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SUMMARY:Holiday Market Donations
DESCRIPTION:As back-to-school time approaches and you clean out your closets to organize for fall\, please keep the Holiday Market in mind. We are looking for donations of new\, unwrapped toys for kids 0–17 years old\, as well as new\, unused gifts for adults and coats for all ages. You can drop off your donations in Room 115 or the bins in the Narthex starting August 16. If you have any questions\, please contact Leslie Carter at lesliecarterre@aol.com.
URL:https://fairfaxumc.org/event/holiday-market-donations/
LOCATION:Fairfax United Methodist Church\, 10300 Stratford Avenue\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22030\, United States
CATEGORIES:Mission,Seasonal Outreach
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SUMMARY:Book Discussion: The Gifts of Imperfection
DESCRIPTION: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 Imperfection by Brene Brown. Are your ready for a practical\, research-based guide to shedding societal expectations and embracing a life of wholehearted authenticity? This book will ground our discussions on cultivating courage\, compassion\, and resilience within a supportive faith community.. We invite you to read this book and then gather to discuss it after the Sunday service on August 16\, 11:00am\, in the Multi-Purpose Room. \n  \nClick here to learn more about our Summer Syllabus.
URL:https://fairfaxumc.org/event/book-discussion-the-gifts-of-imperfection/
LOCATION:Fairfax United Methodist Church\, 10300 Stratford Avenue\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22030\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bible Study,General,Home Page,Summer Syllabus
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SUMMARY:ESL Classes (Fall 2026) Registration
DESCRIPTION: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 language learners. Click here to register online and set up a time for in-person assessment to determine your class level. The fee for the Fall session is $30\, which covers students’ books and ten class sessions. You can bring a cash or check payment to your student assessment appointment\, or you can click here to learn how to pay online. If you would like to learn more\, please email eslatfairfaxumc@gmail.com.
URL:https://fairfaxumc.org/event/esl-classes-fall-2026-registration/
LOCATION:Fairfax United Methodist Church\, 10300 Stratford Avenue\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22030\, United States
CATEGORIES:Home Page,Local Outreach,Mission
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260822T120000
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SUMMARY:Splash Down 2026
DESCRIPTION: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 see you there\, no registration required. If you would like to help\, please click here and sign up for a volunteer slot.
URL:https://fairfaxumc.org/event/splash-down-2026/
LOCATION:Fairfax United Methodist Church\, 10300 Stratford Avenue\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22030\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children,Home Page,Summer Syllabus
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SUMMARY:Good and Beautiful Life Small Group Study
DESCRIPTION: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 of happiness and success with these transformative teachings about life in God’s kingdom. The study meets on Sundays at 11:00am\, August 30 through November 22. You can purchase a copy of the book on Amazon or pick one up from the church office. Come begin your journey towards truly living in the kingdom of God!
URL:https://fairfaxumc.org/event/good-and-beautiful-life-small-group-study/2026-08-30/
LOCATION:Fairfax United Methodist Church\, 10300 Stratford Avenue\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22030\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bible Study
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SUMMARY:THRIVE Youth and Family Cookout
DESCRIPTION: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 peek of all the fun things we have planned. The event is open to all students in sixth through twelfth grade\, along with their parents. If you have questions\, please email Rev. Angela Schroeder at aschroeder@fairfaxumc.org.
URL:https://fairfaxumc.org/event/thrive-youth-and-family-cookout/
LOCATION:Fairfax United Methodist Church\, 10300 Stratford Avenue\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22030\, United States
CATEGORIES:Home Page,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260901T173000
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SUMMARY:Holy Hangouts
DESCRIPTION:Don’t miss the chance for a Holy Hangout with Pastors Bryson and Angela! We’re gathering at the Chubby Squirrel in Fairfax City from 5:30 to 7:00pm on the first Tuesday of each month this fall for an opportunity to connect\, unpack sermons\, ask questions\, and have conversations about the Holy One while enjoying food and drink together. We’ll see you there!
URL:https://fairfaxumc.org/event/holy-hangouts/2026-09-01/
LOCATION:Fairfax United Methodist Church\, 10300 Stratford Avenue\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22030\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bible Study,Community Gathering,General
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260903T090000
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SUMMARY:Biscuits with Bryson
DESCRIPTION: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 and October 1 and “taste and see that the Lord is good.”
URL:https://fairfaxumc.org/event/biscuits-with-bryson-2/2026-09-03/
LOCATION:Fairfax United Methodist Church\, 10300 Stratford Avenue\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22030\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Gathering,General
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260913T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260913T120000
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SUMMARY:Recharge Sunday
DESCRIPTION: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 waffles from the Omelet Guys. We’ll see you there! \n  \nPlease note that\, because of Recharge Sunday\, there is no Fellowship Time in September.
URL:https://fairfaxumc.org/event/recharge-2026/
LOCATION:Fairfax United Methodist Church\, 10300 Stratford Avenue\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22030\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Gathering,General,Home Page
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260916T190000
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SUMMARY:Fall 2026 ESL Classes
DESCRIPTION: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 language learners. Click here to register online and set up a time for in-person assessment to determine your class level. The fee for the Fall session is $30\, which covers students’ books and ten class sessions. You can bring a cash or check payment to your student assessment appointment\, or you can click here to learn how to pay online. If you would like to learn more\, please email eslatfairfaxumc@gmail.com.
URL:https://fairfaxumc.org/event/fall-2026-esl-classes/2026-09-16/
LOCATION:Fairfax United Methodist Church\, 10300 Stratford Avenue\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22030\, United States
CATEGORIES:Local Outreach,Mission
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261016T173000
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SUMMARY:Young Adults Night Out
DESCRIPTION: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 from 5:30 to 8:00pm.
URL:https://fairfaxumc.org/event/parents-night-out-fall-2026/
LOCATION:Fairfax United Methodist Church\, 10300 Stratford Avenue\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22030\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Gathering,General
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SUMMARY:Kids Ministry Fall Festival
DESCRIPTION: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 you there!
URL:https://fairfaxumc.org/event/kids-ministry-fall-festival/
LOCATION:Fairfax United Methodist Church\, 10300 Stratford Avenue\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22030\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children
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SUMMARY:Holiday Market Donations
DESCRIPTION: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 celebration. To do this\, we need your donations of new\, unwrapped toys for kids ages 0–17 years\, as well as new or gently used winter coats for children and adults and $20 Walmart gift cards. You can place toys and coats in the blue bins in the Narthex or the large box in the corner of the church office\, and you can drop off gift cards with Dawn. Tax deductible receipts are available for donations. If you have questions\, please contact Leslie Carter at lesliecarterre@aol.com.
URL:https://fairfaxumc.org/event/holiday-market-give/
LOCATION:Fairfax United Methodist Church\, 10300 Stratford Avenue\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22030\, United States
CATEGORIES:Holiday,Mission,Seasonal Outreach
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