ADULT MINISTRIES AGES 55 & UP
It’s always time to live your best life. That includes your 55+ years. At Hayes Barton Baptist Church, our Adult Ministries Aged 55 & Up group offers plenty of opportunities for fellowship, fun, learning and so much more.
Monthly activities include luncheon meetings with special guest speakers and entertainers, daytrips around the area and overnight excursions. And we offer opportunities to gather, give, serve and grow.
We’re proud to have one of the most active, vibrant and welcoming senior adult fellowship communities in the area. You’re sure to find activities that interest you.
OPPORTUNITIES
Monthly Luncheons
Monthly luncheons occur throughout the church year from 12 noon – 1:30 PM. Each luncheon provides a wonderful opportunity to enjoy food, fellowship, and a program. The cost is $8 per person and is open to those ages 55 and up. Call or email Cathy Eller (celler@hbbc.org or 919-833-4617) the week prior to reserve your spot.
September 23 – School of Music and Music Minister Tyler Ingram
October 28 – Meet Orville Wright in the person of Captain Paul Carr
November 18 – Celebrating 100 Years
January 27 – Winter Blast: Nixon, Williams, and Gage
March 24 – Disaster Planning
April 28 – Lunch and Laugh: Wanda Kidd
Fit Over Fifty
IN-PERSON | Mondays at 8:00 AM and Wednesdays at 9:00 AM in the Gym
This class is a combination of low-impact aerobics, light interval training, line dancing, and strengthening. This class is designed to help seniors with increasing endurance, building strength, helping to slow the process of arthritis and osteoporosis, and enhancing posture, flexibility, and balance. The class is led by Darise Barron who has over 20 years experience in the exercise field. Contact Garrett Ferguson (gferguson@hbbc.org) for more information.
Senior Game Day
IN-PERSON | First and Third Tuesdays from 10:00 AM-12:00 PM in FLC-205
Dominoes are the group favorite! Small prizes are given out to the winner of each game. Contact Garrett Ferguson (gferguson@hbbc.org) for more information.
Pickleball
IN-PERSON | Thursdays from 6:30-8:00 PM in the Gym
Please sign up here by noon on the prior Wednesday so we know how many courts we need to set up. Contact Garrett Ferguson (gferguson@hbbc.org) for more information.
2024-2025 OUTING SCHEDULE
June 12
Sylvan Heights Bird Park – Our summer monthly adventures take flight for Scotland Neck to visit the Sylvan Park Heights Bird Park. The 28-acre facility features walk-through aviaries and tranquil gardens to give you an unforgettable up-close experience with over 2000 exotic birds from around the world. $25 covers admission and the bus. Bring money for lunch to the Duck Cafe. Call or email Cathy Eller (919-833-4617 or celler@hbbc.org) by Wednesday, June 4, to reserve your spot on the bus.
May 13-17
Summerfest at Caswell: Immanuel
July 15
Ice Cream Gathering – Join us for a bowl (or two) of ice cream and story sharing. We’ll remember our recent gatherings and travels this past year and just catch up with one another. Let Cathy Eller (919-833-4617 or celler@hbbc.org) know if you can join us by Friday, July 11 so we have enough ice cream.
August 14-15
Trip to Fort Fisher – Join the Adult Ministries for an overnight trip to Wilmington. We will leave the church at 10:00 AM on Thursday, August 14, traveling by bus to arrive at the Hotel Ballast on the riverfront for an afternoon of relaxing, enjoying the pool, or walking along the river. On Thursday evening, we will set sail for a sunset cruise and then return to the hotel for a good night’s rest. On Friday, we will visit the new museum at Fort Fisher and visit the NC Aquarium before heading home. The cost is $207 per person for a double room and $366 for a single room and includes lodging, transportation, and breakfast. All other meals are on your own. Reservations are due by Thursday, July 31. If you have any questions, please contact Kristen Muse (kmuse@hbbc.org).
September 12
September 12 at Temple Theatre in Sanford It’s 1959, and Rydell High School’s senior class is in rare form. The too-cool-for-school “Burger Palace Boys” are stealing hub-caps and acting tough, and their gum-snapping, chain-smoking “Pink Ladies” are looking hot in bobby sox and pedal pushers. Join us to transport back to this time to see the matinee performance. Tickets are $30 per person. We will meet at Hayes Barton at 9:45 AM to depart at 10:00 AM. Bring extra money for lunch and ice cream! We will have lunch in Sanford at Mrs. Lacy’s Magnolia House, after antique shopping, then head to the Temple Theater in time for our 2:00 PM showing. Call Cathy Eller (celler@hbbc.org or 919-833-4617) to sign up.
NCBAM HOPE LINE
The North Carolina Baptist Aging Ministry is offering a Hope Line to serve those facing loneliness and social isolation this holiday season. The Hope Line is open to receive calls from 9:00 AM-9:00 PM daily at 866-578-4673.
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