Fee Fee Baptist Church

Category: Kathy Scott, Senior Adults & Care Ministry Director

All of Gloria Fox’s Forerunner articles for Prime Time.

  • Prime Time – Vol. 62, No. 19

    I love fall! The changing leaves, firepits, s’mores, hot chocolate, long sleeves, and the promise of snow in the near future. I know, I know. Some of you are still stuck on the “s” word I said in the last sentence! But I love the God who created each one of us with our unique personalities and passions. There is never a dull moment in God’s world.  He likes seasons too, and our church is about to enter a new season. While we are sad to see our pastor and his family move on, we must remember that God has called them to a new place to serve and bless a new body of believers.

    At the same time, we know God’s plans for us is also for a hope and a future. If you set your alarm for 9:38 (a.m. or p.m.) as Zach asked us to and you are praying Matthew 9:28, you have already been praying for our new pastor.  God already knows who our next shepherd will be, and he is preparing his heart even today. It’s time to get ready for our next season!

    In the meantime, we have some exciting events coming up that I hope you will join us at and invite some friends along. On the evening of Saturday, October 15 we will meet at the JCCA to listen to story tellers in a program by the St. Louis County Library. There will not be a bus or transportation for this trip, but groups are gathering at 6:00 p.m. to eat together at Bandanas on Dorsett beforehand. The storytelling begins at 7:30 p.m. at the J. Mirowitz Performing Arts Center, 2 Millstone Campus. This is a unique opportunity you don’t want to miss.

    Then, on Friday, October 28, we will go to the Economy Museum. Admission is free. We will explore the economy and money in an interactive way. You will learn everything from how people make decisions about money, how the economy affects you, and even have the opportunity to try to lift a 28-pound gold bar. If this doesn’t entice you, we are having lunch at Crown Candy afterward! Enough said!

    Enjoy the change of seasons. God is in control!

  • Prime Time – Vol. 62, No. 18

    Thanks for all your help pursuing the good of our community during Impact Week. The Bible does not mention retirement so we need to keep on keeping on being the hands and feet of Jesus doing whatever we can until He calls us home. I appreciate all your hard work!

    Our next event is an in-house movie. We will have lunch followed by the movie, The Insanity of God, on Wednesday, September 28 at 11:00 a.m. Lunch price is $7. This movie is the true story of missionaries Nik and Ruth Ripkin. They will tell the story of being taught by persecuted believers how to follow Jesus, how to love Him, and how to walk with Him day by day even when it doesn’t make sense. Prepare to be challenged.

    On Saturday, October 15 we will meet at the JCCA to listen to story tellers in a 5:30 p.m. program by the St. Louis County Library. There will not be a bus or transportation for this trip, but I have heard groups are gathering to eat together at Bandanas on Dorsett beforehand. There will be room at my table for anyone who wants to join me.

    Finally, on Friday, October 28, we will go to the Economy Museum. Admission is free. We will explore the economy and money in an interactive way. You will learn everything from how people make decisions about money, how the economy affects you, and can even try to lift a 28-pound gold bar. If this doesn’t entice you, we are having lunch at Crown Candy! Enough said!

    Again, thank you for all you did this week for our community and your continued service to the church!

  • Prime Time – Vol. 62, No. 17

    By the time you read this, you will have already celebrated Labor Day with picnics, swim parties, and BBQ. While I am looking forward to a day off and celebrating with my friends, I realized I had no idea why and what I was celebrating so I googled it!

    I found out that it was an annual celebration of the social and economic achievements of the American workers.  The holiday began in the late 1800s when labor activists pushed for a holiday to recognize the many contributions workers have made to America’s strength, prosperity, and well-being.

    So let me just take a minute to thank all of you for your contributions whether it be inside the home or outside in the many occupations represented by this body of believers. Thanks for all you have done to make this country a land of opportunity.

    Speaking of opportunities, (nice segue right?), don’t forget our trip to tour Holy Family Catholic Church on September 12, and our movie day here on September 28. The sign-up sheets are in the Connection Center.

    Hope you had a great 3-day weekend with lots of rest and relaxation so we can serve our community during Impact Week September 11-18.

  • Prime Time – Vol. 62, No. 16

    How to Respond to Panhandlers

    We are currently seeing more panhandlers come to our parking lot after our services on Sunday morning. The church has a protocol for handling benevolence cases. Please do not give a person money. Instead tell them that we have emergency bags of food in the Welcome Center if they are hungry and point them to the door. The deacon of the week will be in the coffee café to assist them. You can also tell them that they can come back on Monday to the church and a minister will talk to them and see how we can help with their needs.

    Historic Church Tour

    On Monday, September 12 we will leave Fee Fee at 10:00 a.m. go to Holy Family Catholic Church in Cahokia for a tour. This is the oldest Catholic Church west of the Alleghenies. It was established in 1699 and has served that community since then, continuing to celebrate mass on a regular basis. This log cabin church will provide us a great tour. Then we will have lunch at Chava’s Mexican Restaurant by Soulard in honor of former pastor, Randy Fullerton. This is he and Mary Louise’s favorite St. Louis restaurant.

    Movie and Lunch

    On Wednesday, September 28 we will end the month with lunch and a movie in the church’s dining room. We will watch The Insanity of God movie which is the true story of missionaries Nik and Ruth Ripken.  They journey into the depths of the persecuted church to ask the question, “Is Jesus worth it?”  Lunch will include a sandwich, drink, and dessert for $7.

    Don’t forget to sign up in the Connection Center for all Prime Time events!

    The summer is winding down quickly, and most kids are returning to school. Are you still building your life on Jesus and pursuing the good of the community? It is our mission!

  • Prime Time – Vol. 62, No. 15

    I have just returned from “The Big Southwest Monkey Bus Tour,” as my grandkids named it. I spent three weeks in an RV with 3 adults, an 11-year-old girl, a 7-year-old boy and 2 dogs. I can hear some of you groaning and wondering what I was thinking! I was thinking that I needed to thank God for the absolute, breathtaking beauty of His creation and the opportunity to share these moments with my family!

    While we were traveling, I worked quite a lot on Adult VBS and wanted to make sure to extend a personal invitation to attend. We are going to look at a familiar Jesus and some familiar Bible accounts from a Jewish cultural perspective. If you love Jesus now, you will walk away with a richer understanding and love of who He is, why He came, and His love for us.

    We will see how Jesus did not come to turn the world upside down but rather right side up! We will understand exactly what it means when it says that the Messiah will have healing in His wings. We might not exactly understand what that means but the woman who had bled twelve years got it and believed it, and we will finally understand that cultural idiom. I can’t wait to help you see the richness of scripture from a Jewish perspective.

    Join me August 22-25, from 9:00 to 11:30 a.m. Bring your Bible, notebooks and pens, and your anticipation of studying scripture. Not only that, but we will have some good music and singing led by Ronna. And of course, there are always those wonderful snacks. Come on out for our annual Adult VBS and bring some friends, too. Adults of all ages (not just Prime Timers) are welcome!

  • Prime Time – Vol. 62, No. 14

    I wish all of you could be experiencing the beauty of God’s amazing creation with me as my family and I travel through the southeast. I cannot believe He spoke such beauty into existence and lets us dwell in His glorious creation.

    Don’t forget to sign up for the Science Center OmniMax trip on Thursday, August 4. We will watch a film on Ireland and then go to lunch at The Fountain on Locust. Who will try dill pickle soup with me? You can wash it down with some ice cream. The bus will leave church at 10:00 a.m.

    Again, I want to remind you to take care of yourself during this worldwide record-breaking heat. Drink A LOT of water, stay in air conditioning whenever possible, and come to church on Sunday!!

  • Prime Time – Vol. 62, No. 13

    Wow, is it ever hot outside! I’m praying for all of you during this super hot weather. Please take care of yourself by staying inside in the air conditioning and keeping hydrated when you must be outside. It’s early July so I don’t expect the heat to go away anytime soon.

    We already have a change to our first activity in August. We will go to the OmniMax theater on Thursday, August 4 to see the video entitled Ireland. The cost of the ticket is approximately $10.  If we have enough sign up to go, we might be able to get a slightly cheaper group rate. The bus will leave church at 10:00 a.m. and we will go to the 11:00 a.m. showing. Lunch will be at the Fountain on Locust.

    Adult VBS will begin on Monday, August 22 and run through Thursday, August 25. We will be looking at the life and teachings of Jesus through a first century Middle Eastern lens, which will add much richness to our understanding of scripture. Our study will begin each day at 9:00 a.m. and end at 11:30 a.m. with a break for snacks and fellowship. Hope you can come!

    Find a unique way to love God and love others through the month of July!

  • Prime Time – Vol. 62, No. 12

    Summer is speeding by. Hope you are enjoying vacations, BBQ, and friend and family get-togethers.

    We are not planning any activities in July but have a full schedule for the rest of the year! Here are some dates to add to your calendar:

    Wednesday, August 3 OmniMax theater with lunch at the Fountain on Locust.
    Monday-Thursday

    August 22-25

    		Adult VBS –  9:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
    Monday, September 12 Tour of the log cabin church, Holy Family Catholic Church in Cahokia. Lunch destination TBA.
    Wednesday, September 28 Lunch and movie, The Insanity of God.
    Saturday, October 15 Storytellers at the JCCA presented by the St. Louis County Library.
    Friday, October 28 Money Museum and lunch at Crown Candy.
    November – Date TBD Presentation by the Missouri Baptist Foundation for senior adults.
    Thursday, December 1 Big Joel’s Safari Winter Wonderland. Bring your family!
    Monday, December 19 Our Lady of the Snows Christmas display and dinner.

     

    Put these dates on your calendar and invite others to come with you! A personal invitation is a very effective way of connecting others to our church.

  • Prime Time – Vol. 62, No. 11

    Don’t forget to sign up in the Connection Center for Josephine’s Tea Room in Godfrey, Illinois.  We will leave church at 10:00 a.m., eat lunch, and then do a little shopping. Gentlemen are welcome to come and hold our bags!  Lunch will be approximately $12-$17, plus an additional $3 per person for the gas for the bus. Hope to see you on Monday, June 27.

    The Prime Time council meets next week to plan the next quarter. If you have ideas or would like to serve on this advisory council, please let me know. We always welcome new ideas and new faces.

    We are not planning any activities for the month of July but will start fun activities again in August. Adult VBS will be in August, and I will let you know the dates in the next Forerunner. As always, this is an excellent way to continue to build our lives on Jesus. Stay cool and keep on serving!

  • Prime Time – Vol. 62, No. 10

    I hope you can join us on Thursday, June 9, at 10:00 a.m. to go to the Heritage Museum in St. Charles. They are featuring a brand new exhibit called, “The American Revolutionary War in the West.” The exhibit focuses on the war in the west which is almost always completely ignored. We will then have lunch at Lewis and Clark’s on Main Street St. Charles. The exhibit is totally free, just bring money for lunch. Hope to see you there.

    There has been a date change for Josephine’s Tearoom and Gift Shop in Godfrey, IL. We are now going on Monday, June 27, when I am actually in town! Sorry for the confusion. After a great lunch we can visit the main gift shop that features everything you could possibly want, and then 2 more shops – one of which is all sales items. The tearoom features soups, salads, and sandwiches and of course desserts! The bus will leave at 10:00 a.m.

    We are taking the month of July off but will resume our regular twice-a-month fun in August which will include four days of Adult VBS. Dates will be announced in the next Forerunner.

    A big thank you to all who attended, served, set-up, and provided the night’s entertainment for the Annual Legacy Banquet. It just keeps getting better and better each year!