This "Summer Semester," we are intentionally stepping away from our normal routines to dive deeper into Scripture, community traditions, and practical ministry. As part of our program, we're communally reading and discussing one book per month, June through August. August's book is The Gifts of...
The Fairfax UMC English as a Second Language (ESL) program returns for the Fall 2026 session in September. Registration is open August 17–September 8, and classes meet on Wednesdays, 7:00–9:00pm, September 16–November 18. The Fall 2026 session includes classes for beginner, intermediate, and advanced English...
The whole family is invited to enjoy an afternoon of free water fun on Saturday, August 22, 12:00–3:00pm! Come have a blast with waterslides and other water games, as well as music, food, and snow cones. The event is on rain or shine, so we’ll...
Come discover a deeper, more meaningful way to live in a Sunday morning small group study exploring The Good and Beautiful Life by James Bryan Smith. This study builds from Christ’s teachings in the Sermon on the Mount and invites us to replace false ideas...
Join us for a cookout on August 30 at 5:30pm in the Fellowship Hall to discover what’s coming for THRIVE Youth Ministry this year! You’ll get to meet the youth leaders, enjoy dinner, pick up a 2026/2027 Youth calendar of events, and get a sneak...
Don’t miss the chance for a Holy Hangout with Pastors Bryson and Angela! We’re gathering at Commonwealth Brewing Co. (10426 Main Street, Fairfax, VA) from 5:30 to 7:00pm on the first Tuesday of each month this fall for an opportunity to connect, unpack sermons, ask...
Are you looking for an opportunity to ask questions about a sermon, share a story of your walk with God, or have intentional discussion about growing in faith? Join Pastor Bryson for Biscuits with Bryson at the Fairfax Circle Chick-Fil-A at 9:00am on September 3...
Come and recharge your church community for a new season of fellowship and ministry at Recharge Sunday, September 13. Bring a favorite side dish or dessert to share and gather in the Fellowship Hall after the Sunday service, where we’ll reconnect over made-to-order omelets and...
We have a thriving youth ministry at Fairfax UMC and provide a holistic approach to youth discipleship by teaching discipleship, praying, developing friendships and having fun! During the school year, we gather weekly on Sunday nights from 5:30-7pm for games, faith formation, prayer, small group...
The Fairfax UMC English as a Second Language (ESL) program returns for the Fall 2026 session in September. Registration is open August 17–September 8, and classes meet on Wednesdays, 7:00–9:00pm, September 16–November 18. The Fall 2026 session includes classes for beginner, intermediate, and advanced English...
If you missed the start of our series of studies on the Good and Beautiful books, you have an opportunity to jump in with an upcoming study on Wednesday evenings. Come discover a deeper, more meaningful way to live as we explore The Good and...
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...
Our next Young Adults' Night Out is Friday, October 16. All young adults are invited to enjoy dinner out with friends Ozzie's in Fairfax Corner at 6:00pm. If you have kids, you can drop them off at the church for pizza, games, movies, and more...
Join us for a fun “camping” adventure on Saturday, October 31, 10:00am–12:00pm. Kids three years old and up, as well as their families, can enjoy games, crafts, s’mores, and stories around the campfire as we discover how “Jesus is Pawsitively Wild About You!” We’ll see...
The Holiday Market is our mission event benefitting children and families who were not already sponsored for meals and gifts for the holidays through Fairfax City social services. It’s our way of sharing the love of Christ with families who’d otherwise miss out on the...