Fee Fee Baptist Church

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  • Announcements, Vol. 66, No. 8, August 2026

    Congratulations to,

    Britton and Kenzie Carter at the birth of their son Canon Wayne on July 18, 2026

    Coming Up In August

    Adult VBS  led by Kathy Scott is coming up August 10-13, 9:30-12:00. Come study 1 John as we explore the topic of Authentic Fruitful Faith. Sign up in the café.

    International Food Pantry: Our next volunteer workday is scheduled August 22.

    Lord’s Supper Potluck Meal will be held August 23 after morning worship. Bring your favorite dish as we celebrate our Savior together. Sign up in the café.

    International Food Pantry

    Donations  needed include:

    Soaps, shampoo/conditioner, toothbrushes, toothpaste, toilet paper, feminine hygiene, deodorant.

    Our next volunteer workday is scheduled

    August 22. For information or to make a monetary donation contact Dan Wallace at dlwallace4@yahoo.com or

    636-312-5012.

    Coffee With a Cause

    Our Coffee With a Cause will go toward our Member Led Ministry, equipping members to connect others to the power of the gospel, and use their gifts for ministries that do the same.

     

  • Y.A. Collective, Vol. 66, No. 8, August 2026

    When Life Feels Overwhelming (Psalm 86)

    There are seasons in life when our circumstances seem larger than our faith. A difficult diagnosis, an uncertain future, a broken relationship, or a burden we never expected can quickly consume our attention. When that happens, it’s easy to let our circumstances define our view of God instead of allowing God to define how we see our circumstances.

    Throughout Scripture, we are reminded that the strength of our faith is not found in our ability to control life’s uncertainties but in the unchanging character of the One who holds us. God remains good when life is difficult. He remains faithful when we feel weak. He remains merciful, gracious, and near to those who call on Him.

    The Christian life is not about pretending hardship doesn’t exist. Rather, it is learning to bring every fear, every question, and every burden before the Lord with confidence that He hears His children. As we do, He not only strengthens us for the journey but also shapes our hearts to trust Him more deeply.

    Whatever you may be facing today, don’t allow trouble to drive you away from God. Let it become an invitation to draw near to Him. His presence is our comfort, His strength is sufficient, and His faithfulness never fails.

     

  • Family Front, Vol. 66, No. 8, August 2026

    We are at the tail-end of summer, and that means everything is gearing up for the upcoming school year. Our classrooms here will feel that change too. Some of our kids are being promoted to their new classrooms on August 2nd. This is such a wonderful way to let them know that they are growing, not only in age, but in expectations as a member of our church family. These changing expectations are also one of the ways that we are partnering with families in raising their children with biblical truths. As Christians, we are expected to be functioning members of the body of Christ. I know this sounds a bit silly, but we do sometimes need a reminder that a magical transformation does not happen on kids’ 18th birthdays. We need to train them up along the way, gradually increasing expectations as their development allows, and letting them know that we rely on them for this body to function as Christ has taught.

    Some of these expectations are:

    KidsZone kids (K-3rd) sit in the service for the singing portion of worship. Once they leave for lessons, the kids’ teaching is over the same scripture as the sermon that morning. This prepares them for digging into scripture just like the adults.

    All grade school children sit with their families on the fourth Sunday each month- with sermon notes and fidgets provided by the church. Children who accurately complete their notes are entered for a prize that is given out to one winner the following 4th Sunday.

    4th & 5th grade students join their families for all services to learn how to fully participate in a service. Sermon notes are provided each Sunday, and a prize will be available for each student who completes them accurately. Sermon notes can be brought to Mrs. Rachel Shanley at the end of service in the Coffee Cafe.

    4th & 5th grade students and their families are highly encouraged to serve the church: First Impressions Team, Tech Team, Choir, Kids Team, Kids Tech Team.

    Church, please pray for the upcoming school year and all the schedule changes that brings. Please pray for our volunteers. Please pray for our kids. Please pray for our church leadership

  • Music Musings, Vol. 66, No. 8, August 2026

    For your August Forerunner I have decided to give you a listening list of songs – some old, some new.  But they are all interesting arrangements.

     

    1. CeCe Winans

    Worthy Of It All

    Official Music Video

    1. David Phelps

    It is Well

    classic hymn

    official music video

    1. Celtic Woman

    Amazing Grace

    Music Video by Celtic Women

    1. Official Video How Great Thou Art

    A Cappella Performance from

    Pentatonix

    1. Great is Thy Faithfulness

    Hymn from Caleb and Kelsey

    1. Keith and Kristyn Getty, City Alight

    Christ, Our Hope in Life and Death

    ( Live at Sing! 2025)

    Beautiful music.  I’m sure you would agree!

    Have a great August!

     

  • Senior Adults, Vol. 66, No. 8, August 2026

    August is going to be a busy month for Senior Adult ministry.

    Saturday, August 1, from 9am until noon is our church-wide FREE garage sale on the parking lot. We give away gently used items to our community as well as backpacks with school supplies to the school-aged kids.

    If you plan to give away your stuff at the FREE Garage Sale, we ask that you stay with your table and greet our neighbors and invite them to church. Then pack up anything left over and haul it away. Thanks for being part of greeting our community.

    August 10-13 is our Senior Adult VBS. Ron Zamkus will be leading “Authentic Fruitful Faith” out of 1 John. We will meet from 9:30 – 12noon including a snack break. Sign up in the café if you plan to attend. There is no cost for this event.

    August 26 we are headin’ to Casey Illinois to see “Big Things Small Town.” There are 38 items that are ‘BIG’ and others that are ‘Certified World’s Largest.’ We will leave church at 9:30am and enjoy lunch together there and then see the sights. We will return by 4pm.

    And as always, invite a friend to attend these events with us. You (and they) will be glad you did!

     

  • A Word From Senior Pastor, Britton Carter, Vol. 66, No. 8, August 2026

    Biblical Parenthood

    As I write this article, Kenzie and I have yet to meet our son, Canon. He seems to be in no hurry, but Kenzie is very ready to get a bit of physical separation from him. If you’re reading this article, then you likely know much more information than I do. You may know when Canon was born, what he looks like, and how he and Kenzie are doing. The version of me you are reading in this article—an historical version trapped in a particular moment in time—does not have the luxury of knowing what you know.

    This version of me, though, is on the precipice of parenthood. And as someone who has spent a lot of time contemplating biblical parenthood recently, I have decided to put a few of my thoughts to paper in this article. Don’t worry—I’m not arrogant enough to believe every other parent is doing things incorrectly and that Kenzie and I, as soon-to-be parents, have everything figured out. This article isn’t a “how to.” Instead, I want to drive home one biblical point: the goal of parenthood is to raise a child to know and love Jesus.

    I have goals for Canon. I want him to be a reader. I want him to be athletic. I want him to acquire some measure of musical skill. But Canon could achieve none of those goals, and Kenzie and I could still prove faithful as biblical parents. The goal of parenthood isn’t to develop a well-read, athletic, musical, civic-minded, hardworking, financially literate, fun-to-be-around adult. The goal of parenthood is to raise a child to know and love Jesus (Ephesians 6:1-4).

    That is incredibly freeing, since it relieves much of the pressure parents put on themselves. But it’s also terrifying, since Kenzie and I need the power of the Holy Spirit to reveal Christ to our child through us. Our marriage will paint a picture of the gospel to our child, and we need the Spirit in our marriage to paint that picture well. Our love for our child, our discipline, our commitments—basically every decision we make as parents will make Christ either enticing or malodorous to our child. We need God’s Spirit to raise Canon in Christ.

    And not only do we need the Holy Spirit in us to raise our son—we need the Holy Spirit in you. As our local church, we need you to use your Spirit-empowered gifts and abilities to help us (and all the other parents) raise our children in the Lord. So many pastors’ kids leave Christianity because their parents and their local churches painted a poor picture of Jesus for them. I don’t want that to be Canon—or any other child. Let’s allow the Holy Spirit to empower us and guide us as we shape the next generation.

    In Christ,

    Pastor Britton

     

  • Announcements, Vol. 66, No. 7, July 2026

    WEEKLY EVENTS

    SUNDAYS

    9:15 a.m.—Bible Studies (All Ages)

    10:30 a.m.—Worship Service

    10:30 a.m.—KidsZone

    No KidsZone on 4th Sundays

    Lord’s Supper on 4th Sundays

    FREE! Garage Sale

    Time to declutter? Bring your unused or lightly used items to Fee Fee for our garage sale on August 1, 9a.m.-1p.m. where everything is FREE. This is a great way to clean out your garage or your closets. Or, embark on a quest for that one of a kind discovery.  Remember, one man’s trash is another man’s     treasure.  Sign up in the café to reserve your table.

    International Food Pantry

    Donations  needed include:

    Soaps, shampoo/conditioner, toothbrushes, toothpaste, toilet paper, feminine hygiene, deodorant.

    Our next volunteer workday is scheduled

    July 11. For information or to make a monetary donation contact Dan Wallace at dlwallace4@yahoo.com or

    636-312-5012.

    Coffee With a Cause

    Our Coffee With a Cause will go toward our Member Led Ministry, equipping members to connect others to the power of the gospel, and use their gifts for ministries that do the same.

    Condolences

    To friends and loved ones of Peggy Winchester at her passing on 6/12/26

     

  • Y.A. Collective, Vol. 66, No. 7, July 2026

    Our Greatest Need

    We live in a culture that constantly offers solutions. Better strategies, better systems, better technology, better programs. While many of these things can be helpful, there is a danger in believing that our deepest needs can be solved by human effort alone.

    The same temptation exists in the church. When we encounter challenges, we often look first for new methods, new ideas, or new initiatives. Yet throughout Scripture, God’s people are repeatedly reminded that renewal begins not with better plans, but with a renewed relationship with Him.

    The health of a church is not ultimately measured by its activity, attendance, or influence. It is measured by its dependence upon God. A church can be busy and still be spiritually dry. It can be active and yet lack genuine fellowship with the Lord.

    This is why prayer, repentance, worship, and devotion to God’s Word remain essential. They are not merely traditions to preserve; they are means by which we draw near to the God who gives life.

    As we look ahead, may our greatest desire not simply be for growth, success, or comfort. May we seek the presence of God above all else. When God’s people draw near to Him, they discover that He is faithful to strengthen, sustain, and renew them.

    Our greatest need has never changed. More than anything else, we need the Lord.

  • Family Front, Vol. 66, No. 7, July 2026

    IT IS VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL MONTH! VBS is a huge undertaking and I would love your support in whatever form that takes.

    • Decorating the worship center after Church, July 12th
    • Purchasing requested snack items for kids attending VBS
    • Purchasing requested craft items
    • Volunteering during VBS (snack prep, crew leader, station helper, camp helper)
    • Praying for everyone volunteering and attending- without God leading, it is just another summer camp.

    We will also be having a family fun night Thursday, July 16th at 6pm for VBS families to attend- and we want church members there too! This is such a great ministry opportunity to meet people in our community. Not only that, but we will have hotdogs, chips, drinks, and Kona Ice available. Please mark your calendars and plan to attend this event!

    Once we are on the other side of VBS, it will be time to get ready for the kids’ Promotion Sunday where Sunday School classrooms will change with some kids moving up to the next class. This will happen on Sunday, August 2nd. Not too long after that, it will be time for fall programming to begin so stay in touch for those updates.

    Church, please pray for our upcoming VBS. Please pray for our Volunteers. Please pray for our kids. Please pray for our church leadership.

     

  • Music Musings, Vol. 66, No. 7, July 2026

    There are three remaining concerts in our Summer Concert series.

    July 19 – Doug Mikan – ventriloquist

    Doug brings incredible energy to his performances as he interacts with his puppet friends.

    You will be delighted with his extraordinary performance vitality.  He has a remarkable ability to read his audience and improvise accordingly.

    July 26 – Fee Fee Musicians

    Our concert on July 26 will feature our own talented musicians who will showcase talents representing a variety of genres.

    You will also hear from our choir as they sing some of their favorites.

    August 2 – The Lesters

    The Lesters are a family of gospel singers who have been proclaiming the Gospel in song since 1925.  The group now represents the fourth generation and is expected to continue.  Their Mission statement continues:  “Carry the message of Jesus Christ”

    As always these concerts are free to attend.  However the opportunity for you to contribute to their ministries will be offered.

    After each concert ice cream treats will be served in the Coffee Cafe.

    Please attend and bring a friend or two or more!