Greeting TFUMC,

I hope that you had a great Memorial Day weekend, and a great week!

I am writing you from Kearney, Nebraska, the site of 2026 Annual Conference. All three pastors and a number of laity are here for the conference this week. We would appreciate your prayers! 

Coming up Sunday, I will be preaching the second week of our sermon series, "Where The Spirit Moves." Last week we celebrated Pentecost and God's presence through the Holy Spirit. This week, we will read the story of how the Holy Spirit convicts Peter to adapt how he views and treats all of God's creation. I would invite you to read Acts 10 in preparation for worship. How might the Holy Spirit be convicting or adapting something inside of you?

Next week on Tuesday night June 2, there are 3 meetings you are invited to. At 5:30 pm the Facilities Team will meet, then, at 6:00 pm, the Missions Team monthly meeing begins, and right afterwards, there will be a Block Party Work Team meeting at 7:00 pm.  If you have interest in any of those meetings simply show up or see Shawna at the Connection Desk on Sunday and she'll connect you with a member or each group!

As always, if you're traveling, plan to join us through our live stream at 9:30 am or 10:45 am.

If you're wondering if you've signed up to help with greeting & handing out bulletins, please use this link.

See you Sunday,
Pastor Brad

No sign up is required to atted this Phase 2 event on May 31. For more information, contact Tiwana Whitten.

A new Thursday morning book study begins June 11 at 10 am and continues through July 16. Led by Tiwana Whitten, a group of up to 8 will study the book, "A Woman God Can Use." The group will journey with six Old Testament women whose experiences closely reflect the challenges many women  still face today. Author Alice Matthews offers encouragement and guidance for everyday issues and struggles. The study is meant to encourage women to  discover renewed hope and inspiration and to strengthen their own walk with God.

Our gathering place will be announced soon. Books are $8.00. Please email Tiwana if you would like to attend.

The Mission Team at Topeka First UMC invites you to come join them and learn all about the mission programs we are part of! Contact the church office for more information: 785-233-8100.

All are encouraged to help plan this years Downtown Block Party! See Shawna or call the church for more information.

The Hannah Circle of United Women in Faith meets at 1pm on June 3. To join, simply show up or call the office for more information: 785-233-8100.

The Priscilla Circle of United Women in Faith meets at 9:30 am on June 10. To join the group, simply show up or call the office for more information: 785-233-8100.