Pullen Kids Sunday Groups

September 14–November 9 (except November 2)

9:30–10:40 am in Rooms 122–124

This fall, children in grades K–5 will experience a vibrant Sunday morning ministry through Pullen Kids Sunday Groups. Grades 4–5 enrolled in Our Whole Lives (OWL) will attend a nationally-recognized sexuality education series led by trained facilitators. The OWL curriculum includes: Sunday sessions (September 14, 21, 28; October 26; November 9); an overnight at Pullen, and a fall retreat. OWL begins with a required parent/child orientation on September 6. 

Children not participating in OWL will join the Why Church? series, exploring what it means to be part of the church through storytelling, games, crafts, and surprises.

On four special Music Sundays (Oct. 12, 19; November 16, 23), Grades 3–5 will join the Children’s Choir — preparing music for worship and a collaboration with the Oak Choir on December 7. Grades K–2 will attend Music Friends, a joyful, age-appropriate introduction to music and movement.

-Tommy Cook, Minister with Children and Their Families

Kids Quest

Wednesdays

6:15–7:30 pm

Kids Quest begins the weekly fall schedule on September 3. Pullen children can enjoy fun-filled activities on Wednesday nights! For preschoolers, there’s free play in Room 120. For older children—free play and story time in Room 125, craft time in Room 122, and game time in Room 116 and on the playground.

 Kids Quest meets each Wednesday, September–December 2025 (excluding October 29; November 26; December 17, 24 and 31). 

-Tommy Cook, Minister with Children and Their Families

Pullen PALs Storytime

Wednesdays

10:30–11:30 am in Room 125

Parents/Caregivers of babies and toddlers are invited to join Pullen PALs Storytime! We will have a story and songs, followed by free play. All are welcome to join this community event. For more information, please contact Shelby Forrest.

The fall schedule begins on September 3.

-Tommy Cook, Minister with Children and Their Families

Pullen Kids Our Whole Lives (OWL) Program (Grades 4-5)

This fall, the Our Whole Lives (OWL) curriculum will be offered again for children in grades 4-5. OWL is sexuality education covered in 10 workshops. This program is designed to help children gain the knowledge, life principles, and skills needed to express their sexuality in life-enhancing ways. Lynn Jarrard, Shane Barham, and Tommy Cook are trained facilitators who will lead this journey for our families, as part of the Pullen Kids Sunday Group curriculum.

Activity Schedule

• September 6 (9:30 am–noon, starting in Finlator Hall) — Requiredorientationfor parents/caregivers and children.

• September 12–13 — Owl Overnighter at Pullen

• September 21 and 28, October 26, and November 9 (9:30–10:40 am in Rooms 122 and 124) — OWL classes during Kids Sunday Group

• November 1–2 — Owl Overnight Retreat

If you have not received the information email about OWL, or if you know someone in our community who might want more information, please email Tommy Cook as soon as possible. 

-Tommy Cook, Minister with Children and Their Families

Children’s Worship at Pullen

Aug 18

Each Sunday (excluding First Sundays)

11 am–noon in Room 126

During Children's Worship, kids (grades 1–3) can "come close to God" in a setting designed to accommodate more wiggles and giggles. Pullen uses the Godly Play Curriculum, which incorporates the Montessori method of teaching. Parents are welcome to accompany their children.

The regular schedule resumes on September 14.

-Tommy Cook, Minister with Children and Their Families

Preschool Care

Sundays

9:30 am–noon in Room 117 (infant / toddler); Room 120 (two years and up)

No childcare will be available August 24 and 31; September 7; December 21 and 28.

Note: The fall schedule resumes on September 14.

While adults engage in our impactful Sunday Groups, we provide dedicated childcare for preschoolers. During worship services, preschoolers are lovingly cared for in our nursery. All paid and volunteer staff who care for the children have gone through Pullen’s “Safe Congregation” training and have been background-checked. 

If you are interested in volunteering in the nursery, please contact Tommy Cook.

-Tommy Cook, Minister with Children and Their Families

Pullen PALs (Parents and Littles): Family Dinner

August 23

5–7:30 pm at Transfer Co. Food Hall (500 E. Davie St., Raleigh)

Are you the parent, grandparent or guardian of a baby, toddler, or preschooler and want to connect with other parents at Pullen? Join the Pullen PALs for this family dining experience! Siblings and caregivers are also welcome. To learn more, please contact Maggie Zeillmann at 919-757-3658.

-Tommy Cook, Minister with Children and Their Families