Some of us remember hearing this phrase used in our households when growing up, and it struck terror in the hearts of the children who heard it. As we have grown into adulthood, we have the opportunity to appreciate the idea of being at home with the Father. Join us this Sunday to learn more!By unityoffairfax

Last Sunday, Rev. Russ discussed gathering and its relation to what Jesus called “The Kingdom.” Unfortunately, our livestream was not working last week. But if you missed it, you can listen to the podcast episode.By unityoffairfax

In the teachings of Jesus, he spoke often of the Kingdom. But what is this kingdom? And how does it relate to us—ALL of us? Join us as we gather beautifully together this Sunday at Unity of Fairfax.By unityoffairfax

Memorial Day weekend is the unofficial start of Summer, but it invites us into a deep exploration of the things to which we are dedicated and how we are living out that dedication. Join us this Sunday!By unityoffairfax

We conclude our 5-week series on the updated Unity of Fairfax Core Values by committing to the Core Value of “Engagement.” Values only matter if one is committed to engaging them.By unityoffairfax

Unity co-founder Charles Fillmore wrote: Love is the unifying, harmonizing, attracting, cementing quality or idea of Spirit that holds all things together in right relationship. In this, the 4th of 5 talks based on the updated Unity of Fairfax Core Values, we explore “Love” as a Core Value.By unityoffairfax

Week 3 of our 5-week series of talks based on the updated Unity of Fairfax Core Values focuses on “Integrity.” Integrity is the core that makes all positive demonstrations possible, and an attribute of living an authentic spiritual life.By unityoffairfax

We continue our 5-week talk series on the updated Unity of Fairfax Core Values with an elaboration of the value “Spirit-Centered.” Join Rev. Sandra Butler as she “gets down to brass tacks” with it!By unityoffairfax

Our consciousness reveals that all of creation is connected as one. What does this mean? This Sunday, we celebrate Earth Day and begin a 5-week talk series on the updated Unity of Fairfax Core Values.By unityoffairfax

What happens when we intentionally shift our focus of awareness and spiritual practice from vertical (between me and God) to horizontal(between all of us and God)? Based on her doctoral dissertation research and spiritual practice and teachings, Dr. Stacey will share what she learned from studying group consciousness when it is intentionally cultiv…

How are the stories of the death and resurrection of Jesus meaningful for us in our modern lives? Celebrate Easter with Unity of Fairfax and find out!By unityoffairfax

In life we often start out heading one way, then end up doing something completely different. But aren’t we supposed to “stick with the plan”? The 🌴 Palm Sunday story will help us answer that question.By unityoffairfax

Learning a new skill means experiencing a learning curve—another way of saying it won’t be perfert the first, second, or even third time trying. On the fifth Sunday of Lent, we’ll explore implications of needing to be right.By unityoffairfax

How much of our life energy is spent imagining the worst and fearing what will happen next? Is that “just being a realist” or “manifesting mayhem”? That’s the subject of the message for the third Sunday of Lent.By unityoffairfax

All too often, people fight about the perceptions of others. Is it true that what you think of me is none of my business? …Or is it? We lean into that question this second Sunday of Lent.By unityoffairfax

Just how attached are you to your current self-perception? Is it helping you “to have life and have it abundantly,” or simply getting in the way? That’s what we will explore this first Sunday of Lent.By unityoffairfax

Christmas was just a few weeks ago, and Easter is in just a few weeks. How do we embrace the perspectives both offer us in a meaningful way? That’s the focus of Sunday’s message at Unity.By unityoffairfax

What does it mean to be both human and divine? Is that hubris or a call for humility? The focus of Sunday’s message is the great “both/and” of life on Earth.By unityoffairfax

It just seems like the world is destined for destruction, but our Unity and New Thought teachings accentuate the positive. Is there a way to acknowledge the facts while demonstrating the Truth? Join us and find out!By unityoffairfax

As we honor the birth of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., we must understand the balance and interplay of spiritual practice and social engagement. That will be the focus of this Sunday’s message.By unityoffairfax

This Sunday, we examine the gifts the Magi brought the Christ child in light of our commitment to living a spiritually enlarged life.By unityoffairfax

ow—what a year we’ve had! Today’s service will focus on the prayerful practice of denial and affirmation as we engage in the Unity tradition of “Burning Bowl.” 🔥 Burning Bowl is this morning’s service! We will not be having an evening service. Then you have the rest of New Year’s Eve to celebrate however you like.…

Today’s Advent theme is “Joy”—and everyone is invited to celebrate the joy of the season, sporting your best and most fun Christmas attire.By unityoffairfax

Today’s Advent theme is “Love,” and this service will quicken your capacity to both be and demonstrate the divine idea of Love in you, through you, and as you. And Rudolph, too! 🦌By unityoffairfax

Today’s Advent theme is “Peace,” and in this special choral service, we will experience the peace-making power of the season’s music.By unityoffairfax

The holiday season is in full swing. So...how do we not get overwhelmed with Puritans, pies, presents, and pressure? By learning to savor the moments of the seasons. Join us to find out how!By unityoffairfax

The Thanksgiving holiday focuses on the universality of gratitude as spiritual principle. This Sunday we will explore this principle from a variety of angles.By unityoffairfax

We are living in a time of great challenge and many of us are asking what we can do. One answer we hear often is “pray.” Let us pray effectively.By unityoffairfax

Unity Awakening 2023 concludes this week as we dive into the connection between paradox and divinity in the creation of a creative life.By unityoffairfax

Chinese philosopher Lao Tzu said, “trust begets accomplishment.” What does this mean? In week 5 of Unity Awakening 2023, we focus on trust as an element of the creative process.By unityoffairfax

Sir Winston Churchill famously said, “If you’re going through Hell, keep going.” Now that’s persistence…and persistence in the creative process is the focus of week 4 of Unity Awakening 2023.By unityoffairfax

Do you remember being in school and having to bring in a “permission slip” to participate in certain activities? In week three Unity Awakening 2023, we explore the power of giving ourselves permission to participate in creating the life of our dreams.By unityoffairfax

Enchanté ✨” In week 2 of Unity Awakening 2023, we explore courtship with ideas as part of the creative process. Does this sound enchanting? It is! Join us for this scintillating Sunday service!By unityoffairfax

Unity Awakening, our annual series of Sunday talks and study groups returns for 2023 with an exploration of Big Magic: Creative Living Beyond Fear by Elizabeth Gilbert. This week we focus on courage as an element of creativity.By unityoffairfax

The change of seasons reminds us that life is a never-ending series of transitions. This Sunday we will share how not just knowing, but using, spiritual principles allows us to capture the gifts of each transition experience.By unityoffairfax

Every hero has their own unique superpower. Truth be told, everyone can be a superhero if they share their gift world. It’s true for organizations, too. For Homecoming Sunday, we will focus one of ours!By unityoffairfax

Prayer is the heart of the Unity movement. But is it still relevant in the 21st century? Perhaps there’s more to it than you thought. Join us this Sunday!By unityoffairfax

As we rest on Labor Day, we are invited to rest the mind a bit as well. In Unity, significant emphasis is placed on managing the mind for a better life experience. However, in this lesson, RevAna will explore how our spiritual labor ought to be anchored in bridging the distance between our minds and hearts because the more we do, the more we will b…

Howard Thurman wrote, “The religion of Jesus makes the love-ethic central.” How do we live this consciousness in today’s world? Join us on Sunday and we will discover how!By unityoffairfax

Counted definitely as a 4-letter word, “hate” is something that has to be transformed so that the energy it contains can be released for constructive ends. The process for doing so will be shared this Sunday at Unity.By unityoffairfax

“I am a child of God” When asked “Who are you,” how do you respond? What does it mean to answer with “I am a child of God”? We’ll dive into the depths of that answer this Sunday at Unity as we continue our talk series inspired by Jesus and the Disinherited by Howard Thurman. Rev. Russell Heilandwith Carol Bradley's inspiration from the March on Was…

This Sunday we begin a 4 week exploration of the concepts illuminated in the classic book Jesus and the Disinherited by Howard Thurman. You can purchase a copy of the book Jesus and the Disinherited in our bookstore. Additionally, we will see how to unpack the lessons from the 1963 March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom.…

There seems to be an overwhelming tsunami of facts—many of them disconcerting—coming at us these days. How do we protect ourselves and still maintain peace? Join us this Sunday for tools to create and maintain a life of meaning.By unityoffairfax

The concept of “center” has many connotations. In times of challenge, the question is sometimes asked, “Can the center hold?” That’s our topic for spiritual exploration this Sunday at Unity of Fairfax.By unityoffairfax

In answering this question, a “new” concept of prayer may be required, as well as a complete overhaul of not only our understanding of God but our beliefs about ourselves.By unityoffairfax

There are so many areas in our lives that we must manage, and sometimes it becomes a little overwhelming. It is at this point where we must remember the Eleventh Commandment: Thou Shall Lighten Up!By unityoffairfax

As the nation celebrates Independence Day, how much attention do we place on our spiritual freedom and its maintenance? This Sunday at Unity of Fairfax, we will dive into that crucial topic.By unityoffairfax

With all the strife in the world today, how do we co-create a world that works for everyone? Engage with love. 💗 This Sunday at Unity, we will examine holy engagement as spiritual practice.By unityoffairfax

As children so many of us learned that our father’s word was final. Where does the final word rest now? Join us for a special message that will address multiple holidays.By unityoffairfax

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to walk the red-carpet? This Sunday our very own Hollywood insider shares a spiritual take on the red-carpet experience.By unityoffairfax