Committee; results here ), a Business Resolution ballot, a Congregational Study Action Issue (CSAI) ballot, and a ballot on the three Actions of Immediate Witness (AIWs). Of the three proposed CSAIs, delegates chose the CSAI: Abolition, Transformation, and Faith Formation for three years of study, reflection, and action. The purpose of a CSAI is to provide congregations with the opportunity to study and mobilize around a common issue. After two years of study and feedback, a Statement of Conscience may be developed during the third year that reflects a UU position on the issue. ( More info on the CSAI process ). This year’s CSAI, “Abolition, Transformation, and Faith Formation,” defines its aims as follows: “Abolition is a holistic approach to systemic social change that includes, but is not limited to: the abolition of slavery; replacing systems and cultures of violence, coercion and control with transformative justice and relational practices; and dismantling the prison-industrial complex as we now know it. It requires the transformation of our society and the replacement of our current public theologies of retributive justice and violence.” To read the CSAI in its entirety, click here . Actions of Immediate Witness are statements about significant issues that call for immediate action on the part of UUs. ( More info on the AIW process ). Delegates overwhelmingly voted (98%) to affirm all three proposed Actions of Immediate Witness (AIWs). We Declare and Affirm: Immigrants Are People Who Have Inherent Worth and Inalienable Rights Faithful Defiance of Authoritarianism: Reaffirming Our Covenants for Democracy and Freedom Defending LGBTIQ Freedom Amid Funding Crisis: A Call for Global Solidarity Going forward into 2025-26 and beyond, we will be considering how we as a congregation can take action on both the CSAI and the AIWs. We welcome your input. #AugustNewsletter OOS Sermon YouTube