Students in sixth through twelfth grade and their parents are invited to attend the Thrive Youth Kickoff on Sunday, September 7, at 6:00pm. Come enjoy food and games and get a look at what’s coming for the youth group. For more information, contact Jenn Zotian...
Fairfax UMC offers citizenship and ESL classes on Wednesday nights, September 10, 2025–May 6, 2026. Citizenship classes meet at 6:00pm–7:00pm and help students prepare for the US Naturalization Test. ESL classes meet at 7:00–9:00pm. These classes are offered at all levels and are meant for...
You’re invited to another night of fun and fellowship with other young adults in the Fairfax UMC church family. This time, we’re gathering at the Auld Shebeen on Friday, September 19, at 6:00pm. If you have children, you can drop them off for their own...
Do you love music but feel intimidated by learning a traditional orchestra instrument like the violin, flute, or trumpet? Are you already a musician looking for a new musical outlet? If either of those descriptions fit you, why not give handbells a try? On Sunday,...
At noon on the second Tuesday of each month, bring a packed lunch and gather for Lunch Bunch in the Multi-Purpose Room at Fairfax UMC and enjoy a relaxed lunch full of conversation and laughter with old and new friends. We hope to see you...
Helping Hands Fest returns on Saturday, October 25, at 10:00am, as we partner with US Hunger to pack meals for those in need. This year, we aim to prepare 35,000 meals — in under two hours! So, mark your calendar, invite your friends and neighbors...
Join Reverend Angela in a study of her favorite book of the Bible. The study meets on Wednesdays at 11:00am starting September 10. No prior knowledge of the book or attendance at past studies is required; the whole group will read and discover new things...
During Fairfax UMC’s annual Stewardship season, we reflect on what God has done at Fairfax UMC and prayerfully consider our giving for next year to further God’s work through Fairfax UMC and beyond. In our “First Fruits” Stewardship series, we’ll explore how putting God first is...
If you would like to honor or remember a loved one, you may place a poinsettia in the Sanctuary to be used in each of our services on December 21 and 24. Contributions may also be made to Shineforth (formerly United Methodist Family Services) or...
Interested in joining our Fairfax UMC community? Don’t be fooled — membership doesn’t come with privileges; it’s about a promise to work and serve with the people of Fairfax UMC through your prayers, presence, gifts, service, and witness. Our next New Member Sunday is November...
Have you ever thought that God wants you to “try harder” or that God blesses you when you’re good and punishes you when you’re bad? We all have ideas about God and how He works in our lives. Some are true, but many are false,...
On Sunday, November 16, join us after worship for a new Discovery Days workshop: “Faithful Finances: Making the Most of Your Giving.” In this free session, Rev. Brad Duty, a deacon in the Northern Virginia Conference and representative of the Wesley Foundation, will share new...
Are you looking for an opportunity to ask more questions about a Sunday sermon, share a story about how you fell in love with God’s grace, or have intentional discussion about growing in faith? Join Pastor Bryson at the Fairfax Circle Chick-Fil-A at 9:00am on...
This Advent season, we’re celebrating our series “Home for the Holidays” by helping others find a home as well. Beginning November 30, we invite everyone to take part in Change for Change, a simple but powerful way to make a difference. Each week of Advent,...
This Advent and Chrismas season, join us in reading Advent and Christmas Wisdom from Henri J.M. Nouwen as a church community. You can pick up a copy at worship on Sunday or contact the church office if you can’t make it to the service. Together,...