Inspiration from Unity of Fairfax

Although joy is an inherent part of our humanity, two words often determine our capacity to experience it: accept and except. We'll explore these two this Sunday as we continue to grow the pillars of joy in our lives.

Ever feel weighted down by life and unsure how to get back to joy? Fortuantely, avatars have gone before us to show us how. This Sunday, we start our talk series and small groups based on The Book of Joy.

The ultimate story of transformation is found in the experiences of “Holy Week”—but is this week any more holy than any other? Join us this Sunday to find out!

Our talk series on Core Values concludes as we recognize and augment our ability to thrive through by engaging the Truth we know. Join us as deepen our understanding of our Core Value “Engagement.”

“Oneness” is a broad and deep term—but how do we live it as core value, individually and collectively? That's where we're going this Sunday as we explore our Core Value “Oneness.”

Did you know that the root of “integrity” means wholeness? This Sunday we will dive into our Core Value “Integrity” as an avenue for thriving in life.

Why you do what you do is every bit as important as what you do. This Sunday we open a series on the Vision, Mission, and Core Values of Unity of Fairfax, with the goal of helping each of us as individuals to be clear on our “whats”, and our “whys.”

Butterflies are very clumsy when they emerge from the cocoon, seemingly unsure of where to land. It can be like that for mystics, too. This Sunday, we explore what it means to earn our “butterfly wings.”

When we show up for ‘what is,' no matter how heartbreaking, laborious or conflicted, we allow for the possibility that from the depths of pain can come a deeper love.

Are “people who need people“ really the “luckiest people”? This Sunday, we'll explore the power ofintentional community.

Have you ever noticed how you feel around certain people? Without saying a word, some individuals are able to invite us up to a higher standard or bring us down. How are you offering the gift of your presence?

Is it possible that politics, business, and technology can be rooted in…love? You might laugh at the mere suggestion—but what if they are? The mystic mindset may just surprise you. Join us this Sunday!

Are you a “mystic”? This Sunday we begin our 7-week talk series, inspired by the book Ordinary Mysticism by Mirabai Starr. Join us  and you may gain a new awareness of the role of mysticism in your life

It's “out with the old and in with the new,” as we celebrate the completion of one year and set intentions for the next!

Christmas is almost here! On this fourth Sunday of Advent, we welcome and experience the joy of the season and all its trappings!

Peace is the theme for the second Sunday in Advent! This week we will awaken the way of peace in our hearts—not only for Advent, but beyond.

What if every word you said and every action you took had the potential to alter the world or save lives generations down the road? Would it change the way you relate to the world and those around you? Discover events in history that were unknowingly shaped by a single action and realize your own potential to do the same as we apply the power of the Radical Purpose to our own lives.

The election has come and gone... So, now what?  As people of faith, how do we process this particular quadrennial national experience? Join us this Sunday as we lean into this crucial topic.

Week 6 of Unity Awakening 2024 brings to our awareness some “age old truths” in light of New Thought teachings. What does this mean? Join us to find out!

In Week 5 of our annual Unity Awakening series, Rev. Russ explores the concept of “giving up”—and what it can mean for you!

Week 4 of Unity Awakening 2024 is here!  When we allow ourselves to be in The Flow of Life, we have the opportunity to be lifted by the light of Spirit.

Unity Awakening 2024 begins this Sunday, September 22! Now through November 3, our Sunday messages will draw inspiration from the book In the Flow of Life by Eric Butterworth. This Sunday we engage the idea of “God present in us an inexorable flow.”

Happy 68th Anniversary Unity of Fairfax! This is a special Homecoming Sunday celebration featuring guest musician Daniel Nahmod. Homecoming happens once a year, and you will definitely want to be at Unity of Fairfax this Sunday!

Prayer is the cornerstone of the Unity movement—and prayer encompasses a vast range of postures, paradigms, and practices. This Sunday we lean into the illimitability of prayer.

This is Labor Day weekend—a time to honor America's workers and the unofficial end of summer. Join us this Sunday as we take time from our labors and focus on the inner life of Spirit.

Have you ever attended a party and thought, “Who put THIS guest list together?” Life can be like that. Join us this Sunday as we learn some skills to navigate attitudes at the table.

Summertime means travel time, and if you're flying you will have to go to “baggage claim.” What spiritual lessons does “baggage claim” have for us? If you're at Unity of Fairfax this Sunday, you'll find out!

Spiritual teachers across time and continents have shared the idea that this is an abundant universe. As we conclude the Freedom to Thrive series, Revs. Sherrie and Russell highlight the role of “flow” as it related to living an abundant life.

Last Sunday we explored the impact of making a true decision to receive our good. This week, we'll explore the other side of the coin, examining the extent to which we have truly decided to give.

The word decide comes from a Latin root meaning “to cut off” as in “to cut off other options.” In this week's message, we lean into the work and reality of what it means to decide to receive with open minds, open hearts, and open hands.

If you look closely at American currency, you'll see the words “In God We Trust.” But, on the whole, is that really true? Join us Sunday as we unpack spiritual beliefs about money.

This is the first Sunday in our 5-week “Freedom to Thrive” talk series, co-presented by Revs. Sandy Butler, Sherrie Quander, and Russell Heiland. Ironically, the first step to take the journey to thriving is a step back. Curious? Join us this Sunday!

The heat and humidity are back, bringing with them the “dog days of summer.” This Sunday we explore the special spiritual lessons this time of year brings.

As we prepare for the Independence Day holiday, we might want to ask ourselves two key questions: Free from what?—and Free for what? Answers await this Sunday at Unity of Fairfax!

In Unity, prayer is central to who we are and what we do. Common forms of prayer are statements of affirmation and denial (release). ...But what if there's an additional form of prayer that straddles the two? There is! Join us Sunday to find out what it is!

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!

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.

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.

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!

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.

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.

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.

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!

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.

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 cultivated.