Senior Adult Ministry

"Gray hair is a crown of splendor; it is attained by a righteous life." Proverbs 16:31

Senior Adults at First Baptist Forney are some of the most active members of the church. Our 1st Tuesday Senior Adult Ministry Luncheons, Best Yet Nights, trips, and service work are typical events on the monthly schedule of activities for this group. Come and get involved! The Senior Adult Ministry at FBC is a fellowship of friendly, caring, and loving Seniors! We are anxious to meet and share with you all the many wonderful things God is doing in our midst!

Sunday Worship

8:00 a.m. LifeGroups

9:15 a.m. Worship & LifeGroups

11:00 a.m. Worship & LifeGroups

Sunday LifeGroups

Classes meet at 8:00 a.m., 9:15 a.m., and 11:00 a.m. Click below for a list of groups, locations, and teachers.

LifeGroup Class Listing

Wednesday Nights

Join us for Mustang Creek Traditional Worship Service, held on Wednesdays at 6:30 p.m. in the Chapel, led by Rev. Jerry Griffin.  See our calendar of events for dates.

Best Yet Nights

Especially favored are the Best Yet Nights, typically the last Thursday of the month, where the attendees enjoy a meal and special entertainment. The meal begins at 6:00 p.m. in the Great Hall, and the program begins at 7:00 p.m. Bring your favorite dish and join us! Sign up in your Bible Study or email Donna at .

  • Thursday, Feb. 27: 6:00 p.m. in the Great Hall. Program by Audience of One.
  • Thursday, March 27: 6:00 p.m. in the Great Hall. Program by Brothers in Glory.
  • Thursday, April 24: 6:00 p.m. in the Great Hall.
  • Thursday, May 29: 6:00 p.m. in the Great Hall.
Senior Adult Lunch

This is an opportunity for our Senior Adults to enjoy one-on-one time with a member of the church staff.  Details and sign up in your Bible Study. 

  • Monday, Mar. 10: to Babe's Chicken in Garland. 
  • We will leave the church at 10:30 am.
  • $15.00 per person, pay on the bus
  • Sign up in your LifeGroup on Sunday morning or email   

trips and day trips

SBTC Empower Conference Classics Luncheon featuring The Collingsworth Family

Monday, February 24 at 9:30 a.m. - Irving Convention Center
Tickets are $20.00 each for admission and a catered meal. Register and pay for your ticket via the link below. Deadline to register is Sunday, February 9

The Collingsworth family is a dynamic Southern gospel and inspirational group founded by Phil and Kim Collingsworth. Join us as they share their incredible journey through story and song.

Click here to register


Silver Sneakers Fitness for Sr. Adults

Taught by Flisha Stewart:  214-499-1564.  

WHEN: M, W & F from 10:00 - 10:45 a.m. in the gym. Chairs and modifications provided.
COST
: FREE For Silver Sneakers & Renew Active members: $25 a month or $3 per class for non-members.  
CONTACT: Flisha at 214-499-1564 to sign up or drop in during class times.

Living well past retirement is a blessing.  A great part of this is having a fit lifestyle as an active older adult.  This class offers fun fitness activities to increase stamina, endurance, strength, balance and range of motion.  Come workout and fellowship with other older active adults. Classes are 45 min.  Low to medium impact.  Modifications to exercises will be provided. 


Staff

Rev. Jerry Griffin is our Senior Adult Pastor. Click here to email his assistant, Donna Middlebrooks.