Our Church is more than a place of worship. We invite you to join with us in these Activities, as we seek to make Christ's Mission - Our Mission.
Mission Prayer
God, where will your Spirit lead today? Help me be fully awake and ready to respond. Grant me the courage to risk something new and become a blessing of your love and peace. Amen
God, where will your Spirit lead today? Help me be fully awake and ready to respond. Grant me the courage to risk something new and become a blessing of your love and peace. Amen
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What if you opened your heart and listened to God's promptings?
What if you risked exploring the relationships God laid before you? Today, you have an opportunity to open new doors and explore the world we've been given. |
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“Continue to align your priorities with local and worldwide church efforts to move the initiatives forward. Additional innovative approaches to coordinating congregational life and supporting groups of disciples and seekers are needed to address mission opportunities in a changing world.”
D&C 165:1f
D&C 165:1f
Abolish Poverty-End Suffering
Doorstep Topeka
Doorstep Topeka
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For additional information regarding how you can assist Doorstep, please contact Ruth May who serves as our congregation's liaison with Doorstep Topeka.
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Topeka Community of Christ Congregation works to Abolish Poverty & End Suffering by reaching out through compassionate ministries, in partnership with other faith communities and organizations that serve the poor and hungry and stop conditions that diminish the worth of persons.
In addition to our tithes which fund Community of Christ operations, programs and missions; we partner with other faith communities and charitable organizations, to support the ministry of Doorstep Topeka. We do this by providing volunteer service, tangible goods and financial support. |
Doorstep Newsletter for December 2021
This month is all about the Christmas Store, even if it is completely different than in years past! This year is not a ‘Store’, but more of a Christmas Adoption Project. All of the households we have adopted through the Christmas Bureau will receive a food order, health kit, blanket, a household item, a family fun pack with games, puzzles, etc., school supplies if appropriate and a $20 gift card per person in the household. Distribution days this year will be December 14th – 17th.
What we currently need for Christmas: We have asked for items to be at Doorstep by December 1st this year because distribution will take extra organization on our part. However, with the cost of the gift cards and the food, our budget is already at least $30,000. Where we have asked for items in years past, please help us monetarily with the gift cards and food by sending a check, or go to our website (www.doorsteptopeka.org) to donate by credit card. Please note your congregation with your donation.
We appreciate anything you can do to help this year while we are still in midst of a COVID Christmas. Don’t forget your year-end donations as well! Doorstep would gratefully accept your donations to help us start out 2022 in the black. And, don’t forget our 55th Anniversary Fund to replace our 60+ year old HVAC system.
Merry Christmas & Happy Holidays from the Staff at Doorstep!
Lisa Cain, Doorstep Executive Director
This month is all about the Christmas Store, even if it is completely different than in years past! This year is not a ‘Store’, but more of a Christmas Adoption Project. All of the households we have adopted through the Christmas Bureau will receive a food order, health kit, blanket, a household item, a family fun pack with games, puzzles, etc., school supplies if appropriate and a $20 gift card per person in the household. Distribution days this year will be December 14th – 17th.
What we currently need for Christmas: We have asked for items to be at Doorstep by December 1st this year because distribution will take extra organization on our part. However, with the cost of the gift cards and the food, our budget is already at least $30,000. Where we have asked for items in years past, please help us monetarily with the gift cards and food by sending a check, or go to our website (www.doorsteptopeka.org) to donate by credit card. Please note your congregation with your donation.
We appreciate anything you can do to help this year while we are still in midst of a COVID Christmas. Don’t forget your year-end donations as well! Doorstep would gratefully accept your donations to help us start out 2022 in the black. And, don’t forget our 55th Anniversary Fund to replace our 60+ year old HVAC system.
Merry Christmas & Happy Holidays from the Staff at Doorstep!
Lisa Cain, Doorstep Executive Director
Abolish Poverty-End Suffering
Outreach International
Outreach International
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We work to Abolish Poverty & End Suffering by reaching out through compassionate ministries, in partnership with other faith communities and organizations that serve the poor and hungry and stop conditions that diminish the worth of persons.
In addition to our tithes which fund Community of Christ operations, programs and missions; the Topeka Community of Christ congregation also provides funds to support the ministry of Outreach International as we work in partnership with others to Abolish Poverty and End Suffering. We invite you to join with us in supporting the ministry provided by this organization. |
Abolish Poverty-End Suffering
Pennies for Africa Offering
Pennies for Africa Offering
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Join with us the third Sunday of each month, during our morning Worship Service, as we give our Pennies for Africa. This special offering is contributed to the Community of Christ Africa Mission Centers to be utilized by the mission centers, as may be needed. Since this special offering was started in 1997, we have contributed over $20,000 through our to Pennies for Africa offering.
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Pennies for Africa
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Abolish Poverty-End Suffering
Community of Christ Oblation Ministry
Community of Christ Oblation Ministry
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The first Sunday of each month, all undesignated offerings received are forwarded to Community of Christ World Headquarters for Community of Christ Abolish Poverty & End Suffering Ministries. In addition givers can specifically designate their offerings for this purpose at any time.
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Oblation was established to help the church be faithful to its commission to care for the poor and needy (Doctrine and Covenants 42:8). The law and practice of the church since this action of the 1917 Conference (GCR 773) has been to receive funds during all Communion services for the express purpose of the care of the poor and needy.
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Invite People to Christ
Attend Church Online
Attend Church Online
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Attend church online with the
Topeka Community of Christ Congregation Sunday Mornings @ 10:45 AM (Central Time Zone). You can join the Worship Service live stream ten minutes prior to the beginning of the service. 
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On Sunday mornings, go to the Topeka CofChrist Ministry Facebook Group. Join our service live stream by clicking on the link in the Facebook post for the service. If you are not a member of our private Facebook group, please request to join this group through your Facebook account.
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If you miss the "live stream" of our worship service, or if you do not wish to join our private Facebook Group, you can view the service at a later time in the WORSHIP LIVESTREAM section of this website.
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President Veazey on the Return to In-Person Church
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Community of Christ President Steve Veazey reflects on where the Holy Spirit is leading us as a faith community as the COVID-19 global pandemic wanes in some areas around the world. "God is not waiting for a return to normal! God calls us to discern the potential in the unexpected and to do something wonderful with it!" ☮️❤️✝️ He also encourages us to, "have the courage to explore the uncharted landscape of ministry opportunities that the pandemic is revealing."
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Develop Disciples to Serve
Scripture Study Group
Scripture Study Group
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Disciples are called to grow in their knowledge and understanding of the scriptures so that they may ever increase in love for God, neighbor, and self, uphold the dignity and worth of all persons, and faithfully follow the way of Jesus Christ.
We invite you to join with us on Thursday afternoons for scripture study. The Scripture Study Group is meeting in group member's homes.
Please contact Sharon Kester or Jean Smith for information about the Scripture Study Group. |
Develop Disciples to Serve
Herald Magazine
Herald Magazine
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The Herald is the denominational magazine of Community of Christ. Enjoy interesting stories and news about the church, insightful commentaries from leaders and disciples, and inspirational messages from around the world with full-color photographs and art to complete each story. This award-winning publication is produced and distributed bi-monthly in English by the church publishing division, Herald Publishing House. The Topeka congregation participates in the Herald in Every Home Program which provides a subscription for each family who attends our congregation.
For information regarding your Herald subscription please contact Judy Thompson. |
Pastor's Email Newsletter
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Our Pastor communicates with friends and members of the Topeka Community of Christ Congregation about our congregation activities by an email newsletter, usually the first and third Sunday of each month. This newsletter also includes a list of Joys, Concerns and Prayer Requests. If you would like to receive these emails, please send us your contact information by completing the form below. |
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Midlands Mission Center Newsletter - December 2021
An electronic (PDF) copy of the monthly Midlands Mission Center Newsletter which is also printed and distributed through congregation worship bulletins is listed below. 
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HELP WANTED: Church Building Maintenance
We need your help in maintaining our church home. Please see the list below of projects. Please contact Rollie Marolf with your questions regarding these projects. If you choose a project, please let Rollie know so the list can be updated. 
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Cub Pack 110 Facebook Page
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Cub Scout Pack 110
Topeka Community of Christ is pleased to be the chartered partner for Cub Scout Pack 110. Den Meetings are held at the church 5252 SW 19th Street, every Tuesday at 6:30 PM. Pack Meetings are held the last Tuesday of each month at the church at 6:30 PM. For additional information regarding Pack 110, contact Jayhawk Area Council at 785-354-8541. |
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Boy Scout Troop 110
Topeka Community of Christ is pleased to be the chartered partner for Boy Scout Troop 110. Troop Meetings are held at the church 5252 SW 19th Street, every Monday at 6:30 PM. For additional information regarding Troop 110, contact Jayhawk Area Council at 785-354-8541. |
