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.
Healthy Horizons Resource Fair
IN-PERSON | Friday, November 7 from 9:00 AM-Noon in Hailey Hall
HBBC is hosting Healthy Horizons for their “Thrive After 55!” resource fair. This is a free event for seniors and their caregivers, offering a wide range of resources to help you thrive now and in the future.
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.
OUTING SCHEDULE
December 9
Christmas Trip – Tuesday, December 9 from 11:30 AM-8:00 PM – Join us for a ride on the Carolina Christmas Train. We’ll leave HBBC and stop for lunch along the way before arriving in time to board The Pinehurst Car in Star. Wear your Christmas Outfit as we board the decorated 1912 restored vintage train car. During the train ride, we’ll enjoy hot chocolate, heavy hors d’oeuvres, and more. The train is not handicap accessible, so you must be able to step on the train. The cost is $90 per person plus money for lunch. Spots are limited, so make your reservation today!
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.
Click here for more information.