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. James Kubal-Komoto, 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 10:30 a.m. This Sunday In Person (Or Online)
Sunday, June 7th, at 10:30 a.m., Annual Congregational Meeting
All UUFR Members should plan to attend the Annual Congregational Meeting this Sunday, June 7, 2026 at 10:30a.m. to vote on the 2026-27 budget, elect new individuals to the Board of Directors, and honor the 2026 Michos-Irwin Award winner! Friends and visitors are welcome to attend, but may not vote or speak on motions. This meeting will take the place of the usual Sunday Worship service. Programing for children and youth will happen as usual and a special social hour will take place afterward. It is not possible to vote in the meeting online, but Members may request an absentee ballot by contacting the fellowship office at or 919-781-7635.
The 10:30 a.m. meeting will be streamed on YouTube as well as being offered in person. To watch the meeting on YouTube, live or later, visit here.
There will be no sharing of joys and sorrows this Sunday. To submit a joy or sorrow to be shared during next Sundays service, fill out this form by 11 p.m. next Saturday.
(This page will be updated by June 11th for the following Sunday’s service.)
Lead Minister Transition
Learning More about Rev. Elizabeth
At a congregational meeting on Sunday, April 26, the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Raleigh voted to call the Rev. Dr. Elizabeth Stevens as its next lead minister.
Rev. Elizabeth will begin her ministry with UUFR on August 1.
- You can watch a video that Rev. Elizabeth made to introduce herself to the congregation here.
- You can watch the worship service Rev. Elizabeth led at UUFR on April 19 here.
- You can watch the worship service Rev. Elizabeth led at UUFR on April 26 here.
- You can learn more about Rev. Elizabeth here.
- You can learn more about the process that was used to choose Rev. Elizabeth here.
Saying Goodbye to Rev. James
Rev. Dr. James Kubal-Komoto, who has served as UUFR’s lead minister since 2019, will complete his tenure with the congregation on Sunday, June 21. He has been selected to serve as the next minister at the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship at Stony Brook on Long Island in New York State beginning August 1.
Would you like to schedule a one-on-one meeting with Rev. James before his ministry at UUFR finishes? Visit https://calendly.com/james-
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!
Highlighted Upcoming Events
Congregational Meeting
June 7, 2026, 10:30 am
Newcomer Gatherin
June 14, 2026, 11:30 am
Men's Breafast
June 20, 2026, 9:00 am - 11:00 am
Grounds Day
July 4, 2026, 8:00 am - 12:00 pm
Men's Breafast
July 18, 2026, 9:00 am - 11:00 am
Grounds Day
August 1, 2026, 8:00 am - 12:00 pm
Grounds Day
September 5, 2026, 8:00 am - 12:00 pm
Grounds Day
October 3, 2026, 8:00 am - 12:00 pm
The 48th Annual UUFR Auction
November 7, 2026, 12:00 am
Grounds Day
November 7, 2026, 8:00 am - 12:00 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.
