For two thousand years, Christians have turned to the story and message of John the Baptist in the weeks leading up to Christmas. In this year’s Advent study, titled Prepare the Way for the Lord: Advent and the Message of John the Baptist, best-selling author...
Our Stock the Shelves food pantry ministry, which originally served 20 families when it was founded in 2020, now serves 50–70 families every month by providing them with necessities such as food, cleaning supplies, and hygiene products. Your donations make this possible! You can give...
On the third Monday of each month, gather for Lunch Bunch at the University Drive parsonage across the street from the church and enjoy a relaxed lunch full of conversation and laughter with old and new friends. Please plan to bring a packed lunch; drinks...
This fall, we invite you to join us in reading and discussing Habits of the Household by Justin Whitmel Earley alongside Angela Schroeder, our Kids Ministry Director. This accessible and practical book discusses family habits and how they form us and our families to the...
It's not too late to join Fairfax UMC Kids Ministry in reading Habits of the Household by Justin Whitmel Earley! We will discuss the chapters on Mealtime and Discipline on Sunday, October 15, at 7:00pm. To get the Zoom link, a copy of the book,...
If you have experienced the loss of someone or something you love, you know firsthand how difficult it can be to cope with grief and carry on in a spirit of peace and joy. Pastor Pamela would like to invite anyone wrestling with loss to...
Dinner Out has been rescheduled to Tuesday, October 24 instead of the usual last Tuesday of the month. We hope to see you at P.J. Skidoos at 6:30pm for dinner with your church family. To let us know you’re coming and help us plan for...
Fairfax UMC offers English as a Second Language (ESL) classes for beginner and intermediate-level English language learners throughout the year. We also offer a Citizenship Class to prepare students for the U.S. Citizenship test. The Fall 2023 ESL session begins Wednesday, September 13, and...
Are you an adult who enjoys playing board games or card games? If so, join us at our newest opportunity to connect with others in our church. Our first game night, called GameOn!, is planned for Friday, November 17, at 6:00–8:00pm. Come enjoy a light...
Join the Lunch Bunch group on Monday, November 20, at 12:00pm for a special gathering. This month, everyone is invited to bring something to share for our annual Feast of Gratitude. We hope you’ll join us for this joyful time of connection at Pastor Pamela’s...
Come enjoy dinner, friendship, and community with your church family on the last Tuesday of every month at 6:30pm at P.J. Skidoos in Fairfax. To let us know you’re coming and help us plan the correct number of seats, please email Pamela at pkipps@fairfaxumc.org. We...
If you delight in seeing Fairfax UMC decked out for the holidays, please join us on Saturday, December 2, starting at 8:30am to help us “deck the halls.” We’ll enjoy coffee, cider, and donuts as we decorate our beautiful church. Casual Christmas dress is welcome,...
If you enjoy festive food and good conversation, join us for our Christmas Lunch Bunch gathering on December 11 (one week earlier than usual) at 12:00 pm at Pastor Pamela’s parsonage across the street from the church. Everyone is invited to bring a dish to share...
The January Lunch Bunch has been moved to Tuesday, January 16, to accommodate for Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Bring a packed lunch (we’ll provide the drinks) and join old and new friends for relaxed conversation and laughter at Pastor Pamela’s parsonage. Look for the...
Join us on Sunday, January 28, for a new one-hour Discovery Days workshop, About Your Church, co-led by Reverend David Bonney and church member Wyatt Bethel. We’ll meet in the Fellowship Hall right after worship to learn about Fairfax UMC’s history, our community engagement, and...
