On February 4–11, Fairfax UMC is hosting the Hypothermia Shelter in partnership with FACETS and other faith communities. This ministry provides overnight shelter for members of the Fairfax community who are currently homeless. There are several ways you can share love and care with our...
On Sunday, February 4, kids ages seven and up (through 7th grade) are invited to come with the Fairfax UMC Kids Ministry as we try out brand new escape rooms at Escapology! We’ll meet at Escapology at 1:45, try our best to escape the rooms,...
Lent begins with Ash Wednesday on February 14. Fairfax UMC offers a Service of Ashes at 12:00pm and 7:00pm.
The February Lunch Bunch has been moved to Tuesday, February 20, due to Presidents’ Day. Bring a packed lunch (we’ll provide the drinks) and gather with old and new friends for relaxed conversation and connection at Pastor Pamela’s parsonage. Look for the sign in the...
The Endowment Committee is pleased to announce that our Church is once again blessed to have funds available for grants in 2024. If any member of the church congregation or staff has a worthwhile project that can improve any of our ministries in the areas...
Fairfax UMC is planning a youth and adult mission trip to Quimistan, Honduras, for July 28–August 3. This trip will include various projects working with the students at Honduras Independence Bilingual School and the Organic Learning Center, as well as a side trip to the...
Men, do you like BBQ? How does smoked pulled pork, pork ribs, and sausage with all the trimmings sound to you? All this will be at a dinner meeting on Thursday, March 14, at 6:30pm in the Fellowship Hall. In addition to enjoying great BBQ...
Every year, people around the world remember how Jesus died for us on the cross and celebrate how He rose from the dead and is still with us. On Saturday, March 16, at 1:00–3:00pm, come join in the Kids Ministry celebration as we take part...
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...
On Palm Sunday, March 24, the Chancel Choir will present “Lenten Sketches,” composed by Joseph Martin. This incredible work is a series of tableaus illustrating the pivotal final days of Christ’s earthly ministry: the triumphal entry, the Last Supper, the Garden of Gethesemane, and the...
If you’ve ever wondered what happened after the Resurrection and in the early days of the Christian church, you’ll want to be a part of our upcoming Bible study focusing on the book of Acts. In this six-week study, we’ll read through Acts together and...
On Thursday, March 28, at 7:00pm, we gather to shift our gaze from the table to the cross as we remember the events leading up to the crucifixion. Journey with us from Jesus’ final meal with his disciples to his death on the cross in...
Stations of the Cross returns on Good Friday, March 29. This transformative, self-directed experience is available to everyone at any time between 7:00am and 7:00pm. Come visit the fourteen stations and be reminded of the final hours of Jesus’ life as you contemplate the images,...
Begin Easter Sunday with a beloved tradition: the annual Easter sunrise service. This service is offered on March 31 at 6:00am in Old Town Square in Fairfax City and is led by the Fairfax UMC youth. Come enjoy coffee, donuts, fellowship, and beautiful worship and...
Fairfax UMC is excited to celebrate the resurrection of Jesus with services at 9:30 and 11:00am on Sunday, March 31. Regular attendees, visitors from the community, and our expanded virtual church family are all welcome at worship on this glorious day of triumph and hope....
