Category: News

Board Leadership Transition

By Sarah Ford Neorr, Board President

I am honored that my first official act as UUFR’s Board President is to thank my friend and predecessor, Michele McIntosh.  Because Michele assumed the mantle of President just six months into her own term as President-elect, she led the Board for … read more.

We want your stories!

UUFR was founded in 1949… which means 2024 is our 75th anniversary year! And do we have a story to tell! UUFR has been making a difference in the lives of members, friends and the larger community for three quarters of a century. In order … read more.

UUFR 75th Anniversary Blog Post #1

January 2024

Fifty-Plus Years of New Years at the Beach

It’s cold or at the very least cold-ish. It might be rainy, windy or even snowy. So what do UUs do? Go to the beach! Of course.

For more than 50 years, UUFR members have enjoyed celebrating the … read more.

Serving with our Neighbors in Southeast Raleigh

As part of the Interfaith Food Shuttle Mobile Market, Martin St. Baptist Church’s Blessings in Bags will take place on Saturday morning, January 13. All volunteers are asked to arrive between 8:00 and 8:30 am. Parking is available in the lot on the State Street … read more.

Announcing Your New Interim Treasurer

Your Board met on 12/12 to vote for our new Interim Treasurer.

We are pleased to announce that Paul Groves will be joining your Board as Interim Treasurer for the remainder of the church year.

Paul and his wife Nancy are longtime UU’s who joined … read more.

Reminisce & Write Class

Have you ever thought about writing some of your life stories? Well, this may be your opportunity to get started! Eleanor Goodwin, certified Guided Autobiography instructor, will be leading a class to do just that beginning in February. This is not a writing class in … read more.

Serving with our Neighbors in Southeast Raleigh

As part of the Interfaith Food Shuttle Mobile Market, Martin St. Baptist Church’s Blessings in Bags will take place on Saturday morning, December 9, 2023. All volunteers are asked to arrive between 8:00 and 8:30 am. Parking is available in the lot on the State … read more.

Cakes for the Queen of Heaven, Part 2

“Cakes for the Queen of Heaven,” Part 2, continues an exploration of feminist theology through the stories of powerful women in Judaism and Christianity. The program focuses on how patriarchy came to dominate those and other religious traditions and how women today are reclaiming their … read more.