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7d055e67-6a26-4453-beb6-e6e0c6d4803f < Back Children and Youth Ministry Committee Children & Youth Ministry : Administers Children & Youth Ministry (CYM) program for children and youth; establishes church school organization, curricula, standards, and objectives. Children & Youth Ministry: uusecym@uuse.org Updated October 9, 2025 at 2:13:55 PM

2e547f80-2c95-436d-a7c2-5af8f803a473 < Back Music Committee Music Committee : Advises and supports the Director of Music. Sustains and broadens the music program of the Society. Encourages children and teens, as well as adults, to share their musical talents. Updated October 9, 2025 at 2:20:39 PM

7b1309e3-92c6-47e8-929e-fabe4777ff7a < Back to Newsletter February Newsletter Article < Previous Article Next Article > Children and Youth Ministry News Children & Youth Ministry caregivers, extended family, volunteers, and all stakeholders (that means *anyone* interested in keeping up with CYM news or who feels invested in its future): The email distribution program I have been using for my weekly Friday Update has locked us out of our account, which expired without proper notice. I am unable to access the email distribution list I used on that platform. So, I am going to create a new account and distribution list! Please email if you would like to receive my weekly Friday Update, which includes all the details of what each age group is doing the following Sunday, news on upcoming events, as well as reflections and spiritual care. Kindly send your request to me at dcym@uuse.org to be added to the new distribution list. Caregivers of children and youth registered for CYM do NOT need to email me. We are looking for help in the Elementary (grades 2-5) class this winter! Please reach out to Emmy at dcym@uuse.org if you can help on any of these dates: (Lesson from the "Signs of Our Faith" Curriculum"). February 1 : Imbolc/St. Brigid Activity (beeswax candle making) (need assistant)) February 15 : Worshipping Together (need lead and assistant) March 1 : Finding Beauty in Uniqueness (need lead and assistant) March 29 : Fair Group Decisions (need assistant) Thank you, Emmy #FebruaryNewsletter Contact Information modified in accordance with UUSE Privacy Policies.

< To Upcoming Services Sep 14, 2025 Imagining a Congregational Year, Part II Sunday Service: "Imagining a Congregational Year, Part II" #eBlast-09-24 Sunday Service: "Imagining a Congregational Year, Part II" Because one service on kicking off the congregational year could not possibly cover everything, Rev. Josh will continue exploring the themes he introduced in his September 14th service. Special Guest Music Leader: Andy Ricci. Coordinator : Rev. Josh Pawelek Services at 9:00 and 11:00 A.M. In Case You Missed It #eBlast -09-24 OOS Sermon YouTube

< To Upcoming Services Watch the eBlast for the next scheduled 27th Annual Transgender Day of Remembrance 27th Annual Transgender Day of Remembrance Thursday, November 20 at 7:00 P.M. This year, the Metropolitan Community Church of Hartford at 155 Wyllys Street in Hartford is hosting the Transgender Day of Remembrance, a day that serves to raise public awareness of the hate crimes against transgender people and the suicidality that such hate can incite. MCC Hartford is also commemorating the 5th anniversary of TV-365 (Trans Voice and Visibility 365 days a year). The theme for this year's event is "Courage and Strength to Be" and will feature a candlelight vigil, speakers, music and a reception. Please arrive early as seating is limited or join via Zoom: Contact the Office for Zoom Link. For more information, contact the MCC Hartford office at 860-646-5151. #eBlast-11-19 27th Annual Transgender Day of Remembrance Thursday, November 20 at 7:00 P.M. This year, the Metropolitan Community Church of Hartford at 155 Wyllys Street in Hartford is hosting the Transgender Day of Remembrance, a day that serves to raise public awareness of the hate crimes against transgender people and the suicidality that such hate can incite. MCC Hartford is also commemorating the 5th anniversary of TV-365 (Trans Voice and Visibility 365 days a year). The theme for this year's event is "Courage and Strength to Be" and will feature a candlelight vigil, speakers, music and a reception. Please arrive early as seating is limited or join via Zoom: Contact the Office for Zoom Link . For more information, contact the MCC Hartford office at 860-646-5151. #eBlast -11-19 OOS Sermon YouTube

< To Upcoming Services Watch the eBlast for the next scheduled Cards and Cocoa Cards and Cocoa from 1 - 3PM in the Sanctuary. Enjoy cocoa while handcrafting holiday cards for your loved ones! Free. ! Widget Didn’t Load Check your internet and refresh this page. If that doesn’t work, contact us. OOS Sermon YouTube

224af6d3-8557-463a-94bb-b88f3359b50b < Back Nominating and Leadership Development Committee Prepares list of nominees for Society offices to present for vote at annual meeting; fills vacancies; identifies and nurtures leaders. Updated October 9, 2025 at 2:21:22 PM

< 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 Watch the eBlast for the next scheduled Young Adult Care Packages Young Adult Care Packages Collection runs through November 9 Each year we collect for and put together care packages for our young adults who are moving on with their post-high-school plans. Don't know what to donate? Look for the flyers around the building with the care package symbol, scan the QR code and purchase something from our Amazon wish list by November 2. Drop off your items in the bins in the coat closet upstairs or in the lobby on the Garden Level by November 9. Thank you for your support! #eBlast-10-29 Young Adult Care Packages Collection runs through November 9 Each year we collect for and put together care packages for our young adults who are moving on with their post-high-school plans. Don't know what to donate? Look for the flyers around the building with the care package symbol, scan the QR code and purchase something from our Amazon wish list by November 2 . Drop off your items in the bins in the coat closet upstairs or in the lobby on the Garden Level by November 9 . Thank you for your support! #eBlast -10-29 OOS Sermon YouTube

Affinity Groups are birds of a feather, where everyone can stick together. Affinity Groups They say birds of a feather flock together. Our affinity groups are where like-minded individuals meet on a monthly basis to discuss books, art, religion and other ideas. Contact the office for details email: info@uuse.org phone: 860.646.5151 Always check the Upcoming Events Calendar for up-to-date weekly information and cancelations. Book Lovers 2nd Tuesdays 3:30 to 5:30 PM The Book Lovers meet in person and simultaneously on Zoom every second Tuesday from 3:30 to 5:00 PM. You are welcome even if you haven’t finished the book. The link is sent out the weekend before by Carolyn Gimbrone. • February 10, 2026: Discussion on past books led by Lorry King. • March 10, 2026: The Emperor of Gladness by Ocean Vuong: Pub. May 2025, 416 Pages. Discussion leader: Jeannine Gluck • April 14, 2026: Stone Yard Devotional by Charlotte Wood: Pub. Feb. 2025, 304 pages. Discussion leader: Lesley Schurmann #FebruaryNewsletter Next Meeting Buddhist Group 1st Tuesdays 7:00 PM Buddhist Group meets at 7 PM on Zoom the first Tuesday of the month for meditation and discussion of a Buddhist perspective on the monthly ministry theme. Email Nancy Thompson at uuseoffice@uuse.org for details or the Zoom link. Next Meeting God Talk 4th Tuesdays 4:30 PM A discussion group for UU theists 4th Tuesdays at 4:30 PM. This ongoing group explores how UUs can name and experience God in meaningful, useful ways. All are welcome. Contact Rev. Josh at minister@uuse.org for the Zoom link. Next Meeting Humanist Group 3rd Tuesdays 4:30 PM Join us in on the 3rd Tuesday at 4:30 PM. This ongoing group explores Religious Humanism and its applications to life, both historically and today. All welcome. Contact Rev. Josh at minister@uuse.org for the Zoom link. Next Meeting Pagan Group Meets Occasionally 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. Contact Office for Times Science and Religion Discussion Group 4th Thursdays 4:30 PM Where do science and religion meet? Where are they in opposition? Meet 4th Tuesdays at 4:30 in the Chapel, and on Zoom. Contact Chris Larson for the Zoom link. #FebruaryNewsletter Next Meeting Women’s Circle 3rd Tuesdays 7:00 PM Zoom Only Women’s Circle with Nora Alpers-Leon Third Tuesdays at 7:00 Zoom Only December-March Contact alpers6@gmail.com for zoom link Nora describes this women’s circle as a “judgment-free comfort zone.” She invites participants to “sit, connect and share.” Bring a journal and a pen and a cushion or mat to sit on if you prefer that to a chair. Nora Mijares Alpers-Leon is an indigenous (Colombian) mother, developmental psycholinguist and educator, who has a background in dance, yoga, and mindfulness. She completed 2 bachelor and 2 master degrees and a graduate certificate between UW-Madison and UConn. She did her Yoga Teacher Training in the Berkshires, and has led mindfulness workshops and talking circles in the United States and Colombia with both adults and children. To sign up for this circle, or if you want more information, contact Nora. Contact Office for Times Writers Group 2nd Mondays Bi-Monthly 7:00 PM The UUSE Writers Group is on hiatus. Check Newsletter