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  • Music Musings – Vol. 61, No. 14

    Singing Tree Update

    Thanks to those of you who have responded that you will be available to sing in our 2021 Singing Tree. We have had a positive response from about 25 singers, so we are halfway there. If you have not yet sent in your response, please do so ASAP.  Also, you may know others that might enjoy this singing experience, so please share this information with them. Remember – singers do not need to be a member of Fee Fee. Thanks so much for considering the sharing of your singing!

    July Playlist

    I do hope you will enjoy this new playlist that Tara and I have created. We so enjoy sharing these diverse songs with you. There are many different musical genres that can praise our God!

    Billboard Top Christian:

    #1 – Amen

    For King and Country

     

    #2 – Help is On the Way

    Toby Mac

     

    Top Gospel Chart:

    I’m Not Ashamed

    Monica Lisa Stevenson

    (featuring Paul Porter)

     

    Christian Folk Rock:

    Rescuer (Good News)

    Rend Collective

     

    Gospel:

    Sometimes It takes a Mountain

    The Foster Triplets

     

    Classical Gospel:

    We Need You, Lord

    by Jonathan Butler

     

    Christian Acoustic Folk:

    Wayfaring Stranger

    Southern Raised

    Christian Rock:

    Magnify

    We Are Messengers

     

    Christian Rock:

    Made to Fly

    Colton Dixon

     

    Christian Pop:

    Keep on Hoping

    Riley Clemmons

     

    Christian Folk:

    Paradox

    Ellie Holcomb (featuring Natalie Hemby)

     

    Contemporary Worship:

    Never Have I Ever

    Hillsong Young & Free

    You can listen along on YouTube to Ronna’s July 2021 Playlist by using this link:

    https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLpdd9NDp5H-X3USv9AIDkSgdWKv6zH_py&feature=share

  • Announcements – Vol. 61, No. 14

    Sympathy

    Our love through Christian sympathy is extended to

    … Donna Reynolds on the passing of her mother, Jean Bunch, on June 26.

    … Bonnie Ferguson and family on the passing of her sister, Terri Smith, on June 28.

    Now Accepting Donations for  Backpacks & School Supplies

    #2 Wooden Pencils

    24-Pack Crayons

    Colored Pencils

    Washable Markers

    Dry Erase Markers

    Elmer’s Glue Sticks

    Ink Pens

    Erasers

    Fiskar Scissors

    Spiral Notebooks (Wide Ruled)

    Composition Notebooks

    Pocket Folders (3-holes)

    3-Ring Binders

    Clorox Wipes

    Hand Sanitizer

    Please place all donations in the Donation Center bins across from the Connection Center. The last day to drop off backpacks and school supplies is August 3. These will be given out during Free Market on August 7.

  • Devotional Corner – Vol. 61, No. 13

    Taken from L.B. Cowman’s “Streams in the Desert,” Zondervan Updated Edition

    “They will soar on wings like eagles,” (Isaiah 40:31).

    There is a fable about the way birds first got their wings. The story goes that initially they were made without them. Then God made the wings, set them down before the wingless birds, and said to them, “Take up these burdens and carry them.”

    The birds had sweet voices for singing, and lovely feathers that glistened in the sunshine, but they could not soar in the air. When asked to pick up the burdens that lay at their feet, they hesitated at first. Yet soon they obeyed, picked up the wings with their beaks, and set them on their shoulders to carry them.

    For a short time the load seemed heavy and difficult to bear, but soon, as they continued to carry the burden and to fold the wings over their hearts, the wings grew attached to their little bodies. They quickly discovered how to use them and were lifted by the wings high into the air. The weights had become wings.

    This is a parable for us. We are the wingless birds, and our duties and tasks are the wings God uses to lift us up and carry us heavenward. We look at our burdens and heavy loads, and try to run from them, but if we will carry them and tie them to our hearts, they will become wings. And on them we can then rise and soar toward God.

    There is no burden so heavy that when lifted cheerfully with love in our hearts will not become a blessing to us. God intends for our tasks to be our helpers; to refuse to bend our shoulders to carry a load is to miss a new opportunity for growth. —J.R. Miller.

  • A Word From Pastor Zach – Vol. 61, No. 13

    When you think about going on a summer trip, what comes to your mind? Some people think about beautiful sandy beaches. Others are drawn to the mountains. Maybe you are a family that loves going to Six Flags or Disney. Often, when we think about summer trips, we are thinking about rest, relaxation, and fun.

    However, as you are reading this, a group of 26 youth and adults are on a different kind of trip. They are serving up in Minneapolis, MN, on a mission trip. Among other mission projects, our team is partnering with a Hispanic church, Alfa y Omega, and serving with them.

    Our team will be doing physical labor in both the church and members’ homes. They also will be leading backyard Bible clubs for the church. Finally, they will be partnering with other missions agencies in Minneapolis to serve those in need and share the Gospel with the lost.

    I am always so thankful for people who sacrifice their time to do this kind of “trip.” God’s heart is for us to be on mission. To go and to serve others. One of my favorite verses in Scripture is 2 Corinthians 5:20. It says:

    “Therefore, we are ambassadors for Christ, since God is making his appeal through us. We plead on Christ’s behalf, “Be reconciled to God.””

    Think about what it means to be an ambassador. An ambassador represents the interests of their country/kingdom as they live and serve in another country or kingdom. They are a representative of that country’s government or monarchy. As ambassadors, we represent God to a lost and broken world. He is making His appeal through us!

    One of the best ways for the church to represent God well in this world is through missions. When a group of students and adults take a week of their summer to go and serve those in need in Minnesota, I believe that the lost world around them notices.

    However, it is important to note that we aren’t just ambassadors for God when we go on a mission trip. Rather, we are ambassadors for God each and every day. The way that we live our lives matter! What can we do to make sure we are clearly showing the love of Christ to the world around us?

    I want to encourage you to be in prayer for our Minneapolis Mission Team. Pray that they will be ambassadors who represent King Jesus well as they serve in Minnesota. In addition, I want to encourage you to be praying for your own ambassadorship. Take a few moments this week and examine your life. Are you representing the interests of the Kingdom of God well in your neighborhood and community?

    It is commendable to go on a mission trip. It is just as commendable to live boldly for Christ right here in St. Louis. Whether it is on a mission trip or in our everyday lives, let’s commit to being positive witnesses for Christ!

    In Him,

    Pastor Zach

  • Bible Study Corner – Vol. 61, No. 13

    Each week more people are returning to church for corporate worship and Bible Study. I would like to challenge each of you to get involved. Pastor Zach just preached through Hebrews 10, and we really are better together. We have classes for everyone. Hope to see you Sunday at 9:45 a.m.

    Men’s Fraternity continues to meet through the summer, but all other Wednesday Bible Studies will resume on September 8.

    Join me on Facebook Live on Wednesday mornings at 9:00 a.m. for a study through Isaiah. If you cannot join live, it is posted on Facebook and website for viewing at your convenience.

    Backpacks

    Last year at the Free Market, we were able to hand out almost 100 backpacks filled with school supplies for the kids in our community. Our goal is to DOUBLE that number this year! We are hoping that small groups, Bible Study classes, Marco Polo groups, and any other group or individual will help us meet this goal. The Forerunner has a list of needed school supplies. Help us reach our goal by August 3 for handout at the Free Market on August 7.

  • Announcements – Vol. 61, No. 13

    Summer Social

    Prime Time is having a fun Summer Social on Saturday, July 10 from 6:00-9:00 p.m. We will be enjoying watermelon, homemade ice cream, and table games. We would love for anyone who would like to join us, but you must sign up in the Connection Center so we can plan accordingly.

    Backpacks

    Last year at the Free Market, we were able to hand out almost 100 backpacks filled with school supplies for the kids in our community. Our goal is to DOUBLE that number this year! We are hoping that small groups, Bible Study classes, Marco Polo groups, and any other group or individual will help us meet this goal. Below is a list of needed school supplies. Help us reach our goal by August 3 for handout at the Free Market on August 7.

    Now Accepting Donations for Backpacks & School Supplies

    #2 Wooden Pencils

    24-Pack Crayons

    Colored Pencils

    Washable Markers

    Dry Erase Markers

    Elmer’s Glue Sticks

    Ink Pens

    Erasers

    Fiskar Scissors

    Spiral Notebooks (Wide Ruled)

    Composition Notebooks

    Pocket Folders (3-holes)

    3-Ring Binders

    Clorox Wipes

    Hand Sanitizer

    Please place all donations in the Donation Center bins across from the Connection Center. The last day to drop off backpacks and school supplies is August 3. These will be given out during Free Market on August 7.

  • Music Musings – Vol. 61, No. 13

    Hymn of the Month

    When I was a little girl, the Linn County Baptist Association had a hymn sing each month. Different churches in the association would host the event which featured the “hymn of the month” which was sung along with other hymns compatible with the theme. Of course, I don’t know how the “hymn of the month” was determined, but remembering this event got me started thinking and wondering if “hymn of the month” exists in various organizations today. Indeed, it does! Here are three web sites that share hymn stories of the month.

    1. Hymn Stories Organization has a hymn of the month giving background information and details surrounding the inspiration for writing and the writer. Hymn Stories hymn for the month of June is Where We’ll Never Grow Old.
    2. The Getty Family Hymn of the Month – The Getty web site lists a hymn for the month with the accompanying story and the memory verse of the month. June’s selection is Jesus Shall Reign.Memory verse for the month is Psalm 72:17.
    3. Happy Hymnody – This web site was developed to sow the truths of hymns into the hearts of children and encourage families to lift their voices in praise to the Holy One. Their hymn for the month of June is This is My Father’s World.

    “It could not be otherwise, but that Christianity be a singing faith. The Founder sang. He learned to sing from His Father. Surely, they have been singing together from all eternity…When He speaks galaxies come into being. And when He sings for joy, more energy is released than exists in all the matter and motion of the universe. If He appointed song for us to release our heart’s delight in Him, is this not because He also knows the joy of releasing His own heart’s delight in song? We are a singing people because we are children of a singing God.” –John Piper, theologian.

    Christmas 2021

    It is time to start thinking about Christmas and get our act together! So, in order to plan, we need to find out how many people will participate. In particular, we are thinking about the Singing Tree. So obviously we need MANY singers to stand on its branches. It is not necessary for you to have any prior experience of singing on the tree, but please reply to Tara (tara@feefeebc.org), to let us know of your interest. We need you!

  • Family Front – Vol. 61, No. 13

    WE ARE HOSTING VBS AND SPORTS CAMP THIS YEAR! Yay!!!

    July 26-30 is VBS Wilderness Escape from 9:00 a.m. to12:00 p.m. We still have a few unique spots open for God to use you to help kids see how God guides and provides. If you are interested in volunteering, email Kathy at kathy@feefeebc.org or call the church office. Thank you for picking up supply donation slips.  Donate or purchase the item(s) on the slip of paper and return to church by July 5. A specific need we have is the use of many Easy-Up canopies. These will be used to recreate the Israeli marketplace for the kids to experience. If we could borrow one for that week, let me know, and bring it to the church.

    Sports Crusaders Basketball Camp is also July 26-30 from 1-4pm

    In 2019, 4 children came to know Christ through our basketball camp! What a tremendous ministry this is for our kids to enjoy and know Christ in a fun and unique way. We still have a need for bed and breakfast arrangements for the 3 female college students (1-2 homes would be great) that are leading the camp. Let me know if you can open your home to these students.

    Registration for VBS and Sports Camp Still Available

    On our website at feefeebc.org/freevbs or feefeebc.org/sports-crusaders. We can only accommodate 40 kids for basketball camp, so register early. (The same registration form can be used for both events).

    Upcoming Family Events
    Family Swim Night

    The very next week after VBS we are hosting a FREE Family Swim Night at the Bridgeton Municipal Pool on August 6 from 6:00-8:00 p.m.

    Free Market

    On Saturday, August 7, we have our annual Free Market on our parking lot. Backpacks with school supplies will be available for kids in our community.

    Welcome Weekend

    On Saturday, August 14 we will be having our Welcome Weekend event for our preschoolers, children, and Youth that will be moving up to the next grade/department. This will give kids an opportunity to see their new classrooms and meet their teachers. Promotion day is Sunday, August 22.

  • Chi Alpha News – Vol. 61, No. 13

    Pray for our Minneapolis Mission Team

    We are so fortunate to have 26 students and adult volunteers out serving this week in Minneapolis with Praying Pelican Missions. Please continue to pray for our team as we work with the local church and community that relationships can be built and lives will be focused on Jesus. Thank you so much for your continued support of our student ministry and their passion for missions!

    DNOW Registration is Open!!

    DNOW is back this summer and we are so excited for what God has in store for our students this summer. Our theme for the 2021 is “No Filter,” and we will be learning how God has designed us to stand out, and not to be living how the world tells us we should. DNOW will be July 23-25, and will be a weekend filled with music, games, fellowship, service projects, and the chance to build a great community with other students. The cost for the weekend is $40.00. A $10.00 deposit will be due by the registration deadline of July 11. You can register by filling out the form in The Rafters or on our website at dnow.feefeebc.org. We hope you will join us for this amazing weekend and invite your friends!

    Chi Alpha Summers: Every Wednesday June 2 – August 11
    June 26-July 2 Minneapolis Mission Trip July 26-30 Serve for VBS
    July 9 Church Mini Golf Night August 7 Paintball
    July 23-25 DNOW August 22 Youth & Family BBQ

  • Prime Time – Vol. 61, No. 13

    We have some great events planned for the next quarter.  Put this list on your fridge, sign up, and don’t forget to show up if you sign up.

    Saturday, July 10 – 6:00-9:00 p.m. Summer Social — Watermelon, homemade ice cream, and table games.
    Monday, July 26 – 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Churchill Museum in Fulton with lunch at Bek’s.
    Monday, August 9 – 10:00 a.m. Mummy exhibit at the Science Center and lunch at Pappy’s.
    Wednesday, August 25 – 10:00 a.m. Guest Speaker from the Department of Aging and lunch with sandwiches and salad.
    Thursday, September 9 – 9:00 a.m. Day trip to Casey Illinois to see “Big Things” and lunch at Whitley’s Whimsies.
    Thursday/Friday, September 30 – October 1 Overnight trip to the Amana Colonies. Price to be determined!

    Hope you can join us for these great activities! Sign-up sheets will be in the Connection Center. If you sign up but cannot attend, please let me know. If this is an in-house event, it effects the amount of food we buy. If it requires the use of a bus, it effects the number of busses and bus drivers. I would really appreciate accurate information so I can plan accordingly.

    It is so encouraging to see more and more of you showing up each week. We were meant for connection with each other and study of Scripture.