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Pagan Group Welcoming all paths. Ceremonies include but are not limited to: Summer and Winter Solstices, Spring and Autumn Equinoxes, Beltane (May Day), Imbolc, Litha, Lughnasa, and others as inspired. Contact Rev. Josh for details. < Previous Contact Office for Times Next >

< To Upcoming Services Dec 8, 2024 On Being Present in the Dark Season This morning, we continue exploring our December ministry theme, presence. Rev. Josh offers reflections on presence during the dark days of late autumn as the winter solstice approaches. Coordinator: Rev. Josh Pawelek. #eBlast-12-04 Sunday, December 8 : On Being Present in the Dark Season . This morning we continue exploring our December ministry theme, presence. Rev. Josh offers reflections on presence during the dark days of late autumn as the winter solstice approaches. Coordinator: Rev. Josh Pawelek #DecemberNewsletter OOS Sermon YouTube

< To Upcoming Services Watch the eBlast for the next scheduled Children and Youth Ministry News Sun, March 8, 2026: Interfaith Film Series: Soul. Co-presented with the Connecticut Council for Interreligious Understanding. Location: Wadsworth Antheneum Museum of Art at 600 Main Street, Hartford, CT Joe Gardner, a middle school music teacher, finally gets his big break playing jazz in New York City, only to find himself unexpectedly separated from his body and transported to the realm where souls develop before birth. There, he teams up with a reluctant soul named 22 to rediscover what it means to live a full and purposeful life. Soul offers a moving reflection on creativity, destiny, and what truly makes life worth living. Free. Museum admission not included. Registration encouraged. 1 hour, 40 minutes. Rated PG. Sat, Mar 28: Nightlight Mission in partnership with USH (Unitarian Society of Hartford): Families with children/youth meet at 2PM to sort clothes & prepare soup, coffee and sandwiches; at 8PM distribute clothing and food to the unhoused. Be on the lookout for an announcement of an upcoming zoom call with CYM for initial talks about logistics for this event. Thank you, Emmy #MarchNewsletter Sun, March 8, 2026: Interfaith Film Series: Soul. Co-presented with the Connecticut Council for Interreligious Understanding. Location: Wadsworth Antheneum Museum of Art at 600 Main Street, Hartford, CT Joe Gardner, a middle school music teacher, finally gets his big break playing jazz in New York City, only to find himself unexpectedly separated from his body and transported to the realm where souls develop before birth. There, he teams up with a reluctant soul named 22 to rediscover what it means to live a full and purposeful life. Soul offers a moving reflection on creativity, destiny, and what truly makes life worth living. Free. Museum admission not included. Registration encouraged. 1 hour, 40 minutes. Rated PG. Sat, Mar 28: Nightlight Mission in partnership with USH (Unitarian Society of Hartford): Families with children/youth meet at 2PM to sort clothes & prepare soup, coffee and sandwiches; at 8PM distribute clothing and food to the unhoused. Be on the lookout for an announcement of an upcoming zoom call with CYM for initial talks about logistics for this event. Thank you, Emmy #MarchNewsletter OOS Sermon YouTube

b791aa1b-e071-4237-b246-af1b62e7d845 < Back to Newsletter July Newsletter Article < Previous Article Next Article > How You Can Help This Summer and Fall Donate! What can you contribute to auction off at this extraordinary event? Could you teach, repair, entertain, bake? Share your talent in other ways? We’ll have the ever-popular dinners, group activities, lessons, services and select items that need a new home. As you are out and about this summer, contact your favorite merchants to ask for donations. If you love a place, others will, too. Stop by our table after services July 12 and 26 to pick up a merchant donation letter or email auction@uuse.org. Think About Entering the Chili Cook-Off! It’s never too early to dream of your favorite chili! Who makes the best chili? Enter your tried and true family recipe or a new experiment you’ve been wanting to try. Vegan, vegetarian and with meat—all are welcome! Bragging rights and a beautiful UUSE Chili Cook-Off Apron are up for grabs for the winners! Entry is limited, so contact Auction@uuse.org ASAP to reserve your spot. Questions??? When in doubt, email uuseoffice@uuse.org or talk to any of the Auction Committee members—Robin Byrne, Susan Gabriele, Jennifer Klee, Colin Guerette, Stan McMillen & Nancy Pappas #JulyNewsletter Contact Information modified in accordance with UUSE Privacy Policies.

8bbd24e3-e5a2-424e-a9aa-2e86515db96a < Back to Newsletter July Newsletter Article < Previous Article Next Article > Newsletter Submissions Submit articles using newsletter@uuse.org or use this publicity form . Deadline for the Newsletter is the 20th of each month. #JulyNewsletter Contact Information modified in accordance with UUSE Privacy Policies.

< To Upcoming Services Watch the eBlast for the next scheduled UUSE “Community Suppers” Are Back! Would you like to be a host? The Membership Committee is once again organizing Springtime Community Suppers! But we need your help. If you would like to host a “Community Supper” at your home sometime during the merry month of May, please contact Sue Myers via email uuseoffice@uuse.org or phone (860-646-5151) by April 15 and let her know the date & time you would like to host, and how many guests; she’ll send you back a quick questionnaire to gather further details for the sign-up sheet. Hosts are asked to provide a main dish; guests will bring the appetizers, sides, desserts etc. We’ll put sign-up sheets in the lobby, after each service on April 20 and 27. Questions? Ask Sue Myers or Carole Boster uuseoffice@uuse.org . #AprilNewsletter Would you like to be a host? The Membership Committee is once again organizing Springtime Community Suppers! But we need your help. If you would like to host a “Community Supper” at your home sometime during the merry month of May, please contact Sue Myers via email uuseoffice@uuse.org or phone (860-646-5151) by April 15 and let her know the date & time you would like to host, and how many guests; she’ll send you back a quick questionnaire to gather further details for the sign-up sheet. Hosts are asked to provide a main dish; guests will bring the appetizers, sides, desserts etc. We’ll put sign-up sheets in the lobby, after each service on April 20 and 27. Questions? Ask Sue Myers or Carole Boster uuseoffice@uuse.org . #AprilNewsletter OOS Sermon YouTube

< To Upcoming Services Watch the eBlast for the next scheduled Death Cafe - Two Opportunities! Death Cafe - Two Opportunities! Tuesday, June 16th, 6:00 P.M. - 8:00 P.M. at the Spiritual Life Center and Tuesday, June 23rd, 1:00 P.M. at UUSE Death Cafe is a free gathering where people come together to share thoughts, questions, experiences and reflections about death and dying in a supportive and welcoming environment. The objective is "to increase awareness of death with a view to helping people make the most of their finite lives." There is no agenda, no presentations and no pressure -- just meaningful conversation guided by the interests of those who attend. Everyone is welcome. Refreshments will be available. UUSE will be holding its next Death Cafe on Tuesday, June 23rd at 1:00 P.M. No reservations required. In addition, UUSE member Marie Lorenzo, a certified End of Life Doula (UVM), will be moderating a Death Cafe on Tuesday, June 16th at the Spiritual Life Center, 76 Sherman Street in Hartford. The Cafe will run from 6:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. and registration is required. Register online at https://www.SpiritLifeCtr.org . Click on Events and Programs, then Death Cafe at the top of the page. For more information, email: uuseoffice@uuse.org or phone 860-646-5151. #eBlast-06-10 Death Cafe - Two Opportunities! Tuesday, June 16th, 6:00 P.M. - 8:00 P.M. at the Spiritual Life Center and Tuesday, June 23rd, 1:00 P.M. at UUSE Death Cafe is a free gathering where people come together to share thoughts, questions, experiences and reflections about death and dying in a supportive and welcoming environment. The objective is "to increase awareness of death with a view to helping people make the most of their finite lives." There is no agenda, no presentations and no pressure -- just meaningful conversation guided by the interests of those who attend. Everyone is welcome. Refreshments will be available. UUSE will be holding its next Death Cafe on Tuesday, June 23rd at 1:00 P.M. No reservations required. In addition, UUSE member Marie Lorenzo, a certified End of Life Doula (UVM), will be moderating a Death Cafe on Tuesday, June 16th at the Spiritual Life Center, 76 Sherman Street in Hartford. The Cafe will run from 6:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. and registration is required. Register online at https://www.SpiritLifeCtr.org . Click on Events and Programs , then Death Cafe at the top of the page. For more information, email: uuseoffice@uuse.org or phone 860-646-5151. #eBlast -06-10 OOS Sermon YouTube

< To Upcoming Services Watch the eBlast for the next scheduled Easter Egg Hunt Easter Egg Hunt Easter Sunday, April 20th at 10:30 A.M. Join CYM for an Easter Egg Hunt at 10:30 A.M. (before the 2nd service) on Easter Sunday in the back field. Open to all kids middle school age and under. Bring your Easter baskets and we'll see you there! #eBlast-04-16 Easter Egg Hunt Easter Sunday, April 20th at 10:30 A.M. Join CYM for an Easter Egg Hunt at 10:30 A.M. (before the 2nd service) on Easter Sunday in the back field. Open to all kids middle school age and under. Bring your Easter baskets and we'll see you there! #eBlast -04-16 OOS Sermon YouTube

< To Upcoming Services Jul 20, 2025 General (Assembly) Reflections Sunday Service: "General (Assembly) Reflections" Rev. Josh Pawelek will share his reflections on the recent Unitarian Universalist Association General Assembly in Baltimore; and maybe a few more general reflections on summer, the state of the nation, etc. Special Music by Jenn Richard. Coordinator : Rev. Josh Pawelek Summer schedule: 10:00 A.M. service #eBlast-07-16 Sunday Service: "General (Assembly) Reflections" Rev. Josh Pawelek will share his reflections on the recent Unitarian Universalist Association General Assembly in Baltimore; and maybe a few more general reflections on summer, the state of the nation, etc. Special Music by Jenn Richard. Coordinator : Rev. Josh Pawelek Summer schedule: 10:00 A.M. service Sunday, July 20, 2025 In case you missed it #eBlast -07-16 OOS Sermon YouTube

< To Upcoming Services Watch the eBlast for the next scheduled An Important Notice About Absentee Ballots An Important Notice About Absentee Ballots Annual Meeting, May 17th following the 11:00 A.M. service. Our annual meeting will be held this Sunday, May 17th shortly after the 11:00 A.M. service. If you plan to vote by absentee ballot, please PRINT your name next to your signature. Every vote should count, but unfortunately, we have received an absentee ballot with an indecipherable signature, and unless we can find out who it is from, it cannot be counted. If this might be your ballot, please contact Annie Gentile in the office at 860-646-5151 or uuseoffice@uuse.org . Thank you! #eBlast-05-13 An Important Notice About Absentee Ballots Annual Meeting, May 17th following the 11:00 A.M. service. Our annual meeting will be held this Sunday, May 17th shortly after the 11:00 A.M. service. If you plan to vote by absentee ballot, please PRINT your name next to your signature. Every vote should count, but unfortunately, we have received an absentee ballot with an indecipherable signature, and unless we can find out who it is from, it cannot be counted. If this might be your ballot, please contact Annie Gentile in the office at 860-646-5151 or uuseoffice@uuse.org . Thank you! #eBlast -05-13 OOS Sermon YouTube

< To Upcoming Services Jun 18, 2023 A Celebration of Children & Youth Ministry. Join us this morning as we look back at a year of love, laughter, and learning, recognize the transitions of our children and youth, and applaud the dedication and enthusiasm of our volunteers. This service includes a year in review slide show, great music, and some really fun Children & Youth Ministry (CYM) swag! Coordinator(s): Gina Campellone & members of the CYM Committee OOS Sermon YouTube

51c82ac2-c784-4531-92e3-722c83a1c4a0 < Back Finance Committee The Treasurer is responsible for receipt and safekeeping of money and other property; disburses money under direction of Policy Board and keeps financial accounts. The Treasurer is chair of the Finance Committee, which advises the Policy Board on financial operations, supervises the canvass and fundraisers, and prepares and presents the annual budgets. The Endowment/Investment Subcommittee advises the Treasurer and Finance Committee and manages the endowment funds and investment strategies. Updated October 9, 2025 at 2:16:54 PM