Fairfax United Methodist Church

FACETS Meal Preparation
2022-09-16 15:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | Fairfax United Methodist Church, 10300 Stratford Avenue, Fairfax, VA, 22030, United States
At 3:00pm on the first and third Fridays of each month, FACETS volunteers from FUMC prepare and deliver hot meals for families and individuals who are homeless in our community. Please contact Jim Conklin to assist with this critical ministry. Volunteers to cook and deliver the meals are always needed.

Stock the Shelves
2022-09-17 11:00 - 15:00 | Fairfax United Methodist Church, 10300 Stratford Avenue, Fairfax, VA, 22030, United States
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 financially to support the food pantry via our online donations portal, or you can donate shelf-stable goods in the blue bins located in the Narthex and church office. Each month has a different item focus, which you can learn about on our Facebook page, or you can click here for a list of all suggested donations. Or, if you want to get even more involved, we invite you to sign up to help collect distribute donations during one or more of our events.

CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE NEXT STOCK THE SHELVES EVENT

Lunch Bunch
2022-09-19 12:00 - 13:00 | Fairfax United Methodist Church, 10300 Stratford Avenue, Fairfax, VA, 22030, United States
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 are provided. We hope to see you there!

Journey Through the Gospels Bible Study
2022-09-21 11:00 - 12:00 | Fairfax United Methodist Church, 10300 Stratford Avenue, Fairfax, VA, 22030, United States
What exactly did Jesus do and say while he was on earth? What were his primary and his controversial teachings? How was he different from other religious leaders, and what does he want from us today? If you’d like answers to these types of questions and want to grow your faith, join Pastor Pamela Kipps on a Journey Through the Gospels. We’ll begin our journey on September 21 with a six week study of the book of Matthew. Classes will run weekly through October 26, with identical sessions on Wednesday mornings at 11:00am to noon and Sunday mornings at 10:30–11:30am. Light breakfast will be provided, and kids programming is offered on Sundays. Have questions or want more information? Contact Pastor Pamela at pkipps@fairfaxumc.org.

Lamb Center Meal Preparation
2022-09-22 09:00 - 11:00 | Fairfax United Methodist Church, 10300 Stratford Avenue, Fairfax, VA, 22030, United States
On the fourth Thursday of every month at 9:00am, you are invited to come together for an hour in the Fellowship Hall to pack lunches for the homeless guests of the Lamb Center. The church needs your help to make these lunches. If you can make a sandwich or bag vegetables, there’s a place for you! No sign-up or heavy lifting is required.

Dinner Out
2022-09-28 18:30 - 20:00 | Fairfax United Methodist Church, 10300 Stratford Avenue, Fairfax, VA, 22030, United States
FUMC looks forward to another delicious dinner and more great conversation at our Dinner Out event on Wednesday, September 28. Starting at 6:30pm, join us in the backyard of Pastor Pamela’s parsonage across the street from the church for Italian Night! This is a great way to connect with others in the church, make new friends, and soak up a spirit of joy! Drop-ins are welcome, but if you can, let Pastor Pamela know you plan to attend by sending an email to pkipps@fairfaxumc.org or calling the church office at 703-591-3120. This will help us order food accordingly. Tables will be set up inside and outside for casual comfort. A donation of $15 per guest is suggested. If you’d like to assist with this event, contact Pastor Pamela and let her know you can help with setup or cleanup or that you can bring a dessert for the dessert bar. We hope to see you there!

Advent Bible Study
2022-11-30 11:00 - 12:15 | Fairfax United Methodist Church, 10300 Stratford Avenue, Fairfax, VA, 22030, United States
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 and pastor Adam Hamilton explores the Advent themes of John’s life and ministry and how John calls all followers to prepare our hearts for his coming. This study will run for three weeks, with sessions on Wednesdays from 11:00 – 12:15 (Nov 30, Dec 7, and Dec 14). We hope you’ll join us for this enlightening video-based study. Contact Pastor Pamela at pkipps@fairfaxumc.org if you have questions or would like more information.

Fellowship Time
2022-12-04 10:30 - 11:30 | Fairfax United Methodist Church, 10300 Stratford Avenue, Fairfax, VA, 22030, United States
Fellowship Time returns! On the first Sunday of every month, the same day we gather for the Lord’s Supper, we will provide coffee and tea and set up tables for a time of church fellowship in the Fellowship Hall. All are invited to bring food to share as you are able. Covered food can be placed on the table in the Fellowship Hall prior to worship or brought with you after the service. We know this will be a happy time to connect with your church family.

Christmas Eve Services
2022-12-24 16:00 - 17:00 | Fairfax United Methodist Church, 10300 Stratford Avenue, Fairfax, VA, 22030, United States
We look forward to gathering on Christmas Eve to celebrate the greatest gift the world has ever known: the gift of Jesus Christ as the salvation hope for all the world! Join us at 4:00pm or 7:00pm for powerful music, an inspired message, and a deep connection with our church and our God. The 4:00pm service includes a children’s message, but kids are welcome to enjoy activity bags at both services. Be sure to invite your friends and neighbors to this special time of worship and help us express our gratitude for the incarnation of our great Creator in Jesus. Need more information? Contact Pastor Pamela at pkipps@fairfaxumc.org.

Journey Through the Gospels: Mark
2023-01-25 11:00 - 12:15 | Fairfax United Methodist Church, 10300 Stratford Avenue, Fairfax, VA, 22030, United States
Our Journey Through the Gospels series continues with our upcoming study of the Book of Mark. Join us as we study what scholars consider to be the first Gospel account written. Come enjoy great food, build friendships, and explore these stories filled with details and action. Both beginner and experienced readers of the Bible will be blessed by this special time of study and connection. Our five-week study will be held on Wednesdays starting January 25 at 11:00am–12:15pm, and a duplicate session will be held on Sundays starting January 29 at 10:30–11:45am. Hope to see you there!

Lenten Bible Study
2023-03-12 10:30 - 11:30 | Fairfax United Methodist Church, 10300 Stratford Avenue, Fairfax, VA, 22030, United States
This Lenten season, you’re invited to make space in your spring calendar for Bible study to examine the last week in Jesus’ life. Using Amy Jill-Levine’s video-based study, Entering the Passion of Jesus, we’ll learn about the people involved in Jesus’ arrest, trial, and crucifixion and build our understanding of the depth of God’s love for us all. New and seasoned Bible readers can look forward to food, fellowship, and a powerful time of spiritual growth. Identical sessions will be held on Sundays at 10:30–11:15am on March 12, 19, and 26 and on Wednesdays at 11:00am–12:15pm on March 15, 22, and 29.

Easter Services
2023-04-09 09:30 - 10:30 | Fairfax United Methodist Church, 10300 Stratford Avenue, Fairfax, VA, 22030, United States
FUMC looks forward to celebrating the resurrection of Jesus, our Lord and Savior, on Sunday, April 9 with members of our church, our community, and our expanded virtual church family. In addition to our youth-led Sunrise Service, we will offer in-person and livestreamed services at 9:30 and 11:00am. We hope you will join us for worship on this glorious day of triumph, hope, and inspiration

Godly Play Learning Sessions
2023-04-16 10:30 - 11:30 | Fairfax United Methodist Church, 10300 Stratford Avenue, Fairfax, VA, 22030, United States
Adults of Fairfax, the FUMC Kids Ministry invites you to come check out our new Godly Play program for yourself this spring. On April 16 and May 21, we will offer two Godly Play sessions after the worship service for you to see the new room, experience a story, and to learn about what God is doing in our newest kids ministry program. We hope you will join us for one of these two sessions. Please click here to sign up and let us know you plan to attend.

Journey Through the Gospels: Luke
2023-05-17 11:00 - 12:15 | Fairfax United Methodist Church, 10300 Stratford Avenue, Fairfax, VA, 22030, United States
Join us as we continue our journey through the Gospels with a six-week study of the book of Luke. Come learn how Jesus engages with outsiders, outcasts and outlaws and rewrites the rules about what it means to love God and live out the Gospel life. Identical sessions will be held on Wednesdays at 11:00–12:15, starting May 17, and on Sundays at 10:30–12:00, starting May 21. Seasoned Bible readers and new Bible explorers alike will love the welcoming and engaging vibe of this class. Contact Pastor Pamela for more information, or just show up for any part of the study.

Women's Bible Study
2023-05-20 09:00 - 10:00 | Fairfax United Methodist Church, 10300 Stratford Avenue, Fairfax, VA, 22030, United States
If you are looking for an opportunity to connect with other women while growing in your relationship with God, you are invited to attend this Women’s Bible Study. The Women’s Bible Study meets the fourth Saturday of each month from 9:00 to 10:00am in the Multi-Purpose Room. Come and bring your friends and neighbors. The group is currently reading The Four Loves by C.S. Lewis as they share food and fellowship. Each study is a standalone, so no need to worry if you miss a month. If you have any questions, please reach out to Leslie Carter at lesliecarterre@aol.com.

Stellar Camp
2023-08-07 09:00 - 11:00 | Fairfax United Methodist Church, 10300 Stratford Avenue, Fairfax, VA, 22030, United States
August 7–11, kids in preschool through first grade can enjoy games, crafts, snacks, and music as they learn to shine Jesus’ light into the world at this daytime camp. Our camp sessions run 9:00–11:00am, and the cost is $10 per child. Click here to register, or contact Angela Schroeder at aschroeder@fairfaxumc.org for more information. Slots are limited, so sign up soon!

Dinner Out
2023-08-29 18:30 - 20:30 | Fairfax United Methodist Church, 10300 Stratford Avenue, Fairfax, VA, 22030, United States
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 look forward to seeing you there!

ESL Classes
2023-09-13 19:00 - 21:00 | Fairfax United Methodist Church, 10300 Stratford Avenue, Fairfax, VA, 22030, United States
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 ends on November 15. Classes are held on Wednesday evenings at 7:00–9:00pm. This 10-week class session costs $30, which covers class materials and a book for students to keep. These classes are for adults ages 18 and over; child care is not provided.

To pre-register for class and sign up for an in-person registration slot, fill out the ESL Registration Form. If you have questions, contact the ESL coordinator, Laura Zotian, by email at eslatfairfaxumc@gmail.com or by phone at 703-463-7563. For a full list of English classes offered at churches in the area, visit the ESL and Immigrant Ministries site.

Want to help with ESL? Let us know you’re interested by completing this ESL Volunteer Form or contacting Laura at the previously stated phone number. No teaching experience is required!

Journey Through the Gospels: John Bible Study (Morning Session)
2023-09-20 11:00 - 12:00 | Fairfax United Methodist Church, 10300 Stratford Avenue, Fairfax, VA, 22030, United States
Our Journey Through the Gospels study series concludes this fall with a six-week study of the book of John. Come find out why this book is often called the “Gospel of Life” and discover how John differs from Matthew, Mark, and Luke in focus and purpose. Whether you’re a beginner Bible reader or a seasoned student of the Scriptures, we promise you’ll be blessed by this time of fellowship and joyful learning. Can’t be present for the entire study? No worries; you’re welcome to come for any or all of our sessions. Our Wednesday morning (11:00am) study begins September 20 and ends October 25, and an identical Wednesday evening (6:30pm) study begins September 27 and ends November 1. Refreshments are provided at both studies.

Journey Through the Gospels: John Bible Study (Evening Session)
2023-09-27 18:30 - 19:30 | Fairfax United Methodist Church, 10300 Stratford Avenue, Fairfax, VA, 22030, United States

Habits of the Household Discussion Group
2023-10-01 19:00 - 20:30 | Fairfax United Methodist Church, 10300 Stratford Avenue, Fairfax, VA, 22030, United States
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 current cultural norms or towards loving God and our neighbors. Our discussion of Part 1 and the first chapter, “Waking,” will be on Sunday, October 1 at 7:00pm via Zoom. If you’re interested, please email Angela at aschroeder@fairfaxumc.org for a Zoom link and a paper copy of the book.

Habits of the Household Discussion Group
2023-10-15 19:00 - 20:00 | Fairfax United Methodist Church, 10300 Stratford Avenue, Fairfax, VA, 22030, United States
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, or answers to any questions you might have, contact Angela Schroeder at aschroeder@fairfaxumc.org.

Lunch Bunch
2023-10-16 12:00 - 14:00 | Fairfax United Methodist Church, 10300 Stratford Avenue, Fairfax, VA, 22030, United States
We hope you’ll join us for Lunch Bunch at noon on the third Monday of each month at Pastor Pamela’s parsonage on University Drive. Bring a packed lunch (we’ll provide drinks) and enjoy food, conversation, and laughter with friends. Look for the sign in the driveway across the street from the church. We can’t wait to see you there!

Fairfax UMC & US Hunger Meal Packing
2023-10-21 10:30 - 15:00 | Fairfax United Methodist Church, 10300 Stratford Avenue, Fairfax, VA, 22030, United States
On October 21, help Fairfax UMC accomplish our goal of providing 30,000 meals for those in need. We’ll set up our assembly lines to pack a delicious and nutritious meal that will be distributed to families in our community and around the world. Shifts are scheduled for 10:30am and 1:00pm, with lunch offered to everyone at noon. This event is open to all ages and is a great opportunity for families to serve together. Want to lend a hand? Click here to sign up!

Grief Focus Group
2023-10-22 10:45 - 23:45 | Fairfax United Methodist Church, 10300 Stratford Avenue, Fairfax, VA, 22030, United States
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 a focus group to discuss how the church can help you. Whether your grief is new or longstanding, we are interested in your thoughts and input as we consider the formation of a grief support group and investigate written materials to potentially purchase. This one-time focus group will meet immediately after our worship service on October 22, from 10:45 to 11:45am in the Fellowship Hall. We hope to hear which of our ideas are appealing, what resources have been helpful to you, and how we might be a better blessing to people in our church.

Dinner Out
2023-10-24 18:30 - 20:30 | Fairfax United Methodist Church, 10300 Stratford Avenue, Fairfax, VA, 22030, United States
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 the correct number of seats, please email Pamela at pkipps@fairfaxumc.org.

GameOn!
2023-11-17 18:00 - 20:00 | Fairfax United Methodist Church, 10300 Stratford Avenue, Fairfax, VA, 22030, United States
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 dinner and pick a game table that appeals to you. We’ll have an assortment of game options available. For more information or to secure a ride, contact Andrea Bryk at acwbryk@yahoo.com or Charlotte McComas at sel2golf@cox.net. We hope to see you there!

Lunch Bunch: Feast of Gratitude
2023-11-20 12:00 - 14:00 | Pastor Pamela’s Parsonage, 3572 University Dr, Fairfax, VA, 22030
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 parsonage across the street from the church as we welcome new faces and friends. For more information, contact Pastor Pamela at pkipps@fairfaxumc.org.

Advent Bible Study
2023-11-29 10:45 - 12:00 | Fairfax United Methodist Church, 10300 Stratford Avenue, Fairfax, VA, 22030, United States
Would you like your heart to grow three sizes this Advent season? If so, join us for our Advent study based on Matt Rawle’s book, The Heart That Grew Three Sizes. In this four-week study, we’ll explore the familiar classic How the Grinch Stole Christmas through the lens of faith and see how Christ speaks to us today through our culture and experiences. The study meets on Wednesdays, November 29 through December 20, at 10:45am in the Fellowship Hall. We hope you’ll gather with us for food, joyful fellowship, and creative learning as we discover how familiar stories can grow our faith.

Advent Family Dinner
2023-11-29 18:00 - 19:00 | Fairfax United Methodist Church, 10300 Stratford Avenue, Fairfax, VA, 22030, United States
On Wednesday, November 29, at 6:00–7:00pm, FUMC Kids Ministry invites you to come, pause, and remember what the Advent season is all about as we enjoy a meal together. Each family will leave with materials to celebrate the reason for the season, make memories, and have fun as you prepare for Christmas. Please click here to RSVP or contact Angela Schroeder at aschroeder@fairfaxumc.org for more information.
