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Joys and Concerns in October
Pullen is a loving, compassionate community that cares for and shares with one another — in sickness and in health, in good times and in troubled times.
Advent Spiritual Practices
Nov 29 | The Parlor | Facilitated by Pullen Staff Members
Facilitated by Pullen staff, this one-time Sunday group will focus on spiritual practices that will give meaning to the season of Advent.
What Do I Believe About Jesus?
Nov 8–29 | Poteat Chapel | Facilitated by Various Pullenites
Four Pullenites will share what they believe about or how they understand Jesus’ identity followed by group discussion.
Book Study – On Freedom by Timothy Snyder
Nov 15–Dec 13 | Room 309 | Facilitated by Amy Marschall
Snyder’s voice has been an important one of warning and remembrance, but in this book, he offers a positive vision that inspires. Group participants will discuss important themes in each chapter.
How Do I Love My Neighbor: Continuing the Conversation
Nov 8–22 | Room 308 | Facilitated by Shelby Forrest & Jim Epps
Jesus commanded us to love our neighbor as ourselves in Matthew 22:39.
Christian Themes Portrayed in Film
Nov 1–Dec 13 | Room 310 | Facilitated by Jason Jones
Movies have long captivated and entertained many of us in our lives, although there have been a lack of movies, especially from Hollywood, that have not exactly addressed or imbued the screens with spirituality or what, at Pullen, we would describe as “the true gospel” with messages of hope, justice, or Christ’s central message of love.
Solidarity Beyond the Walls
Solidarity Beyond the Walls is a prison justice group that organizes with faith communities
Youth 2026 Fall Retreat
All youth are invited to the Fall Retreat at Camp Agape in Fuquay-Varina.
Communion with the Wild
Pullen Earth Ministry invites you to join us for a contemplative prayer service in nature.
Pullen’s Earth Ministry Team invites you to join forces with Partners for Environmental Justice at their upcoming volunteer workdays.
This hands-on volunteer opportunity will focus on planting native species within existing GSI devices.
Nov 3 is Election Day: Quick Reference Guide to Voting and Resources
Election day is approaching quickly, read here for some important reminders and resources.
Better Together 4 NC Features Better Angels
Please join Better Together 4 NC, a local race relations group, on Thursday, Oct. 22, at 6:30 pm.
Six Ways to Support Democracy
From your Community Outreach Coordinator:
As the election season approaches, here are six opportunities to be involved with supporting democracy.
Joys and Concerns in September
Pullen is a loving, compassionate community that cares for and shares with one another — in sickness and in health, in good times and in troubled times.
Siembra NC: ICE Watch Verifier Training
January 10, 2026
5:30 pm–8:00 pm | Finlator Hall
Participants will learn how to verify ICE activity, communicate accurate information, and support rapid community response.
Gratitude Corner
As part of the Stewardship Committee's ongoing efforts to encourage gratitude as a regular practice in our Pullen community, we're starting a Gratitude Corner in the newsletter!
Pullen’s Fall Festival
October 28
5:30 pm | Finlator Hall
Join us for a WONDER-FALL family event with free pizza, crafts, a bounce house, and an obstacle course.
Showing of Just Mercy Movie
October 20
6:30–9:30 pm | Finlator Hall
Join us for a showing of Just Mercy.