2026
Closing Early
Due to the incoming storm, we will close the office at St. Stephen’s United Methodist Church at 12 noon today. Stay safe, church family!
2026
Your Weekly Update
From a thought-provoking sermon on digesting Scripture like food, to community conversations about our church’s future, there’s lot to chew on this Sunday.
This week’s newsletter also spotlights our Easter offering partner (the Lamb Center in Fairfax), a choral concert, a coffeehouse fundraiser, a youth lock-in, and a special Bible milestone for Kindergarteners! 👇
Read the newsletter here.
2026
Three Things You Need to Know!
There’s a lot happening at St. Stephen’s right now, and you won’t want to miss the full picture. Here’s a taste:
The church is at a crossroads — and every member’s voice matters. St. Stephen’s is in a year of discernment around a potentially transformative change to how the church is led. Community meetings are happening this Sunday at 10 am and 12 pm, and this is exactly the kind of conversation you’ll want to be part of before a decision is made.
Wednesday nights during Lent just got delicious. We’re talking a Baked Potato Bar, the legendary Church Lady Casserole, and a spread from the Bilingual Bible Study.
Music lovers, your calendar is about to fill up. A choral performance with a string quartet is coming this Sunday — and St. Stephen’s members get in for just $5. Easter musicians are being recruited now for a handful of rehearsals that could make the Resurrection celebration truly unforgettable. And on March 21, a coffeehouse concert raises money for a ministry serving adults with disabilities.
Read the newsletter here for all the details, links, and ways to get involved. There’s something for everyone. 🎵🥔✝️
2026
Your Weekly Update
🌈 Come celebrate our Preschool Open House and Founder’s Day, 🙏🏼 explore prayer practices with Pastor Minoo, and get ready for spring with the 🌿 Creation Care Team!
Read the full newsletter here.
2026
Three Things You Need to Know
Want to join the fun of our upcoming 🐣 EGGstravaganza? Or, share your gifts in another way? 🎁 Judy R. used her talents to make a stole 🧶 for Pastor Minoo! Take the Spiritual Gifts Assessment to discover where your gifts lie.
Read the full newsletter here.
2026
Your Weekly Update
Find out what’s happening at St. Stephen’s UMC this week! We’ve got † special events for Lent, 🌷 plans to tend to our outdoor spaces this spring, and 📸 photos from the #Faithful Resistance: A Public Witness for Immigrant Justice. Read the full newsletter here.
2026
Warning: Email Scams
Scammers are sending emails impersonating Pastor Minoo, Pastor Chaney, and members of the staff. They are requesting church directories and other sensitive information.
Please keep the following in mind:
- All official emails from Pastor Minoo and Pastor Chaney will come only from their @StStephensFairfax email addresses. If you receive a message from any other address claiming to be one of our pastors, do not respond.
- Our pastors will NEVER ask you for gift cards, financial assistance, or personal information via email.
- If you receive a suspicious email, do not click any links, do not provide any information, and do not send money or gift cards. Please report it to the church office immediately so we can document and address these attempts.
We are sorry that you have to be on guard in this way, but protecting our church family is crucial. When in doubt, please call the church office directly to verify any unusual request.
Thank you for your vigilance, and please share this warning with fellow members who may not have seen it.
2026
Three Things You Need to Know!
📌 We’re changing up our email schedule!
🤗 Thanks for making the Hypothermia Prevention Program a big success!
🪧 St. Stephen’s is joining with the United Methodist Church in urging humane treatment of refugees, asylum seekers, and immigrants.
🙏 Ready to deepen your faith? Pastor Minoo can help you find a path that feels right to you.
Read the full email here.
2026
Your Sunday Update
🪧 St. Stephen’s UMC is hosting a watch party to virtually join the United Methodist’s Faithful Resistance: A Public Witness for Immigrant Justice, happening in Washington, D. C.
😋 Our series of Lenten Dinners begin on Wednesday at 6:00 pm – join us for taco salad and fellowship!
🥫 Volunteer for Grace Ministries this weekend!
🙏🏾 Pastor Minoo will be hosting conversations about prayer in the Fellowship Hall on Sundays at 10:00 am in March.
Read the full details here.
2026
Power Outage – Church Closed Monday, 2/23
The winter storm knocked out power to St. Stephen’s UMC. Today, the church office and facilities will be closed. We hope that everyone is staying safe and warm in this weather!