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The Hope Center Angel Tree: Pullen Supports 20 Foster Youth/Families
The Hope Center Angel Tree: Pullen Supports 20 Foster Youth/Families
Pullen folks are supporting The Hope Center Angel Tree again this year.
All Saints' Sunday
All Saints' Sunday
November 2
5 pm in the Sanctuary (replaces 11 am service)
All Saints’ Sunday is the Pullen tradition of remembering those who have shaped our lives and our church community.
Sleep in Heavenly Peace: Build Day in Apex
Sleep in Heavenly Peace: Build Day in Apex
On September 13, six Pullenites joined several other volunteers in Apex to build beds for Sleep in Heavenly Peace (SHP) to donate to families that do not have beds for their children.
Civil Rights Museum visit
Civil Rights Museum visit.
Twenty seven Pullenites enjoyed a train trip to Greensboro on Sept. 27th to tour the International Civil Rights Museum.
Joys and Concerns in September
Joys and Concerns in September
Celebrating joys, praying in loss and praying with our community.
Important Update: Church Documents Moving to Realm
Important Update: Church Documents Moving to Realm
We are moving important documents from our public website to Realm, our secure online platform.
Tree Care Happening Around Pullen
Tree Care Happening Around Pullen
Over the next few weeks, you may notice tree care activity.
Donation Collection for Cuba
Donation Collection for Cuba
Sundays through November 30
On Sundays, Pullen is collecting donations for our friends at Primera Iglesia Bautista Matanzas in Cuba. During church time, there will be a donations box at the church’s front entrance and the Finlator back door.
Worship Livestream Is Moving to YouTube!
Worship Livestream Is Moving to YouTube!
This Sunday, September 28, Pullen’s worship livestreaming will move from Vimeo to YouTube.
An Update from Jim and Susan Pike
An Update from Jim and Susan Pike
A heartfelt farewell from longtime Pullen members reflecting on 16 years of friendship, faith, and the lasting impact of Pullen’s social gospel mission
October Update from the Finance Committee
October Update from the Finance Committee
Quarterly statements will be mailed during the first week of October.
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.
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!
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!
Celebrating New Members
Celebrating New Members
Meet our latest Pullenite, Meagan Callahan (she/her)!
Interfaith Creation Care of the Triangle 2025 Convention: Grounded in Hope
ICCT 2025 Convention: Grounded in Hope (Supported by Pullen Earth Ministry)
September 20
noon–4:30 pm at Chapel of the Cross (304 E. Franklin Street, Chapel Hill)
Join Pullen Earth Ministry at the Interfaith Creation Care convention—carpooling and free lunch for the first 15 who register!