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< To Upcoming Services Watch the eBlast for the next scheduled How You Can Help - FILL THE CATALOG WITH EXCITING DONATIONS! What can you donate that will thrill and amaze? Rides, weeding, a scrapbook or pet portrait? Collectibles, sports equipment, art, or something else that needs a new home? Contact merchants for a donation – if you love a place, others will too. Meals to tickle the tastebuds! Meals are our most popular offerings. Italian dinners, picnic lunches, wine tasting, pool parties, DIY dessert classes, brunches by a lake… all are popular! And you can buddy up to share the work, cost, and space! Email with your luscious ideas! Join the Fun! Saucy Cook-Off 2.0 The competition is hot and heavy for the title of ‘UUSE Top Chef.’ Jump into the contest with your terrific tetrazzini or perfect pesto. Then everyone enjoys a luscious free pasta dinner prepared by UU friends who want YOUR votes! Going, going, gone!! Live Auction Snag meals in members’ homes, special activities, vacation getaways and Rev. Josh’s personalized sermon only at the meetinghouse on January 31! For the Kids No grownups allowed! Lots of low-cost items at the Kids Bid Table and ONLY children can bid! There will also be fun activities and childcare available. Raffle Baskets Committees and small groups donate delightful themed baskets. Buy tickets before/after services starting January 17. Drawing will be at the auction. To claim your theme, email auction@uuse.org . #JanuaryNewsletter What can you donate that will thrill and amaze? Rides, weeding, a scrapbook or pet portrait? Collectibles, sports equipment, art, or something else that needs a new home? Contact merchants for a donation – if you love a place, others will too. Meals to tickle the tastebuds! Meals are our most popular offerings. Italian dinners, picnic lunches, wine tasting, pool parties, DIY dessert classes, brunches by a lake… all are popular! And you can buddy up to share the work, cost, and space! Email with your luscious ideas! Join the Fun! Saucy Cook-Off 2.0 The competition is hot and heavy for the title of ‘UUSE Top Chef.’ Jump into the contest with your terrific tetrazzini or perfect pesto. Then everyone enjoys a luscious free pasta dinner prepared by UU friends who want YOUR votes! Going, going, gone!! Live Auction Snag meals in members’ homes, special activities, vacation getaways and Rev. Josh’s personalized sermon only at the meetinghouse on January 31! For the Kids No grownups allowed! Lots of low-cost items at the Kids Bid Table and ONLY children can bid! There will also be fun activities and childcare available. Raffle Baskets Committees and small groups donate delightful themed baskets. Buy tickets before/after services starting January 17. Drawing will be at the auction. To claim your theme, email auction@uuse.org. #JanuaryNewsletter OOS Sermon YouTube

< To Upcoming Services Watch the eBlast for the next scheduled The Stewardship Committee is looking for UUSE members and friends to host a potluck during the weekends of March 7 - 9 and March 14 - 16, 2025. The Stewardship Committee is looking for UUSE members and friends to host a potluck during the weekends of March 7 - 9 and March 14 - 16, 2025. Again, this year we hope that potential potluck hosts will team up to create an astounding potluck offering. We would especially welcome a potluck offering from our 'younger' members and friends. The potlucks are often dinners but could be a brunch, lunch or perhaps dessert & coffee/tea. You can steward attendees at your own potluck, or another steward will facilitate the conversation about pledging if you choose. We need to gather a list of hosts (and co-hosts) with dates and times of their potlucks by February 9, 2025. These potlucks are a way to come together in community, enjoy good food and have a deeper conversation about our connection to UUSE and our hopes and dreams for our future. We hope you will consider being a host or a team! Signups for potlucks will begin after services February 16, February 23 and March 2, 2025 when the annual Appeal officially kicks off. Please contact Stan McMillen at 860-72-8447 or uuseoffice@uuse.org to host a pledging potluck in March. THANK YOU! #eBlast-02-13 The Stewardship Committee is looking for UUSE members and friends to host a potluck during the weekends of March 7 - 9 and March 14 - 16, 2025. Again, this year we hope that potential potluck hosts will team up to create an astounding potluck offering. We would especially welcome a potluck offering from our 'younger' members and friends. The potlucks are often dinners but could be a brunch, lunch or perhaps dessert & coffee/tea. You can steward attendees at your own potluck, or another steward will facilitate the conversation about pledging if you choose. We need to gather a list of hosts (and co-hosts) with dates and times of their potlucks by February 9, 2025 . These potlucks are a way to come together in community, enjoy good food and have a deeper conversation about our connection to UUSE and our hopes and dreams for our future. We hope you will consider being a host or a team! Signups for potlucks will begin after services February 16, February 23 and March 2, 2025 when the annual Appeal officially kicks off. Please contact Stan McMillen at 860-72-8447 or uuseoffice@uuse.org to host a pledging potluck in March. THANK YOU! #eBlast -02-13 OOS Sermon YouTube

< To Upcoming Services Watch the eBlast for the next scheduled 3:00-5:00PM Experience the soothing songs of Crystal Singing Bowls and float blissfully into a deep meditative state where the tumultuous stresses of everyday life are cleared, cleansed and washed away. Sound vibration is extremely effective for reducing stress and anxiety - a leading cause of diseases. Journey from sacred Root to expansive Crown in a deeply immersive, full body experience. As the vibrations from the bowls envelop the room, experience the gentle yet therapeutic and restorative gifts to receive deep rest and relaxation for cleansing awareness, bringing balance, renewed feelings of well-being along with peace, joy, confidence and clarity of thought. OOS Sermon YouTube

< To Upcoming Services Watch the eBlast for the next scheduled Last Call to Be a Delegate to General Assembly Last Call to Be a Delegate to General Assembly Do you want to learn more about Unitarian Universalism and play a role in decision-making at the national level? We are looking for a few more UUSE members who are interested in learning about how UU "business" gets done at GA by serving as delegates. GA will be held June 18th to 22nd, 2025 in Baltimore and will be in a hybrid format. Delegates are welcome to attend in person but can also serve online. Participation as an online delegate can be at no cost to you. Attendance at all General Sessions is advised but not mandatory. Voting takes place online after General Sessions. For more information, contact Carrie Kocher at uuseoffice@uuse.org . #eBlast-05-28 Last Call to Be a Delegate to General Assembly Do you want to learn more about Unitarian Universalism and play a role in decision-making at the national level? We are looking for a few more UUSE members who are interested in learning about how UU "business" gets done at GA by serving as delegates. GA will be held June 18th to 22nd, 2025 in Baltimore and will be in a hybrid format. Delegates are welcome to attend in person but can also serve online. Participation as an online delegate can be at no cost to you. Attendance at all General Sessions is advised but not mandatory. Voting takes place online after General Sessions. For more information, contact Carrie Kocher at uuseoffice@uuse.org . #eBlast -05-28 OOS Sermon YouTube

All about the Unitarian Universalist Society East UUSE Church, its staff, happenings, sunday services, sunday school, music, social justice projects, and fun activities for all ages. Unitarian Universalist Society East No matter what your spiritual beliefs, all are welcome. Everyone Belongs! ABOUT UUSE UUSE is a welcoming, spiritually diverse community of people from many religious orientations. Together we worship, learn, build community, and advocate for a more just society and a sustainable planet. Our goal is to make our spiritual home a place of peace, joy, and love for all. We invite you to join us because all are welcome here. Let our church become your church. Learn more about us... Sign up for our Newsletter & get invitations to our Virtual Services Contact Us Unitarian Universalist Society East 153 Vernon St. W Manchester, CT 06042-2209 phone: 860 646-5151 email: Info@uuse.org

< To Upcoming Services Dec 17, 2023 Dona Nobis Pacem (Grant Us Peace). Our annual holiday music service celebrates this season of light in the darkness with our entire multigenerational congregation. Come for the music, come for Emmy's story, come to be together! Coordinators: Mary Bopp, Sande Hartdagen, #eBlast-12-13 OOS Sermon YouTube

< To Upcoming Services Watch the eBlast for the next scheduled One of UUSE’s Biggest Fun(d)raisers!! Mark your calendar now for Fun, Food & Friends!! Here’s what to expect: Saucy Cook-Off 2.0 The competition is hot and heavy for the title of ‘UUSE Top Chef.’ Jump into the contest with your terrific tetrazzini or perfect pesto. Then everyone enjoys a luscious free pasta dinner prepared by UU friends who want YOUR votes! Going, going, gone!! Live Auction Snag meals in members’ homes, special activities, vacation getaways and Rev. Josh’s personalized sermon only at the meetinghouse on January 31! For the Kids No grownups allowed! Lots of low-cost items at the Kids Bid Table and ONLY children can bid! There will also be fun activities and childcare available. Raffle Baskets Committees and small groups donate delightful themed baskets. Buy tickets before/after services starting January 17. Drawing will be at the auction. To claim your theme, email auction@uuse.org . How You Can Help - FILL THE CATALOG WITH EXCITING DONATIONS! What can you donate that will thrill and amaze? Rides, weeding, a scrapbook or pet portrait? Collectibles, sports equipment, art, or something else that needs a new home? Contact merchants for a donation – if you love a place, others will too. #NovemberNewsletter Mark your calendar now for Fun, Food & Friends!! Here’s what to expect: Saucy Cook-Off 2.0 The competition is hot and heavy for the title of ‘UUSE Top Chef.’ Jump into the contest with your terrific tetrazzini or perfect pesto. Then everyone enjoys a luscious free pasta dinner prepared by UU friends who want YOUR votes! Going, going, gone!! Live Auction Snag meals in members’ homes, special activities, vacation getaways and Rev. Josh’s personalized sermon only at the meetinghouse on January 31! For the Kids No grownups allowed! Lots of low-cost items at the Kids Bid Table and ONLY children can bid! There will also be fun activities and childcare available. Raffle Baskets Committees and small groups donate delightful themed baskets. Buy tickets before/after services starting January 17. Drawing will be at the auction. To claim your theme, email auction@uuse.org . How You Can Help - FILL THE CATALOG WITH EXCITING DONATIONS! What can you donate that will thrill and amaze? Rides, weeding, a scrapbook or pet portrait? Collectibles, sports equipment, art, or something else that needs a new home? Contact merchants for a donation – if you love a place, others will too. #NovemberNewsletter OOS Sermon YouTube

Small group ministries are what keep people connected at UUSE. Small Group Ministry Small Group Ministry is a network of small groups (maximum size 8-10) whose main objective is to create an open and safe environment for mutual ministry and spiritual growth. Groups meet monthly, have a regular format, develop a covenant, and explore mutually agreed to topics that promote UU principles and spiritual development. They are an opportunity to explore meaningful topics such as trust, compassion, good and evil, or mindful living. Contact Reverend Josh for details.

a1360c5c-96d0-4e4b-8b45-16ca36a21962 < Back Program Council Program Council coordinates the Society's programs for fellowship, service, recreation, and peronal growth; inclues chairs of standing committees and coordinators. The Program Council is presided over by the Vice President Program Council includes the following committees and groups Adult Education Children and Youth Ministries Committee Committee on Ministry Community Outreach Ministries Emergency Preparedness Taskforce Membership Committee Music Committee Nominating and Leadership Development Committee Pastoral Care Ministry Social Justice / Anti-Oppression Committee Stewardship Committee Sunday Services Committee Sustainable Living Committee / Climate Action Team Updated October 9, 2025 at 2:28:29 PM

< To Upcoming Services Watch the eBlast for the next scheduled UUA General Assembly (GA) will be held June 19-25, 2025 in Baltimore and will be a hybrid format. Here are some important links for those interested in attending: UUA General Assembly (GA) will be held June 19-25, 2025 in Baltimore and will be a hybrid format. Here are some important links for those interested in attending: For general information about GA, click here. To register for GA, click here. For delegate information, click here. For an early draft of the business agenda for 2025, click here. UUSE is entitled to 8 delegates in 2025: 6 lay delegates, plus the minister and CYM director. For more information about being a delegate, please check out the links above and let Carrie Kocher, uuseoffice@uuse.org know if you have any questions or are interested in serving as a delegate. #eBlast-03-19 UUA General Assembly (GA) will be held June 19-25, 2025 in Baltimore and will be a hybrid format. Here are some important links for those interested in attending: For general information about GA, click here . To register for GA, click here . For delegate information, click here . For an early draft of the business agenda for 2025, click here . UUSE is entitled to 8 delegates in 2025: 6 lay delegates, plus the minister and CYM director. For more information about being a delegate, please check out the links above and let Carrie Kocher, uuseoffice@uuse.org know if you have any questions or are interested in serving as a delegate. #eBlast -03-19 OOS Sermon YouTube

< To Upcoming Services Feb 15, 2026 Strategic Planning: A Discipline of Resilience "Strategic Planning: A Discipline of Resilience" Hear and be heard to form our UUSE vision, mission, and planning statements. Coordinator : Kate Kimmerle. Services at 9:00 and 11:00 A.M. #eBlast-02-11 "Strategic Planning: A Discipline of Resilience" Hear and be heard to form our UUSE vision, mission, and planning statements. Coordinator : Kate Kimmerle. Services at 9:00 and 11:00 A.M. Sunday, February 15, 2026 In Case You Missed It #eBlast -02-11 OOS Sermon YouTube

< To Upcoming Services Watch the eBlast for the next scheduled CCIU and UU’s Present: To Love Your Neighbor, Know Your Neighbor Conversations on the Religions of Our Neighbors Explore 9 different religions at 2 Unitarian Universalist (UU) meetinghouses in this lively, candid, and highly informative question-and-answer forum, produced by Connecticut Council for Interreligious Understanding (CCIU). In each conversation, 3 panelists from different religions answer your questions about what it means to practice their beliefs. Our moderators lead these dynamic conversations and encourage audience questions in writing ranging from the very basic to the provocative and challenging. Sunday, July 20th, 12:00 to 1:30 pm. Hosted by: Unitarian Universalist Society East Address: 153 Vernon St West, Manchester, CT 06042 Religions: Baháʼí Faith, Hinduism, Unitarian Universalism. For the full brochure click here. To Love Your Neighbor, Know Your Neighbor is produced by the Connecticut Council for Interreligious Understanding with support from the Hartford Foundation for Public Giving and the Hartford Bishops’ Foundation FOR QUESTIONS OR MORE INFORMATION: Please contact uuseoffice@uuse.org or 860-646-5151 #JulyNewsletter Know Your Neighbor Conversations on the Religions of Our Neighbors Explore 9 different religions at 2 Unitarian Universalist (UU) meetinghouses in this lively, candid, and highly informative question-and-answer forum, produced by Connecticut Council for Interreligious Understanding (CCIU). In each conversation, 3 panelists from different religions answer your questions about what it means to practice their beliefs. Our moderators lead these dynamic conversations and encourage audience questions in writing ranging from the very basic to the provocative and challenging. Sunday, July 20th , 12:00 to 1:30 pm. Hosted by: Unitarian Universalist Society East Address: 153 Vernon St West, Manchester, CT 06042 Religions: Baháʼí Faith, Hinduism, Unitarian Universalism. For the full brochure click here . To Love Your Neighbor, Know Your Neighbor is produced by the Connecticut Council for Interreligious Understanding with support from the Hartford Foundation for Public Giving and the Hartford Bishops’ Foundation FOR QUESTIONS OR MORE INFORMATION: Please contact uuseoffice@uuse.org or 860-646-5151 #JulyNewsletter OOS Sermon YouTube