Greetings Topeka First UMC,

I hope that you had an amazing Christmas, and have a Happy New Year!

Beginning this week in worship, we are starting the new year with a new sermon series entitled, "New Year, New Goals." This past year the Council of Bishops for the United Methodist Church worked through a process to bring about a new mission statement for the church. The new mission statement reads:

With this new mission statement, we will live into 2026 by working with each of the colored statements above. The themes for the next few weeks are:

• January 4: Love Boldly
• January 11: Serve Joyfully
• January 18: Lead Courageously

This Sunday, we will look at what it means to be a disciple of Christ, and think about how God calls us to "Love Boldly." Holy Communion will be served during each service.

See you Sunday,
Pastor Brad

As we begin 2026, take time to Find Your Spot at Church! There are many opportunities to serve your church. Use this one link to sign up to greet or serve communion, or be the liturgist (January 11 - March 29 dates are open). For all other spots, simply reply to this email or sign up at church.