Adults 55 Plus

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Andy Teague (Click picture for Bio)

SPECIAL TRAINING OPPORTUNITY Sunday, September 14 We want to invite all Prime Time LIFE (Sunday School) Directors, Teachers, Outreach Leaders, Secretaries, and Care Group Leaders to attend this training opportunity. We will have lunch in Fellowship Hall after the 11:00 service on Sunday, September 14, followed by the leadership training session in S-111.  We feel fortunate to have Andy Teague from FBC Enid, OK to lead our conference.  Andy has been my friend for years.  In fact, he served as my assistant at Plymouth Park Baptist Church in Irving.   Andy will challenge us to “POWER UP” Your LIFE. The Power of Prayer for lost friends and family The Power of Community as we focus on outreach Andy will also present the concept of the “Discover Triad.”  The three faces of a dynamic LIFE group are scripture, stories, and shepherding.

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Joe & Betty Pickle

New Beginning!  New Department & Class! We plan to start a new LIFE group (Sunday School) on October 5, at 11:00 AM in room S-109.  We have a target group (ages 55-65).  We also want you to know our new directors, Joe & Becky Pickle.  They have expressed a desire to be more involved in the life and ministry of FBCD.  Many of you that have not been involved in Bible Study on Sunday morning may find this a group of “empty nesters” a great fit for your spiritual life.

 

PURPOSE
We have a desire to see every Adult 55 Plus in the Denton area having an opportunity to hear the gospel and respond with life commitment. We pray for God to develop all of us into a Christ-like person, so that we may serve our church and our Lord. We will always strive to reach out to Adults 55 Plus.

PRIME TIME LIFE (Bible Study) Click here for a class schedule
We provide Bible Study opportunities for Adults 55 Plus each Sunday morning at 8:15, 9:30 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. Our classes are such that you may choose a Couples Class, Men’s and Women’s Class, even have a group that includes any of the stated as a mix.

39ER'S MONTHLY MEETING Adults 55 Plus will never grow too old to enjoy fellowship and a meal together the second Friday of each month. We have a variety of programs with Adults 55 Plus in mind. The folks gather as early as 11:30 a.m., but we ring the bell for lunch at 12 sharp.  So bring a side dish or dessert and join in the fellowship. Upcoming programs: September 12  - Please join us for a very informative program by Social Worker, Laurie Stokesbell who will speak on “Domestic Violence” and how it relates to older adults. Domestic violence has many forms, including physical violence, sexual abuse, emotional abuse, intimidation, economic deprivation, and threats of violence. Although emotional, psychological and financial abuse are not criminal behaviors, they are forms of abuse.  According to the Centers for Disease Control, domestic violence is a serious, preventable public health problem affecting more than 32 million Americans, or more than 10% of the U.S. population. Please come on Friday, September 12 and learn more about this serious problem facing older adults.

39ER'S GAME DAY On the 4th Tuesday afternoon of each month, we meet for table games and to eat! People bring finger foods and we meet in fellowship hall from 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.

BENEFITS COUNSELING
We have volunteers, trained by the North Central Texas Area Agency on Aging, who can provide help with information, assistance and advocacy when you have questions about public and private benefits, programs, and services.

39ER'S EXERCISE CLASS
We have a group that meets in room S-109 each week on Monday and Thursday mornings at 9:00.

OIL PAINTING CLASS
We have many talented Adults 55 Plus that enjoy getting together in the CLC each Wednesday morning and make suggestions and help each other with their painting projects.

HOMEBOUND MINISTRY We have about 26 visitors that stay in touch with many of our Adults 55 Plus that cannot come because of physical limitations. We thank God for this marvelous ministry.

TRIPS! TRIPS! TRIPS! We usually have one major trip each year. We have been to the Holy Land, the northeastern states, Colorado, Washington D.C., Hawaii, Canada and many one-day trips. We attempt to provide trips of interest whether the trips are 1,2 or 3 days long, as well as, others that may last 9 days.

MEALS ON WHEELS
We have several volunteer drivers that deliver hot meals to the homebound in Denton. You may want to volunteer to deliver one day per week or even consider being a substitute driver.

PAINT CREW
Many of our retired Adults 55 Plus are involved in painting houses. We try to make our services available to any and all that we may help. We usually do 6 to 8 houses per year.  Volunteers are always needed!

AARP DRIVER SAFETY CLASS
FBCD hosts this driver refresher course to help drivers refine existing skills and develop safe, defensive driving techniques.  Please contact Judy Murphy to sign-up for the next class on Thursday & Friday, August 28 & 29 from noon to 4:00 pm in room S-111.  The next class will be on October 16 & 17.

GRIEF SHARE 
GriefShare is a non-denominational group and features biblical teaching on grief and recovery topics. 
The next eight week session of Grief Share will begin October 5, 2008 from 4:00 – 6:00 pm at the International Cultural Center, 1701 N. Broadway, Denton Click here to see the Grief Share Brochure.

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
Our Daily Bread:
FBCD volunteers work on Fridays on a rotating schedule, serving the hungry.
Meals on Wheels:
Volunteers deliver meals to the homebound in Denton and surrounding areas.
Homebound Ministry:
Volunteers visit our homebound visitors and provide literature and sermons on CD’s.
Serving Our Seniors:
SOS is a ministry by members of FBCD who volunteer to assist our Adults 55 Plus by meeting their needs involving home repairs and maintenance.
Office Volunteers:
Volunteers help fold letters, stuff envelopes, and put inserts in Sunday bulletins, as well as other “duties as assigned”!