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Youth Group
Youth Group
Weekly on Wednesday
6:30-7:30 pm in Room 111-B (HOST space)
Students, join us for faith, fun, and snacks at Youth Group—plus community dinner at 5:30 pm before each session!
Kids Quest 2025
Kids Quest
Wednesdays
6:15–7:30 pm
Kids Quest kicks off Sept. 3 with fun Wednesday night activities for Pullen kids—play, crafts, stories, and games!
Men's Group
Men’s Group
Wednesdays, September 10—May 20
6:30–7:30 pm in the Library
Join a weekly discussion group starting Sept. 10 to explore podcasts, readings, and current events through shared life experiences.
Caroling Christmas Choir (Youth and Adults)
Caroling Christmas Choir (Youth and Adults)
October 15, 22, 29; November 5, 12, 19 ; December 3 & 10
7:30-8:30 pm in 203
Join the Caroling Christmas Choir—rehearsals start Oct. 15 for a joyful Dec. 14 service with choir, orchestra, and carols!
Final Call: Volunteer with AMOS in Nicaragua, November 7–16
Final Call: Volunteer with AMOS in Nicaragua, November 7–16
Join Pullen friends in Nicaragua this November to support life-changing healthcare with AMOS—3–5 more travelers needed by Sept. 8!
Congregational Meeting
Congregational Meeting
12–12:30 in the Sanctuary
Meet Issa Farhoud, candidate for Minister with Youth and Their Families—congregational vote on Sept. 21; meet him Sept. 3 or 7!
The Janice and Mahan Siler Garden: Fee Increases
The Janice and Mahan Siler Memorial Garden Fee Increase
Columbarium and memorial fees will increase starting Jan. 1, 2026—see full details here.
Opening Reception of In Search of Thoreau's Flowers and The Halls of a Changing Sea
Opening Reception of In Search of Thoreau's Flowers and The Halls of a Changing Sea
September 25
5:30–8 pm at Gregg Museum (1903 Hillsborough St., Raleigh)
Enjoy art, live music, and meet the artists at the Gregg Museum—free event with two powerful new exhibitions; registration required.
Kiara Ruth to Serve as Interim Administrative Assistant
Kiara Ruth to Serve as Interim Administrative Assistant
Kiara Ruth returns as Interim Administrative Assistant—join us in welcoming her back to the Pullen staff!
Housing Options for Students Today (HOST): Program Update
HOST Update
HOST enters its fourth year with record student support and welcomes KC Buchanan as its first Executive Director—learn more here!
Joys and Concerns in August
August Joys and Concerns
Pullen is a loving, compassionate community that cares for and shares with one another — in sickness, health, good times, and troubled times. Read the joys and concerns that we shared in August.
Experience the Joys of Communal Music-Making!
Experience the Joys of Communal Music-Making!
Make music with the Pullen Music Ministry—groups for all ages rehearse this fall and beyond; all are welcome to join!
Worship Choir (Youth and Adults)
Worship Choir (Youth and Adults)
Sundays (excluding December 14 and 28, and April 26)
10:15 am in 203
Participate in the Sunday Worship Choir starting Sept. 14—no experience needed, all youth and adults welcome!
Celebrating New Members
Celebrating New Members
Meet our latest Pullenite, Meagan Callahan (she/her)!
Making Connections Through Foyers
Making Connections Through Foyers
Join a Pullen Foyer group—monthly small gatherings over a simple meal that foster warmth, connection, and community.
Pullen Orchestra (Youth and Adults)
Pullen Orchestra (Youth and Adults)
Scheduled Sundays
8:45- 9:30 am in Sanctuary
Intermediate+ instrumentalists—join the Pullen Orchestra for worship and special events, including a Dec. 7 presentation at Springmoor Retirement Community!
Children’s Choir
Children’s Choir (Grades 3-5)
Oct. 12 & 19, Nov. 16 & 23
9:30 am in 122
Children’s Choir (grades 3-5) explores music and worship themes and will sing with Raleigh’s Oak Choir for Advent worship on Dec. 7, 2025.
Music Friends
Music Friends (K-Grade 2)
Oct. 12, Oct 19, Nov. 16, and Nov. 23,
9:30 am in 123
Younger children can enjoy music and themed activities in Pullen Kids Sunday Group!