“I cherish this community of friends. I am nurtured, challenged, informed, and enriched by being a member of this church. It feels like ‘home’ to be at Pullen.”
—Pat Kincheloe
“When I was coming out as a transgendered person, the Gospel meant a great deal to me. I believe Pullen most closely follows Jesus Christ’s example of love to others who are considered socially unacceptable and who are in pain. The people at Pullen don’t ‘shoot their wounded.’ There’s an attitude at Pullen that we’re all God’s creation and should be treated as such.”
—Rachel Grace Moran
“Pullen is a safe place. People here really care about me and are honest with me. Whatever I choose to do, they are always behind me saying ‘you can do it.’ As a church, we’re held together because we share the same central values: Love, love of God, peace and justice, safety.”
—Rachel Iversen, former member of the youth group
“I first came to Pullen in 1951 because it was the only church I found that would accept a Methodist baptism. I got involved with the youth group and formed relationships with the youth and parents that continue today.”
—Dick Volk
“I was raised in a Freewill Baptist church, and I came here looking for spiritual roots. A friend suggested I try Pullen, and I immediately felt welcomed as a single, divorced parent…. The spirit of God is here. Those who come to Pullen feel like their lives have been touched by something special.”
—Nancy Jones
“My favorite part of Pullen is Children’s Worship. It’s a lot like worship in big church except you’re in a small place. We sing songs, and we have communion, too. The teachers are really nice. If a kid is acting up, they don’t yell.”
—Former member of the Children’s Program
“For me, Pullen opened doors that had never been opened. It’s a place where you are encouraged to think on your own. Joining the Peace and Justice Mission Group was an eye-opening experience.”
—Serena Buckner
“The biggest draw for me is the music. I really enjoy playing in the orchestra.”
—Ted Buckner