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Adult Festival Choir
Wednesdays, January 7—28, 2026
7:30-8:30 pm in 203
Sing with purpose and prepare for an inspiring Charleston choir festival—join the Adult Festival Choir as rehearsals starting January 7!
Youth Festival Choir: Rehearsals
Wednesdays, January 7—March 4, 2026
6–6:30 pm in 203
Lift your voice with friends and prepare for an unforgettable Myrtle Beach festival—join the Youth Festival Choir with rehearsals beginning January 7!
Strategic Plan Update
The Deacon Council has written an update on our progress under the Strategic Plan.
Reflecting on the Summer Sunday Series
The Committee on Becoming an Anti-Racist Congregation wants to express our sincere gratitude for everyone who participated in the Summer Sunday Series on unconscious bias.
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
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
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!
Children’s Sabbath
October 5
11 am in the Sanctuary (during Morning Worship)
Join us in worship this October for Children’s Sabbath as we celebrate and uplift the voices, gifts, and needs of children everywhere.
Housing Options for Students Today (HOST): Program 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
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!
Make music with the Pullen Music Ministry—groups for all ages rehearse this fall and beyond; all are welcome to join!
Day Trip to the International Civil Rights Center & Museum (Greensboro)
September 27
10 am–5:30 pm
Join us for a day trip to Greensboro’s Civil Rights Museum—train ride, group lunch, and guided tour included; sign up by Sept. 17!
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!
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)
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
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.