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< To Upcoming Services Watch the eBlast for the next scheduled Call for Artists, Photographers and Poets! Call for Artists, Photographers and Poets! Do you wish to participate in the upcoming summer exhibit in the UUSE sanctuary? Registration starts now and runs through Sunday, June 22. Register via email at uuseoffice@uuse.org . Please include your name, phone number, title of piece, sale price or NFS (not for sale). Drop off is Thursday, June 26th from 12:00 P.M. to 1:30 P.M. If you're unable to fit into that time window, kindly leave your framed artwork in Annie Gentile's office, tagged with your name. Questions? Contact Carolyn Emerson, uuseoffice@uuse.org or 860-646-5151. #eBlast-06-18 Call for Artists, Photographers and Poets! Do you wish to participate in the upcoming summer exhibit in the UUSE sanctuary? Registration starts now and runs through Sunday, June 22 . Register via email at uuseoffice@uuse.org . Please include your name, phone number, title of piece, sale price or NFS (not for sale). Drop off is Thursday, June 26th from 12:00 P.M. to 1:30 P.M. If you're unable to fit into that time window, kindly leave your framed artwork in Annie Gentile's office, tagged with your name. Questions? Contact Carolyn Emerson, uuseoffice@uuse.org or 860-646-5151. #eBlast -06-18 OOS Sermon YouTube

< To Upcoming Services Sep 7, 2025 Homecoming: Where Fire Belongs Sunday Service: "Homecoming: Where Fire Belongs" Join us for our annual Homecoming service. Let's celebrate UUSE--a beacon of spiritual light for all those seeking beloved, liberal religious community east of the Connecticut River. Our chalice flame lights the way as we offer opportunity, passion, action, comfort, and belonging to long-time members and newcomers alike. Coordinators : Emmy Galbraith and Rev. Josh Pawelek. Services at 9:00 and 11:00 A.M. #eBlast-09-03 Sunday Service: "Homecoming: Where Fire Belongs" Join us for our annual Homecoming service. Let's celebrate UUSE--a beacon of spiritual light for all those seeking beloved, liberal religious community east of the Connecticut River. Our chalice flame lights the way as we offer opportunity, passion, action, comfort, and belonging to long-time members and newcomers alike. Coordinators : Emmy Galbraith and Rev. Josh Pawelek. Services at 9:00 and 11:00 A.M. Sunday, September 7, 2025 In Case You Missed It #eBlast -09-03 OOS Sermon YouTube

< To Upcoming Services Jul 21, 2024 Let Us All Sing. Come one, come all! Great fun for all ages and musical abilities: Join us at 10 A.M. for UUSE's first request-a-hymn service since before COVID! We've received over ten hymn requests already, and we'll have time for more. Bring the name of your favorite hymn and our fantastic Music Director Mary Bopp will play it live while we all sing together! Coordinator: Martha Larson #eBlast-07-17 OOS Sermon YouTube

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< To Upcoming Services Watch the eBlast for the next scheduled The Burial at Thebes The Burial at Thebes December 4th - 7th, 2025 The UUSE Affirmation class is planning to attend The Burial at Thebes. We thought others might like to attend as well. This is a version of Sophocles' Antigone, a new translation by Seamus Heaney and directed by our own Kristen Morgan. Shows run from December 4 - 7, 2025 at the Proscenium Theater at Eastern Connecticut State University. For tickets and more information, look for the flyers around the building and scan the code or contact the box office by emailing uuseoffice@uuse.org or phone (860) 465-5123. #eBlast-12-03 The Burial at Thebes December 4th - 7th, 2025 The UUSE Affirmation class is planning to attend The Burial at Thebes . We thought others might like to attend as well. This is a version of Sophocles' Antigone , a new translation by Seamus Heaney and directed by our own Kristen Morgan. Shows run from December 4 - 7, 2025 at the Proscenium Theater at Eastern Connecticut State University. For tickets and more information, look for the flyers around the building and scan the code or contact the box office by emailing uuseoffice@uuse.org or phone (860) 465-5123. #eBlast -12-03 OOS Sermon YouTube

This page has driving directions for people who what to try to find our hidden gem of a church. Visit Us We’re a little off the beaten path, but well worth the journey! While our location can be a bit tricky to find, Google Maps or MapQuest will lead you right to us—have faith! To help you get your bearings: West Vernon Street in Manchester connects Taylor Street in Talcottville/Vernon with Vernon Street in Manchester, in the northeastern part of town. If you’re seeking peace, community, and a deeper spiritual connection, we believe you’ll find your effort rewarded here at UUSE. Unitarian Universalist Society East 153 Vernon St. W Manchester, CT 06042-2209 phone: 860 646-5151 email: info@uuse.org Wheelchair accessible building and parking lot Assistive listening devices available Nursery Available Children & Youth Ministry Low Scent Policy

< 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 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 Spring Spruce-Up Spring Spruce-Up Please join the Building and Grounds Committee on Saturday May 17th, 9:00 A.M. to 12:00 P.M. for our annual spring work party to spruce up the grounds. Nothing like communing with nature and UUs to lift your spirits! We'll prepare the grounds for summer and share information about upcoming B&G projects. This is a time for all ages - kids and youth welcome with a responsibe adult. Dress for the weather and bring your favorite lawn tools (we do have some to borrow). We'll provide snacks, beverages, and some guidance. For more information, contact Jane Osborn or Cory Clark. See you then! #eBlast-05-14 Spring Spruce-Up Please join the Building and Grounds Committee on Saturday May 17th, 9:00 A.M. to 12:00 P.M. for our annual spring work party to spruce up the grounds. Nothing like communing with nature and UUs to lift your spirits! We'll prepare the grounds for summer and share information about upcoming B&G projects. This is a time for all ages - kids and youth welcome with a responsibe adult. Dress for the weather and bring your favorite lawn tools (we do have some to borrow). We'll provide snacks, beverages, and some guidance. For more information, contact Jane Osborn or Cory Clark. See you then! #eBlast -05-14 OOS Sermon YouTube

This page has driving directions for people who what to try to find our hidden gem of a church. UUSE's Low Scent Policy In order to make UUSE accessible to people with multiple chemical sensitivities and environmental illness, UUSE strives to be a low scent and chemical-free congregation and facility. UUSE asks congregants, staff, and contractual visitors to limit their use of scented products as much as possible and to refrain from using perfumes and colognes

< To Upcoming Services Watch the eBlast for the next scheduled Sunday Service: "Sacred Spaces: Affordable Housing as a Moral Imperative through MISAC" Sunday Service: "Sacred Spaces: Affordable Housing as a Moral Imperative through MISAC" Join UUSE MISAC board members to hear the story of one of the most effective social outreach efforts involving UUSE. Learn how the Manchester Interfaith Social Action Committee (MISAC) has provided high-quality, affordable housing to Manchester families for 56 years, while awarding over $2.5M to housing-related grant projects over the past 12 years. Coordinator: Kate Kimmerle. Summer schedule: 10:00 A.M. service Sunday, August 17, 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#. In Case You Missed It Click here for a Youtube link to the 8/3/25 service, "Bittersweet August" #eBlast-08-13 Sunday Service: "Sacred Spaces: Affordable Housing as a Moral Imperative through MISAC" Join UUSE MISAC board members to hear the story of one of the most effective social outreach efforts involving UUSE. Learn how the Manchester Interfaith Social Action Committee (MISAC) has provided high-quality, affordable housing to Manchester families for 56 years, while awarding over $2.5M to housing-related grant projects over the past 12 years. Coordinator : Kate Kimmerle. Summer schedule: 10:00 A.M. service Sunday, August 17, 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#. In Case You Missed It Click here for a Youtube link to the 8/3/25 service, "Bittersweet August" #eBlast -08-13 OOS Sermon YouTube

< To Upcoming Services Watch the eBlast for the next scheduled Sunday Service: "Weaving Our Lives" Sunday Service: "Weaving Our Lives" General Assembly 2024. We will be presenting an edited version of the 2024 GA Sunday Worship service featuring inspiring stories and music focused on the interdependent web of life of which we are all a part. Coordinator: Vivian Carlson. Summer schedule: 10:00 A.M. service Sunday, August 31, 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#. In Case You Missed It Click here for a Youtube link to the 8/24/25 service, "Coffee House Worship!" Important note: Next week on September 7th, we return to our fall schedule with services at 9:00 A.M. and 11:00 A.M. with the 11:00 A.M. service also broadcast on Zoom. Additionally, Annie will be away on vacation the first week of September, so if you have a notice for the e-blast for that week, please send it to Susan Barlow at uuseoffice@uuse.org #eBlast-08-27 Sunday Service: "Weaving Our Lives" General Assembly 2024. We will be presenting an edited version of the 2024 GA Sunday Worship service featuring inspiring stories and music focused on the interdependent web of life of which we are all a part. Coordinator : Vivian Carlson. Summer schedule: 10:00 A.M. service Sunday, August 31, 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#. In Case You Missed It Click here for a Youtube link to the 8/24/25 service, "Coffee House Worship!" Important note : Next week on September 7th, we return to our fall schedule with services at 9:00 A.M. and 11:00 A.M. with the 11:00 A.M. service also broadcast on Zoom. Additionally, Annie will be away on vacation the first week of September, so if you have a notice for the e-blast for that week, please send it to Susan Barlow at uuseoffice@uuse.org #eBlast -08-27 OOS Sermon YouTube