Intentionally Inclusive, Liberally Religious, Actively Serving the Common Good
We are Raleigh’s liberal church!
We are an intergenerational community of many backgrounds and beliefs. We are passionate about growing spiritually and working for love and justice in our shared world.
Whoever you are and wherever you are on your own religious journey, you are welcome here.
What makes Unitarian Universalism similar to and different from other religious traditions?
Reverend Dr. Elizabeth Stevens, Lead Minister, and Reverend Carrie McEvoy, Assistant Minister.
We try to make things as clear and easy as possible for visitors to get involved in our congregation.
Join Us at 9:30 and 11:15 a.m. This Sunday In Person (Or Online)
Sunday, September 20th, at 9:30 a.m. and 11:15 a.m., “Mind the Dash (Yom Kippur)” with Rev. Dr. Elizabeth Stevens, lead minister
This evening marks the beginning of Yom Kippur, the Jewish Day of Atonement. In honor of the holiday, we will spend some time reflecting on the importance of building lives of honor and meaning.
The 11:15 a.m. service will be streamed on YouTube as well as being offered in person. To watch the service on YouTube, live or later, visit here.
(This page will be updated by September 24th for the following Sunday’s service.)
Family Ministry
Registration for the 2026-2027 is now open! Families with children and teens are encouraged to register so we can print their names on attendance sheets, make name tags, have important info to keep everyone safe, and prepare for programs that require registration like Our Whole Lives and Coming of Age. You can learn more about children, youth, and OWL ministry programs under our Families section and register here!
Introduction to Family Ministry Zoom sessions – Do you have any questions about our Family Ministry programs or Unitarian Universalism for young people? Join Family Ministry Director Dana Lundquist for a 30 minute zoom session to learn about how we explore our faith with our children, teens, and parents on either September 16th or September 20th at 7:00 p.m. on zoom here.
Highlighted Upcoming Events
Men's Breakfast
September 19, 2026, 9:00 am - 11:00 am
One Wake and UUFR Need You!
September 19, 2026, 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Introduction to Family Ministry Zoom sessions
September 20, 2026, 7:00 pm
The 48th Annual UUFR Auction
November 7, 2026, 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm
See a full , searchable listing of all upcoming events.
Find out the latest news about what is happening at UUFR.
There’s a place for you here
Learn about Chalice Circles, our most popular small groups for adults, as well as our other classes for adults at UUFR.
Join us for one of the many activities we have for fun and fellowship for children, youth, and adults.
We are committed to creating a more compassionate, just, and sustainable world. Learn how you can help us.
We nurture open minds, loving hearts, helping hands, and growing spirits.
As Unitarian Universalists we believe in doing this together in the warmth of community.
Quick Links for Members
There are so many ways you can get involved and make a difference in our community.
Take the first step on a journey toward a fuller, deeper, richer experience of life, and visit us on a Sunday morning or another day of the week. We're located at 3313 Wade Avenue in Raleigh.
Our facilities can accommodate groups of 12 to 450 people and is available to individuals and community organizations for weddings, receptions, memorial services, parties, conferences, concerts, musical recitals, small group meetings, yoga and meditation groups, book readings, and other events.
