Fee Fee Baptist Church

Category: Liz Bishop, Fee Fee Kids’ Director

All of Kathy Scott’s Forerunner articles.

  • Prime Time – Vol. 62, No. 4

    Once again, we have a change of plans for our activities. Instead of going to Warm Springs Ranch on March 11, (since it isn’t open until April), we will go to the Science Center to watch Wings over Water on the Omnimax. The bus will leave at 10:00 a.m. Lunch TBA. I am open to suggestions! The cost will be $11.00 plus lunch.

    I hope you have the Scott Joplin House and lunch on your calendar for March 28! This is a state historic site and features an authentic player piano that fills the house with his melodies as you walk through the flat on Delmar.  There is also a museum which celebrates Joplin’s life. The cost is $6.00, plus lunch.

    Speaking of calendars, here are the tentative plans for the next quarter. Thank you for your patience as we navigate the waters of closed restaurants, staff shortages, and the supply chain. Flexibility is a wonderful quality.

    Pencil in these activities for the upcoming quarter:

    Tuesday, April 12 Lunch then dying Easter eggs and building Easter baskets for the children at Loaves and Fishes.
    Tuesday, April 26 Luncheon and tour of Oakland House – $22.00.
    Monday, May 9 Warm Springs Ranch – $16.00 plus lunch.
    Saturday, May 14 Prime Time Banquet.
    Thursday, June 9 Heritage Museum and Lunch at Lewis and Clark.
    Friday, June 24 Josephine’s in Godfrey, Illinois – Lunch and shopping.

    I am looking forward to many of you joining us on these fun excursions. Invite some friends to join us. Remember we were made for connection with God and with others.

  • Family Front – Vol. 62, No. 4

    Missions

    On Sunday, April 3, our elementary children will be able to attend the North American Mission Study that will go from 9:45 a.m. through KidsZone and end at 12:00 p.m. This will be taught by our Bible Study teachers. We will focus on prayer for our Southern Baptist missionaries serving through the North American Mission Board and the people they serve. We will also highlight the Annie Armstrong Easter Offering. Mark your calendar!

    VBS 2022 & Soccer Camp

    It’s not too early to begin setting time aside to help with VBS. Put July 18-22 on your calendar for our 2022 VBS called “MOMUMENTAL – Celebrating God’s Greatness.” There will be many different areas to help: registration, music leadership, station leader or helper, family group leader or helper, snacks, photographer, sound, PowerPoint, and more! If you have soccer skills or are athletic, there are volunteer spots available for Soccer Camp also. VBS will be in the mornings and Soccer Camp will be in the afternoon. The cost for this week of fun is FREE for VBS and $55 for Soccer Camp. Email or talk to Kathy (kathy@feefeebc.org) if you are interested in serving!

    Serving Opportunity

    Part of being a Christian is serving. In addition to VBS, we have needs in the Children’s Ministry on a regular basis for people to plug in and use their gifts to serve. While we have many wonderful people already serving in this ministry, it takes many hands all areas to run smoothly.  Please see me if you believe God can use you to serve in our Children’s Ministry. Talk to Andrew (andrew@feefeebc.org) if you would like to serve in other areas of the church. Choose this year to actively serve your church!

  • Prime Time – Vol. 62, No. 3

    It looks like the pandemic is finally waning. I’m hoping that soon I can see you all again face to face. It’s been a challenging season, but we have learned some valuable spiritual lessons during this time. One of those is that our lives are to be lived in community. We need the fellowship, encouragement, and iron sharpening iron in our lives that needs to be done in person. I hope that we haven’t become complacent and are satisfied with watching church in our jammies. It’s time to get back together so we can serve the church and the community.

    I’m looking forward to a very special Valentine’s Day with many of you in a cave. Yes, we are going to Meramec Caverns that day at 10:00 a.m. We will eat lunch and then go on a cave tour.  The tour lasts 1 hour and 20 minutes and the cave is ADA accessible. There is one spot that has a few steps but if you are unable to traverse them, you can remain there, and the group will loop back around to you.

    On Wednesday, February 23 we will meet in the Dining Room at 11:00 a.m. for chili and soup and then watch the movie, American Underdog. This is the story of our own Kurt Warner. Hope to see you then!

    Keep on keeping on!

  • Family Front – Vol. 62, No. 3

    Missions

    On Sunday, April 3, our elementary children will be able to attend the North American Mission Study that will go from 9:45 a.m. through KidsZone and end at 12:00 p.m. This will be taught by our Bible Study teachers. We will focus on prayer for our Southern Baptist missionaries serving through the North American Mission Board and the people they serve. We will also highlight the Annie Armstrong Easter Offering. Mark your calendar!

    VBS 2022

    It’s not too early to begin setting time aside to help with VBS. Put July 18-22 on your calendar for our 2022 VBS called “MOMUMENTAL – Celebrating God’s Greatness.” There will be many different areas to help: registration, music leadership, station leader or helper, family group leader or helper, snacks, photographer and more! VBS will be in the mornings and Soccer Camp will be in the afternoon. There are volunteer spots for this too, especially if you have soccer skills. See me if you would like to serve.

    Serving Opportunity

    Part of being a Christian is serving. In addition to VBS, we have needs in the Children’s Ministry on a regular basis for people to plug in and use their gifts to serve. While we have many wonderful people already serving in this ministry, it takes many hands all areas to run smoothly.  Please see me if you believe God can use you to serve in our Children’s Ministry. Talk to Andrew if you would like to serve in other areas of the church. Choose this year to actively serve your church!

    Colossians 3:23-24 says: “And whatever you do, do it heartily, as to the Lord and not to men, knowing that from the Lord you will receive the reward of the inheritance: for you serve the Lord Christ.”

  • Prime Time – Vol. 62, No. 2

    On Monday, February 14, we will head to Meramec Caverns at 10:00 a.m. We will have lunch and then tour the cave for about an hour and a half, and then head home. This is a great way to spend your Valentine’s Day. The tour cost is $24 plus lunch. PLEASE NOTE – THIS IS A DATE CHANGE FROM OUR ORIGINAL CALENDAR. The cave has reduced hours until February 14 and will not be open on our original date of February 11.  Sorry for the inconvenience.

    I hope you all are keeping up in our reading of Joshua. I don’t know about you, but I am seeing some things I never saw before. So, keep on reading and be strong and courageous!

  • Family Front – Vol. 62, No. 2

    Family Nerf Games

    You have been asking for it and here it is! On Saturday, January 29, from 4:00-6:00 p.m. we are going to fill the gym with a friendly Nerf battle! Bring your own Nerf guns and darts and we will have a great time playing it up! Invite your family and friends to join us! We look forward to seeing you there! Please wear masks, as we will be inside the gym.

    Parent’s Night Out

    Parent’s Night Out will be on Friday, February 11, from 5:00-9:00 p.m. For only $5 per child, your kids can enjoy safe and fun childcare while you have a night out with your beloved! The night will include fun, games, pizza dinner, and even swim for an hour at the Bridgeton Community Center if they are elementary age (K-5). Preschoolers will remain at the church to play; if you would like your preschooler to swim, one parent will need to be present at the pool. Sign-up sheets are out in the Connection Center and reservations are due by February 6.

    Serving Opportunities

    Part of being a Christian is serving. Colossians 3:23-24 says, “And whatever you do, do it heartily, as to the Lord and not to men, knowing that from the Lord you will receive the reward of the inheritance: for you serve the Lord Christ.” We have needs here for people to plug in and use their gifts to serve. Some of those are in our preschool and children’s areas. Yes, we have a lot of wonderful people that already serve in this area, but it takes many to serve our children and families. Please talk to Kathy if you believe God can use you to serve in our children’s ministry. See Andrew if you would like to serve in other areas. Choose in this new year to actively serve the living God who gave so much for you!

  • Family Front – Vol. 62, No. 1

    I hoped and prayed you had a peaceful and happy Christmas and anticipate great things in this new year!

    Wednesday Night Activities

    AWANA, starting January 12, will meet from 6:00 – 7:30 p.m. We look forward to having the kids a bit longer and not have to rush through our time together. On that night, please bring school supplies to help teachers at Drummond Elementary to replenish their school supplies for the new year. Men’s and Women’s Bible Studies will also meet until 7:30 p.m.

    Family Nerf Games

    You have been asking for it and here it is! FAMILY NERF GAMES, January 29, 2022, from 4:00 to 6: 00 p.m.  Bring your own Nerf guns and darts and we will have a great time! Invite your family and friends to join us! We will look for you there! Please wear masks, as we will be inside the gym.

    Serving Opportunities

    Part of being a Christian is serving. Colossians 3:23-24 says, “And whatever you do, do it heartily, as to the Lord and not to men, knowing that from the Lord you will receive the reward of the inheritance: for you serve the Lord Christ.” We have needs here for people to plug in and use their gifts to serve. Some of those are in our preschool and children’s areas. Yes, we have a lot of wonderful people that already serve in this area, but it takes many to serve our children and families. Please talk to Kathy if you believe God can use you to serve in our children’s ministry. See Andrew if you would like to serve in other areas. Choose in this new year to actively serve the living God who gave so much for you!

  • Prime Time – Vol. 62, No. 1

    Happy New Year! Hope you haven’t broken too many of your resolutions yet. I would like to challenge all of you to read the book of Joshua with the entire church. We are only reading one chapter each day, and this will help you to develop the spiritual discipline of reading the Bible every day. It will change your day and your life If you want accountability, contact me about joining a T-group. You will be assigned a day each week to share what the LORD showed you while reading that day’s assigned chapter and then get to hear what your other group members gleaned from their assigned passages. Some of us have been doing this for over a year and love connecting with our group each day through the Marco Polo app on our phone.

    We have made plans for some fun activities for the first quarter of 2022. With the latest Covid surge, we might need to be flexible with these plans, but please add these to your calendar.

    Wednesday, January 12, 11:00 a.m. Sight and Sound Production of Ruth and sandwiches and dessert for lunch. Cost is $6.
    Thursday, January 27, 10:00 a.m. Field House Museum and Zia’s.  Cost is $10 for museum plus your lunch.
    Friday, February 11, 10:00 a.m. Tour of Meramec Caverns and Lunch.  Cost is $24 for tour plus lunch.
    Wednesday, February 23, 11:00 a.m. Chili/soup lunch and movie, American Underdog (if available). Cost is $6 for lunch.
    Friday, March 11, 9:00 a.m. Warm Springs Ranch – home of the Clydesdales – tour and lunch.  Cost TBD.
    Monday, March 28, 10:00 a.m. Scott Joplin House and lunch.  Cost $6 plus lunch.

    I look forward to seeing each of you in this new year.

  • Family Front – Vol. 61, No. 25

    Cute Christmas Activity

    Wow, this year has gone so fast! I’m excited to see what the new year brings! In the meantime, let’s see what your ELF name is:

    Use the first letter of your first name for your ELF first name:

    A – Perky H – Tootsie O – Elfie V – Happy
    B – Nipper I – Kringle P – Jingle W – Festive
    C – Glitzy J – Pudding Q – Kringle X– Evergreen
    D – Happy K – Cookie R – Speedy Y – Pinky
    E – Squeezy L – Tinker S – Candy Cane Z – Jolly
    F – Tiny M – Pixie T – Sugarplum
    G – Stampy N – Buddy U – Twinkle

     

    Use your birth month for your ELF last name:

    Jan – Angel-Eyes Jul – Festive-Fingers
    Feb – Floppy-Feet Aug – Sugar-Socks
    Mar – Tinsel-Shoes Sept – Pickle-Pants
    Apr – Pointy-Ears Oct – Sparkly-Nose
    May – Snow-Bum Nov – McJingles
    June – Glitter-Balls Dec – Twinkle-Toes

    What’s your Elf Name? _____________

    What’s new in 2022?

    Starting Wednesday, January 12, AWANA will meet from 6:00 to 7:30 p.m.. We look forward to having the kids a bit longer and not rushing through our time together. On that night, please bring school supplies to help teachers at Drummond Elementary replenish their school supplies for the new year. Men’s and Women’s Bible Studies will also meet until 7:30 p.m.

    Family Nerf Games

    January 29, 2022 is our next Family NERF GAMES! Bring your own Nerf guns and darts and we will have a great time! Invite your family and friends!

    This Christmas Season

    As you celebrate this season, buying gifts for loved ones, what do you think would be the greatest gift you could give? The newest video game? A gift card for a high-end retail store? A trip to the Caribbean? The most needed gift today, since the beginning of time, is PEACE. Micah 5:4-5 says: “He shall stand and shepherd his flock in the strength of the Lord, in the majesty of the name of the Lord his God. And they shall dwell secure, for now he shall be great to the ends of the earth. And he shall be their peace.” Isn’t it comforting to know that our peace is right here, right now in the form of a little baby who was born in a lowly stable? So, today, say “GLORY TO GOD in the highest, and on earth peace among those with whom he is pleased!” I pray that you will experience that peace with God this Christmas.

  • Prime Time – Vol. 61, No. 25

    In case you didn’t know, I’m a big fan of Christmas. I love the decorations, the food, and friend and family get-togethers. There are so many traditions associated with Christmas, some are obvious and others are not.  Have you ever wondered about the origins of some of these traditions?

    Many of our traditions have pagan origins, but God can use pagan symbols making it His own. “December 25” comes from the pagan celebration of the Winter Solstice, which occurs December 21 or 22. From that date on, the days begin to get longer and so does the amount of light. Jesus is the Light of the World who brings light into a dark world.

    It doesn’t take a stretch of imagination to see the significance of an angel tree topper, as the “angels we have heard on high” who proclaimed the birth of Jesus. And the triangular shape of the Christmas tree points to Jesus, representing the Trinity. Even the lights on the tree point to the Light of the world and our joining together to spread the light.

    Did you know candy canes were originally all white, straight, and called a sugar stick?! The curved crook was added by a choirmaster in 1670 to cause it to resemble a shepherd’s staff. Red stripes were added in the early 20th century to represent the blood and purity of Jesus. While some maintain that the shape is a “J” for Jesus, others claim it is a symbol of The Good Shepherd!

    Traditional red and green Christmas colors point us to Jesus – like those found in evergreen wreaths you hang on your door – green symbolizing the eternal life which Jesus gives us, and red represents the blood that He shed to give us eternal life.

    This year as you open Christmas gifts, remember that even the giving of gifts points us to Jesus. God gave us the best gift ever by sending His Son to earth to provide us with salvation and His wonderful grace. Make sure you display His love and grace and shine your light into the darkness this year at Christmas. “For by grace you have been saved through faith. And this is not of your own doing; it is a gift of God, not a result of works, so that no one may boast,” (Ephesians 2:8-9 ESV).