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
9:30 a.m. Blended Worship & LifeGroups
11:00 a.m. Encounter Band-Led Contemporary Worship & LifeGroups
Sunday LifeGroups
Classes meet at 8:00 a.m., 9:30 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. Click below for a list of classes, locations, and teachers.
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.
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. Meal begins at 6:00 p.m. in the Forum. 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, Sept. 28 - Come join us and bring your favorite dish! Meal will begin at 6:00 p.m. in the Forum. Program at 7:00 p.m. by Strings of Faith.
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.
2023 Dates
TBA
senior adult day trips
State Fair of Texas
Go to the State Fair with us on Thursday, Oct. 19. The bus leaves from the church at 9:30 a.m. and will return around 3:00 p.m. Tickets are half price: $5 each. Pay at the gate. Sign up in your Sunday Bible Study Class or email Donna at .
Institute for Creation Research Discovery Center
We are taking a day trip to the Institute for Creation Research Discovery Center on Thursday, Nov. 9. The bus will leave the church at 9:00 a.m. and will return after lunch, mid-afternoon.
Cost is $15.00 per person for the museum – Pay for your own lunch at Luby’s
Deadline to pay and reserve your ticket: Monday, Oct. 23. Click here for a flier with more information.
click here to register and pay
Senior Adult Fall Trip
The Senior Adult Trip to Mount Rushmore and South Dakota has been cancelled.
A trip to Branson has been scheduled for Monday, October 9 – Friday, October 13.
- Cost is $615 per person, for double occupancy.
- Reserve your spot with a $75 deposit.
- Brochures with a detailed itinerary will be available very soon.
See Six Shows On Our Bus Trip to Branson!
Take a group bus tour to Branson, the "Live Music Show Capital of the World!" Our Branson bus trip brings you a rich array of music and comedy. See the "Doug Gabriel Morning Show," with unique music and a talented cast. Your group will also enjoy "Branson's First Family of Entertainment" with the Presleys' Country Jubilee and see Queen Esther at the Sign & Sound Theatre. The shopping, dining and attractions of Branson Landing along Lake Taneycomo's beautiful waterfront is a highlight of your Branson bus tour. (Note: The full show line up is subject to change.)
Click here for a trip brochure
Click here to register and pay
Silver Sneakers Fitness for Sr. Adults
Taught by Flisha Stewart: 214-499-1564.
FREE For Silver Sneakers members: $20 a month or $2.50 drop- in fee, for non-members. 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.
- Monday 10:30-11:15am
- Wednesday 10:30-11:15am
- Friday 10:30-11:15am
Click here to register and scroll down to Silver Sneakers Fitness Class.
Staff
Rev. Jerry Griffin is our Senior Adult Pastor. Click here to email his assistant, Donna Middlebrooks.