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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

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< To Upcoming Services Watch the eBlast for the next scheduled Governance Stakeholder Session Governance Stakeholder Session A Message from Our Denominational Affairs Committee The UUA Bylaws Renewal Team has been hosting a series of Governance Stakeholder Sessions, and you are warmly invited to take part. The conversations are about listening, imagining and shaping together -- not about having the "right answers." The next session - Exploring Article V - will be held on Thursday, November 13, 2025 from 8:00 - 9:30 PM ET (eastern time). Register here. This is just the beginning! More conversations will follow as the bylaws renewal process continues. #eBlast-11-12 Governance Stakeholder Session A Message from Our Denominational Affairs Committee The UUA Bylaws Renewal Team has been hosting a series of Governance Stakeholder Sessions, and you are warmly invited to take part. The conversations are about listening, imagining and shaping together -- not about having the "right answers." The next session - Exploring Article V - will be held on Thursday, November 13 , 2025 from 8:00 - 9:30 PM ET (eastern time). Register here . This is just the beginning! More conversations will follow as the bylaws renewal process continues. #eBlast -11-12 OOS Sermon YouTube

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< 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 Mad Agnes Concert Mad Agnes Concert Stay with us after the Homecoming Picnic Sunday, September 7th for a great concert at 3:00 PM! Mad Agnes has won hearts on two continents with their signature intricate harmonies and compelling songwriting. The genre-bending trio--Margo Hennebach, Adrienne Jones and Mark Saunders--waves contemporary folk with a nod to Celtic , an element of vocal improv, and top-notch arrangements into an exciting, inclusive performance. Mad Agnes continues to play for long-time fans, and they're excited to be creating new ones as well. They exemplify three voices, one soul and forty years of harmony and mayhem. Click here for a video link to Mad Agnes. There is a $20 free will donation for the concert. #eBlast-09-03 Mad Agnes Concert Stay with us after the Homecoming Picnic Sunday, September 7th for a great concert at 3:00 PM! Mad Agnes has won hearts on two continents with their signature intricate harmonies and compelling songwriting. The genre-bending trio--Margo Hennebach, Adrienne Jones and Mark Saunders--waves contemporary folk with a nod to Celtic , an element of vocal improv, and top-notch arrangements into an exciting, inclusive performance. Mad Agnes continues to play for long-time fans, and they're excited to be creating new ones as well. They exemplify three voices, one soul and forty years of harmony and mayhem. Click here for a video link to Mad Agnes. There is a $20 free will donation for the concert. #eBlast -09-03 OOS Sermon YouTube

< To Upcoming Services Watch the eBlast for the next scheduled Harvest Brunch Harvest Brunch Sunday, September 21st in between the 9:00 and 11:00 A.M. services The Children & Youth Ministry's (CYM) Harvest Brunch will be held in the Chapel on the Garden Level this Sunday, September 21 in between the 9:00 and 11:00 A.M. services. Bring yourself, your appetite and a dish to share if you are able. This event is open to the entire congregation! #eBlast-09-17 Harvest Brunch Sunday, September 21st in between the 9:00 and 11:00 A.M. services The Children & Youth Ministry's (CYM) Harvest Brunch will be held in the Chapel on the Garden Level this Sunday, September 21 in between the 9:00 and 11:00 A.M. services. Bring yourself, your appetite and a dish to share if you are able. This event is open to the entire congregation! #eBlast -09-17 OOS Sermon YouTube

< To Upcoming Services Apr 21, 2024 Earth Day and the Arts: We Wont Give Up! Art has the power to inspire change. Join us as some of our artists and writers share their thoughts about the artwork they have created for our new Earth Day art exhibit. Coordinators: Janet Heller, Chris Larson, #eBlast-04-17 OOS Sermon YouTube

< To Upcoming Services Watch the eBlast for the next scheduled Do you have a favorite poem? One that fills you with joy or deeply moves you? We are compiling a list of members' favorite poems to include as an insert to the order of service on April 6th. Please send the title of the poem and its author to Gina Campellone ( Do you have a favorite poem? One that fills you with joy or deeply moves you? We are compiling a list of members' favorite poems to include as an insert to the order of service on April 6th. Please send the title of the poem and its author to Gina Campellone (uuseoffice@uuse.org ) by March 30th. (Just the title and author are plenty. No need to include the entire poem!) #eBlast-03-26 Do you have a favorite poem? One that fills you with joy or deeply moves you? We are compiling a list of members' favorite poems to include as an insert to the order of service on April 6th. Please send the title of the poem and its author to Gina Campellone ( uuseoffice@uuse.org ) by March 30th . (Just the title and author are plenty. No need to include the entire poem!) #eBlast -03-26 OOS Sermon YouTube