Small Groups

Fairfax Circle isn’t about buildings or sermons or songs. It’s about people.

Our small groups are where people become each other’s community and family. They're there to help pick you up when you’re down and inspire you to grow as a person and grow closer to God. A small group is a weekly gathering of people who meet in a home to study the Bible, pray and share one another’s experiences.

All of our small groups will meet either in-person or online this semester using the Zoom platform.(opens in new tab)

 

Fall Small Groups will launch the first week of October!

If you have any questions about any of our small group options please email us! 

The Chosen(opens in new tab)

Vienna

Fridays at 7:00pm

Hosts/Facilitators: Ellie and Jeff Bechtle

Group Makeup: Adults, all ages (children welcome)

The Chosen is a drama series that tells the life story of Jesus of Nazareth and his disciples from their perspectives, focusing on their personal backgrounds, struggles, and transformative encounters with Jesus in first-century Israel. The series blends scriptural accounts with fictionalized details for relatable, character-driven storytelling. Group participants will watch episodes on their own and the group will discuss a different episode each week.

In the Footsteps of the Savior: Following Jesus Through the Holy Land(opens in new tab)

Fairfax City Area

In-person and virtual

Fridays - in-person 6:30pm; online 7:15pm

Facilitator/Hosts: Max and Carolyn Inman

Group Makeup: Adults 50 and up

Our world is in desperate need of a Savior and thank God we have one. We can walk wherever he walked and ponder the promises he made. As you journey with the group, we hope you hear him as he speaks to you. May you be changed as you journey in the footsteps of the Savior.

Tuesdays with Morrie(opens in new tab)

On campus

Wednesdays 12:15 - 2:00pm (Bring your own lunch)

Facilitator: Jaimie Lindley

Group Makeup: Women, all ages

This group will read and discuss the life lessons of the book Tuesdays with Morrie.
Maybe it was a grandparent, or a teacher, or a colleague. Someone older, patient and wise, who understood you when you were young and searching, helped you see the world as a more profound place, gave you sound advice to help you make your way through it.
For Mitch Albom, that person was his college professor Morrie Schwartz. Maybe, like Mitch, you lost track of this person as you made your way, and the insights faded, and the world seemed colder. Maybe, you are the person who gives the insights and wisdom. Wouldn’t you like to see that person again, ask the bigger questions that still haunt you, or imagine the impact you are having in someones life?

Praying Through the News(opens in new tab)

Online

Sundays at 7:00pm via Zoom

Facilitator: Elise Bell

Group Makeup: Adults, all ages

The news is heavy as we hear about natural disasters and issues of violence and hardship through our country and the world. This group will take a minute to meditate on what God’s word says about the power of prayer, before we bring the needs we have found in the news to God.

We will be praying for people and areas we might never have personal contact with, without worrying about political differences, and just trusting that we can make a difference.  Small group members will be encouraged to bring news stories they feel burdened for, as we join together in prayer. We will also find items to praise God for and rejoice together, for all the amazing ways He loves us!

Survivor S51 Watch Party(opens in new tab)

On campus

Saturdays 6:00pm (beginning September 26)

Facilitator/Hosts: David Magnet and Chris Todd

Group Makeup: Adults, all ages

Join us each week as we watch the newest season of the hit reality TV show Survivor. We’ll meet each on  campus, have some food and watch the show together. We’ll also have some conversation around the show and pull any social, relational or spiritual insights out that present themselves.

The group is open to diehard fans, brand-new fans and anyone who’s just interested in hanging out and joining the fun and conversation.

The Chosen (Group Full)(opens in new tab)

Fairfax City Area

Fridays at 7:00pm

Hosts: Anna and Bobby Ritter

Facilitator: Melissa Bowhay

Group Makeup: Adults 20 and up (children welcome)

The Chosen is a drama series that tells the life story of Jesus of Nazareth and his disciples from their perspectives, focusing on their personal backgrounds, struggles, and transformative encounters with Jesus in first-century Israel. The series blends scriptural accounts with fictionalized details for relatable, character-driven storytelling. Each week, group participants will watch an episode together and discuss.