Looking for places to worship in Raleigh? Local faith communities offer Christian worship, Muslim Friday prayers, Jewish Shabbat services, Buddhist meditation and Unitarian Universalist gatherings.
This Raleigh worship guide includes Friday, Saturday and Sunday options, with locations and published service times.
Schedules were checked against official congregation websites on November 6, 2026. Most reflect recurring services; confirm special observances and visitor arrangements before attending. All times are Eastern.
Friday, November 6
Islamic Association of Raleigh — Atwater Campus
Faith tradition: Muslim
Location: 808 Atwater Street, Raleigh, NC 27607
Friday prayer shifts: 11:30 a.m., 1 p.m. and 2:15 p.m.
The Islamic Association of Raleigh currently lists three Friday prayer shifts at its Atwater campus. Check the live schedule before leaving, particularly when seasonal schedules change.
The campus encourages carpooling on Fridays.
View the current prayer schedule.
As Salaam Islamic Center
Faith tradition: Muslim
Friday prayer location: 1214 East Lenoir Street, Raleigh
Jumu’ah service: 1:30 p.m.
As Salaam Islamic Center publishes its Friday prayer service at the East Lenoir Street location. Use this service address when planning your visit.
View service and contact information.
Temple Beth Or
Faith tradition: Jewish — Reform
Location: 5315 Creedmoor Road, Raleigh, NC 27612
Shabbat evening service: 7 p.m.
Temple Beth Or welcomes Shabbat with prayer, song and learning from the weekly Torah portion. An oneg gathering follows Friday services outside the summer schedule.
Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church
Faith tradition: Christian — Roman Catholic
Location: 2718 Overbrook Drive, Raleigh, NC 27608
Friday Mass: 8:30 a.m.
First Friday Mass: 6 p.m., followed by Holy Hour
November 6 is the first Friday of the month. The parish’s published schedule includes an additional evening Mass and Holy Hour. Confirm the current calendar before attending.
Saturday, November 7
Beth Meyer Synagogue
Faith tradition: Jewish — Conservative
Location: 504 Newton Road, Raleigh, NC 27615
Shabbat morning service: 9:30 a.m.
Beth Meyer’s Saturday service includes morning prayers, Torah readings and discussion. The synagogue encourages first-time visitors to attend Shabbat morning and let the office know they are coming.
Visitor contact: office@bethmeyer.org.
Temple Beth Or
Faith tradition: Jewish — Reform
Location: 5315 Creedmoor Road, Raleigh, NC 27612
Torah study: 9 a.m.
Shabbat morning service: 10:30 a.m.
Saturday mornings offer Torah study before worship. Services may include a B’nai Mitzvah celebration or a learning service.
View Saturday worship information.
Raleigh Seventh-day Adventist Church
Faith tradition: Christian — Seventh-day Adventist
Location: 4805 Dillard Drive, Raleigh, NC 27606
Bible School: 9:45 a.m.
Worship service: 11 a.m.
For those seeking Saturday Christian worship, Raleigh Seventh-day Adventist Church offers an 11 a.m. service with in-person and online participation.
View service times and location.
Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church
Faith tradition: Christian — Roman Catholic
Location: 2718 Overbrook Drive, Raleigh, NC 27608
Morning Mass: 8:30 a.m.
Evening Vigil Mass: 5 p.m.
The evening Vigil Mass provides a Saturday worship option ahead of Sunday.
Sunday, November 8
Mount Peace Baptist Church
Faith tradition: Christian — Baptist
Location: 1601 Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard, Raleigh, NC 27610
Sunday worship: 8 a.m., 10 a.m. and 11:59 a.m.
Mount Peace Baptist Church offers three Sunday worship opportunities in Southeast Raleigh. The church is led by Dr. J. Vincent Terry Sr.
Its website also lists livestream access for the 11:59 a.m. service through the church’s online channels.
Phone: 919-807-1194.
Visit Mount Peace Baptist Church.
St. Ambrose Episcopal Church
Faith tradition: Christian — Episcopal
Location: 813 Darby Street, Raleigh
Contemplative Mass: 8 a.m.
Holy Eucharist: 10:15 a.m.
St. Ambrose is a historically African American Episcopal congregation in Southeast Raleigh. Its early service offers a quieter setting, while the 10:15 a.m. service includes choir and instrumental music.
Online viewing options are available for the 10:15 a.m. service.
View Sunday worship information.
Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church
Faith tradition: Christian — Roman Catholic
Location: 2718 Overbrook Drive, Raleigh, NC 27608
Sunday Mass times:
- English: 9 a.m., 11:30 a.m. and 5 p.m.
- Spanish: 1:30 p.m.
The parish offers morning, afternoon and evening opportunities for Sunday Mass.
Kadampa Center
Faith tradition: Tibetan Buddhism — Gelugpa
Location: 5412 Etta Burke Court, Raleigh, NC 27606
November 8 schedule:
- Guided meditation: 9–10 a.m., hybrid.
- Sunday Dharma with Geshe Gelek: 10:30 a.m.–noon, hybrid.
- Children’s program: 10:30 a.m.–noon, in person.
These times come from the center’s dated November calendar, which differs from its general Sunday schedule. The center describes its Sunday program as appropriate for visitors and students at different levels of Buddhist study.
View the calendar and participation details.
Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Raleigh
Faith tradition: Unitarian Universalist
Location: 3313 Wade Avenue, Raleigh
Sunday worship: 9:30 a.m. and 11:15 a.m.
The fellowship offers two in-person Sunday services. Its 11:15 a.m. service is also livestreamed and available to watch later through its YouTube channel.
View Sunday worship information.
Before Your First Visit
A little preparation can help you feel comfortable:
- Confirm service times: Special observances and seasonal schedules can affect regular hours.
- Ask about visiting: Contact the congregation about arrival procedures, dress customs and participation.
- Check accessibility: Ask about step-free entrances, accessible seating or other accommodations.
- Review family options: Childcare and children’s programs may follow separate schedules.
- Arrive early: Allow time for parking and finding the correct entrance.
For Muslim daily prayers on Saturday and Sunday, consult the mosque’s current timetable; Friday prayer shifts do not apply to the entire weekend.
This guide is a selection of Raleigh faith communities rather than a complete directory.
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