Join us in pursuing Christ's Mission through these activities.
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Community of Christ President Steve Veazey addresses the process of returning to in-person church as the COVID-19 pandemic wanes in some areas around the world. However, he reminds congregations of the blessings of the Holy Spirit through connections made in online services and urges continuation of those efforts.
"I hope we will embrace equally in-person experiences and digital participation where technology allows. It is important to extend our fellowship by providing fresh and meaningful ways to form Christ-centered communities. Groups that place equal value on in-person and online participation will lead us toward the Holy Spirit’s goal for us.” |
Topeka Community of Christ In-Person Activities
Our church building is again open for limited in-person activities. Strict COVID protocols will apply to all persons participating in these activities. We are limited to the number of participants for our In-Person Worship. Please register if you plan to attend.
Our church building is again open for limited in-person activities. Strict COVID protocols will apply to all persons participating in these activities. We are limited to the number of participants for our In-Person Worship. Please register if you plan to attend.
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We will continue our on-line ministry through the Topeka CofChrist Ministry Facebook group.
On-line Worship Service
Join with the Topeka Community of Christ Congregation Sunday Mornings @ 10:45 AM (Central Time Zone) online to view our Worship Service. You can join the service live stream ten minutes prior to the beginning of the service.
How do I watch in the Topeka CofChrist On-line Worship Service? Go to the Topeka CofChrist Ministry Facebook Group page. You will find a clickable direct link to our Live Stream Service in the posting on this page. Join our service live stream by clicking on the TEAMS link in the Facebook Post for the service. Once there, click on the "WATCH THE WEB INSTEAD" button. Please note that the live stream link changes for each service.
The first time that you log on to TEAMS, you may need to download (FREE) the TEAMS APP from the Apple Store for IOS devices; Google Play Store for Android mobile devices; or Microsoft Store for Windows devices.
If you are not a member of our private Facebook group, please request to join this group through your Facebook account. Please contact Jim Fairchild if you should need assistance connecting with our Topeka CofChrist Ministry Facebook Group.
If you miss the "live stream" of our worship service, you can view the service at a later time in the "ONLINE MINISTRY" section of this website.
Join with the Topeka Community of Christ Congregation Sunday Mornings @ 10:45 AM (Central Time Zone) online to view our Worship Service. You can join the service live stream ten minutes prior to the beginning of the service.
How do I watch in the Topeka CofChrist On-line Worship Service? Go to the Topeka CofChrist Ministry Facebook Group page. You will find a clickable direct link to our Live Stream Service in the posting on this page. Join our service live stream by clicking on the TEAMS link in the Facebook Post for the service. Once there, click on the "WATCH THE WEB INSTEAD" button. Please note that the live stream link changes for each service.
The first time that you log on to TEAMS, you may need to download (FREE) the TEAMS APP from the Apple Store for IOS devices; Google Play Store for Android mobile devices; or Microsoft Store for Windows devices.
If you are not a member of our private Facebook group, please request to join this group through your Facebook account. Please contact Jim Fairchild if you should need assistance connecting with our Topeka CofChrist Ministry Facebook Group.
If you miss the "live stream" of our worship service, you can view the service at a later time in the "ONLINE MINISTRY" section of this website.
Topeka CofChrist Ministry Facebook Group
Pastor's Newsletter
Our Pastor communicates with friends and members of the Topeka Community of Christ Congregation about our activities by a email newsletter, usually the first and third Sunday of each month. If you are not receiving these emails, please send us your contact information by clicking on the email link below. Thank You. pastortopekacofchrist@gmail.com
Our Pastor communicates with friends and members of the Topeka Community of Christ Congregation about our activities by a email newsletter, usually the first and third Sunday of each month. If you are not receiving these emails, please send us your contact information by clicking on the email link below. Thank You. pastortopekacofchrist@gmail.com
Midlands Mission Center Newsletter - July 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.
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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Abolish Poverty-End Suffering: Doorstep Topeka
Doorstep Christmas in July
Hello All, Hope everyone is doing well! We are doing Christmas in July this year, but keeping our focus on a few areas only. Since we gave out all of the blankets and health kits items last December we need to replenish those items.
Blankets – Full/Queen & King We need one for each household (260) If donating quilts, if you could please mark the size on them, we would greatly appreciate it! We’ll gladly take the smaller throws, but they do not count towards the 260 total. We give them out to larger families along with a blanket/quilt.
Health Kits – Bath & hand towels and washcloths. Shampoo, conditioner, bar soap, combs, deodorant, toothbrushes, toothpaste.
Toys – All ages.
All of these items should be available in the summer months. We will focus on new, winter clothing for all ages in November/December. Please see the Doorstep Flyer below for additional information.
Doorstep News & Needs – How You Can Help! July 15, 2021
Doorstep offers many services to help our neighbors in need every day. But, there are two programs in the community that we have really been at the heart of, doing what we can to help.
The first program, Impact Avenues, is a program through the City of Topeka which helps homeless families with at least one school aged child. The families attend a series of classes, and once completed are placed into a home. Doorstep has helped at times with rent assistance, gas vouchers, utility assistance car repairs, food, clothing and more. The piece most people don’t know about is that Doorstep also helps provide household & kitchen items, bedding, towels, lamps, and other items when the family is placed into their new home.
Items we need to best help these families are: (Gently used, not new)
· Queen & Twin comforters and blankets (Impact helps with beds in these sizes)
· Pillows (new preferred)
· Small Household Appliances – toasters, mixers, coffee pots, etc
· Curtains, Silverware, Lamps
The other program is still a new adventure! It is MAP (Mobile Access Partnership), this is truly a community effort. In a partnership between Valeo and Topeka Rescue Mission there will be a food trailer from TRM, health trailer from Stormont Vail, and currently, the Shower & Laundry Trailer is open. The trailer(s) moves to different locations within the city each week to allow people who are homeless or in need of a shower, laundry services or bathrooms the opportunity to use the trailer. Doorstep has been providing clothing for men and women, in a variety of sizes, to the program so people accessing the showers can have a new set of socks and underwear (from TRM), and a fresh set of clothing (from Doorstep) to put on afterwards. We continue to stock our clothing room for clients who need that service, and provide clothing to the MAP shower trailer as well. All of these items come from donations brought to Doorstep by our member congregation members, and the community at-large. Some of our member congregations are host locations for the trailers. Our volunteers and the staff feel very proud to be a part of this wonderful new service that has been created. And, currently, we are the only agency providing the clothing.
Items we currently need to help MAP are: (Gently used)
· Men’s Jeans: Waist Sizes 30, 32, 40 and 42
· Men’s & Women’s Shorts – All Sizes
· Women’s Sun/Summer Slip-on Dresses – Sizes Large, X-Large and XX-Large
Lastly, Doorstep Basic Needs:
· Hygiene Kit Items: Shampoo, Conditioner, Razors, Body Lotion & Hair Brushes
· Baby Wipes
· Food: Vegetable Soup, Egg Noodles, Jelly, Canned Fruit, Ramen Noodles, Pancake Mix & Syrup.
Donations can be brought to 1119 SW 10th Avenue (10th & Buchanan), South Door, Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays from 9am – 2pm.
We will not have the Summer Cash Bash this year as there are no matching funds available. We will, however, be starting our year-long 55th Anniversary celebration to raise funds for a new HVAC system for the building, services and operating expenses.
Also, the 4th Annual Neighbor Helping Neighbor Walk/5K Fun Run will be Sunday, October 3rd at 2pm, Lake Shawnee.
Thank you, Lisa Cain
Doorstep Executive Director
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 DoorstepTopeka. We do this by providing volunteer service, tangible goods and financial support. For additional information regarding how you can assist Doorstep, please contact Ruth May.
Doorstep Christmas in July
Hello All, Hope everyone is doing well! We are doing Christmas in July this year, but keeping our focus on a few areas only. Since we gave out all of the blankets and health kits items last December we need to replenish those items.
Blankets – Full/Queen & King We need one for each household (260) If donating quilts, if you could please mark the size on them, we would greatly appreciate it! We’ll gladly take the smaller throws, but they do not count towards the 260 total. We give them out to larger families along with a blanket/quilt.
Health Kits – Bath & hand towels and washcloths. Shampoo, conditioner, bar soap, combs, deodorant, toothbrushes, toothpaste.
Toys – All ages.
All of these items should be available in the summer months. We will focus on new, winter clothing for all ages in November/December. Please see the Doorstep Flyer below for additional information.
Doorstep News & Needs – How You Can Help! July 15, 2021
Doorstep offers many services to help our neighbors in need every day. But, there are two programs in the community that we have really been at the heart of, doing what we can to help.
The first program, Impact Avenues, is a program through the City of Topeka which helps homeless families with at least one school aged child. The families attend a series of classes, and once completed are placed into a home. Doorstep has helped at times with rent assistance, gas vouchers, utility assistance car repairs, food, clothing and more. The piece most people don’t know about is that Doorstep also helps provide household & kitchen items, bedding, towels, lamps, and other items when the family is placed into their new home.
Items we need to best help these families are: (Gently used, not new)
· Queen & Twin comforters and blankets (Impact helps with beds in these sizes)
· Pillows (new preferred)
· Small Household Appliances – toasters, mixers, coffee pots, etc
· Curtains, Silverware, Lamps
The other program is still a new adventure! It is MAP (Mobile Access Partnership), this is truly a community effort. In a partnership between Valeo and Topeka Rescue Mission there will be a food trailer from TRM, health trailer from Stormont Vail, and currently, the Shower & Laundry Trailer is open. The trailer(s) moves to different locations within the city each week to allow people who are homeless or in need of a shower, laundry services or bathrooms the opportunity to use the trailer. Doorstep has been providing clothing for men and women, in a variety of sizes, to the program so people accessing the showers can have a new set of socks and underwear (from TRM), and a fresh set of clothing (from Doorstep) to put on afterwards. We continue to stock our clothing room for clients who need that service, and provide clothing to the MAP shower trailer as well. All of these items come from donations brought to Doorstep by our member congregation members, and the community at-large. Some of our member congregations are host locations for the trailers. Our volunteers and the staff feel very proud to be a part of this wonderful new service that has been created. And, currently, we are the only agency providing the clothing.
Items we currently need to help MAP are: (Gently used)
· Men’s Jeans: Waist Sizes 30, 32, 40 and 42
· Men’s & Women’s Shorts – All Sizes
· Women’s Sun/Summer Slip-on Dresses – Sizes Large, X-Large and XX-Large
Lastly, Doorstep Basic Needs:
· Hygiene Kit Items: Shampoo, Conditioner, Razors, Body Lotion & Hair Brushes
· Baby Wipes
· Food: Vegetable Soup, Egg Noodles, Jelly, Canned Fruit, Ramen Noodles, Pancake Mix & Syrup.
Donations can be brought to 1119 SW 10th Avenue (10th & Buchanan), South Door, Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays from 9am – 2pm.
We will not have the Summer Cash Bash this year as there are no matching funds available. We will, however, be starting our year-long 55th Anniversary celebration to raise funds for a new HVAC system for the building, services and operating expenses.
Also, the 4th Annual Neighbor Helping Neighbor Walk/5K Fun Run will be Sunday, October 3rd at 2pm, Lake Shawnee.
Thank you, Lisa Cain
Doorstep Executive Director
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 DoorstepTopeka. We do this by providing volunteer service, tangible goods and financial support. For additional information regarding how you can assist Doorstep, please contact Ruth May.
Doorstep Topeka
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Abolish Poverty-End Suffering: Outreach International
We work to AbolishPoverty-EndSuffering 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 also provide 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.
We work to AbolishPoverty-EndSuffering 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 also provide 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.
Outreach International
Abolish Poverty-End Suffering: Pennies for Africa Offering
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 $19,000 through our to Pennies for Africa offering.
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 $19,000 through our to Pennies for Africa offering.
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.
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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Scripture Study Group
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.
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.
Herald Magazine
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.
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.
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 BSA Jayhawk Area Council at 785-354-8541.
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 BSA Jayhawk Area Council at 785-354-8541.
Cub Pack 110 Facebook Page
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 BSA Jayhawk Area Council at 785-354-8541.
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 BSA Jayhawk Area Council at 785-354-8541.
