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Statewide leaders in government, Fifth Annual Easter business, education and industry BRINGING BIG CHURCH OPPORTUNITIES TO SMALL COMMUNITIES will be on hand as usual as the pro - Parade and Fun Fest to gram begins at about 6:45 a.m. on Wednesday, March 14th, for the be back at N. Kansas 54th celebration of the annual Avenue, Garfield Park event. As several buffet lines open Multisite Church Planting in Rural North America for serving at 6:00 a.m., the ban - Andy Addis | Christianity Today conversation, he had been giving me store to deal with overflow issues quet hall will be filled with Kansans a hard time about moving back to from our little neighborhood from all walks of life. “Honestly, I think you’re crazy.” rural with several statements begin - church. And now we were consider - That was the conversation stopper ning with, “Why would you…?” ing taking our ministry to other offered by a friend and colleague. We Driving through the redwoods communities, reaching smaller and had gone to seminary together in the area of northern California where more distant parts of our state. Dallas – Fort Worth metro area, Matt had asked me to speak, the con - It was part of a growing passion served on staff at the same church, versation in the car was about an for reaching rural places. and now lived halfway across the idea I was working on back in the I was born in a suburb of Los country from each other in two dif - heartland. Angeles and went to seminary in the ferent worlds. We had grown substantially in the large Bible Belt Buckle City of Fort Food Trucks, entertainment Matt chose a more urban ministry four years I had been back in Kansas. Worth, but my heart is where I was & games will add to the fun setting in northern California, and I We even started a second location raised: in the middle of nowhere. After a larger-than-ever crowd last had returned home to the wheat across town (a full 3.5 minutes away) I love knowing what it means to year, EasterFest 2018 will return to N. fields of Kansas. Even before this in an abandoned Big A auto parts n Please see CHURCH PLANTING page 2 Kansas Avenue and Garfield Park this year on Saturday, March 31, the day This year’s featured speaker will before Easter. be Dan Meers, who goes to work Over three thousand people attend - each day like many other men, ed last year to watch the parade, visit Kansas Has a New Governor dressed in a suit. The only differ - the Fun Fair, listen to live music, visit Governor Jeff Colyer was sworn in ence is that instead of wearing a tie over 70 vendor booths and take part in as the 47th governor of Kansas at 3 with his suit, Dan wears a tail. You the big egg hunt or other activities. p.m. January 31 in the Capitol see, Dan is a professional mascot. Each year, dozens of churches, busi - rotunda in Topeka, accompanied by Dan began his career in 1986 at nesses and non-profit organizations First Lady Ruth Colyer and their the University of Missouri – take part in the parade, and dozens daughters, Serena and Dominique. Columbia. Dressed as the school more set up vendor booths and kids' Governor Colyer attended mass in mascot, Truman Tiger, it didn’t take games as part of the family fun fair. Hays that morning with his class - long for Dan to establish himself as There have been lots of floats with a mates from Thomas More Prep- one of the top college mascots in variety of themes, and all shapes and Marian High School. He then visited the nation. After finishing second sizes of other vehicles, as well as walk - West Side Alternative School, which in 1988, Dan was selected the ing entries such as schools, military is also in Hays. nation’s #1 college mascot at the groups, marching bands and more. Governor Colyer said, “This pub - 1989 National Collegiate Mascot The event is coordinated by C5Alive, a lic school is a unique partnership GateHouse Championships. As graduation Christian leadership offshoot of the with the High Plains Mental Health Kansas approached, Dan began to receive Capital City Christian Chamber of Center that ensures special needs Jeff Colyer was sworn in on January 31st, after Sam Brownback was finally approved by offers to use his talents at the pro - n Please see EASTERFEST page 3 n Please see GOVERNOR page 4 the U.S. Senate as Ambassador-at-large for International Religious Freedom.. n Please see PRAYER BREAKFAST page 4 2 • February 2018 ______MetroVoiceNews.com ______Facebook/MetroVoiceNews ______Topeka Metro Voice teaching series, joint mission work, thousand other pieces instead of CHURCH PLANTING print and video pieces, use of tech - reinventing the wheel again and continued from page 1 nology, and many other things again wherever the church has a dif - Marchers Celebrate Life; sing “amber waves of grain.” I love afforded by a connected network ferent roof? the fact that traffic jams only happen give a multisite church unique Understand this is no argument Praise Brownback’s Record around the co-op during harvest opportunities. for video or multisite models. It’s not Rain, snow and wind didn’t time. I love the reality that rural jun - Video works for farmers. Our first a statement that these are better stop hundreds of pro-life ior high kids singing “dated” songs video-only campus in Sterling, ways. advocates from gathering like Shout to the North turn and face Kansas, is a community of 2,600 I do believe it’s evidence that video January 22, at the Kansas the right direction because they people, at least when and multisite do have relevance in Statehouse to mark the 45th know North. the Presbyterian col - reaching rurality. anniversary of the U.S. God has been more than faithful lege is in session. We Are you thinking about reaching Supreme Court’s Roe v. Wade in the 15 years I’ve been privileged to were unsure if video rural this way? Let me encourage you decision. teaching would work with some final thoughts: The crowd marched from serve in Kansas. In a combination of KFL Executive church plants, re-plants, and revital - in that environment. Don’t fear video. Video is not too the Topeka Performing Arts Director Mary Kay izations, CrossPoint Church has But, as they have hard or expensive anymore. You can Center to the steps of the Culp welcomes Gov. Addis grown from a single church with 127 recently celebrated spend as much as you want, but you Capitol carrying signs reading, Sam Brownback. people in a 40-year-old established their 10th anniversary with atten - don’t have to. Remember, you’re not “Choose Life” and “Stop church to a multisite church network dance reaching just 10% of the com - trying to produce a network televi - Abortion Now.” The Topeka Knights of 17,000 fewer abortions in Kansas with nine campuses, additional loca - munity, I think they’re doing okay. sion special. You just want a high- Columbus led the marchers along the because of what you have done. Keep tions, and around 3,000 in atten - And how do we know we are reach - quality image and audio that will route. doing it. This is important.” dance. ing rurality there? Annually, the reproduce well at another location, Father Mark Lovett of Our “You are winning the hearts and Our model is to bring big church offering plate receives something and that is more than doable. Redeemer Lutheran Church in minds of Americans,” he went on to say. opportunity to small communities other than cash and checks: wheat Relationships matter. The beauty Herington, described abortion as mur - “You have won the hearts and minds of by establishing CrossPoint churches shares from the co-op. of multisite is that you have built-in der. Kansans. Don’t quit! We are so close. that are tied together by vision, mis - Full-time focused pastors. It’s relationships for planters and pas - “This is a march for the protection Lean in, pray like never before, walk and sion, and video teaching. often difficult to find seminary- tors. But, initially, it may be a lonely and the sanctity of life, and it seems to talk like never before. We will win! God The dual concepts of multisite and trained, vibrant preachers who want place. Joining a conversation with me kind of obvious that we want to bless you all!” video teaching often invite a deluge to give their lives in small out-of-the- those in groups like the Rural march in support of not ending the life Mary Kay Culp, Executive Director of arguments ranging from personal way places. But in almost every rural Matters Institute is essential. Better of those who can’t support themselves, of Kansans for Life, praised Brownback’s kingdom building to New Testament community, there are pastoral-heart - ideas, inspiration for longevity, and or who might be there accidentally,” work and talked about a meeting she ecclesiological heresy to we just don’t ed, administratively-minded people the reminder that what you’re doing Lovett said. had with him recently. like it and it makes us feel itchy. who are desperate to see the church isn’t crazy… well, maybe it is, but at Kansans for Life organized the rally. “He looked at me and said, ‘You There is room for debate but, for thrive. least you’re in good company. “A lot of people are in difficult situa - know, it makes all the things I’ve had to the rest of this article, I’ll be setting Using video teaching and hiring Kingdom focus. We decided to give tions and may not think that they have endure as governor worthwhile,’ and those issues aside to present the real - campus pastors whose primary pas - everything away. We have official cam - someone supporting them or that there then he stopped and he looked away and ity for what video-driven, multisite sion isn’t communicating means you puses, but we have also partnered with is no other option,” said Tyler Supalla, a he said, ‘You know, it would have been church planting has meant to us in redeem at least 15+ hours each week congregations who just use our teacher from Saint James Academy in worthwhile for even one of those lives,’” rural Kansas. of sermon prep and delivery and give resources as their own. We have helped Lenexa, who came with about 50 stu - Culp said. Big church in small places. One of it back to your church planter/pastor in revitalization efforts that ended up dents. “People who have an unplanned Also on everyone’s mind was an our early realizations was that even for leading, discipling, and growing a establishing stand-alone churches. We pregnancy — I think it’s good for them upcoming State Supreme Court decision in rural towns there were demo - congregation. You’d be amazed what have watched other churches, denomi - to know that we’re here, giving them an that could change the limits on abor - graphics not being reached. Even the hiring a pastor instead of preacher nations, and networks take our model, option, praying for them, showing that tions. The case challenges a 2015 Kansas smallest of communities had one or can do for productivity. hollow it out, and pour in their content. there are other options, and that we law that banned a common abortion two flavors of three hymns, a turn- Shared resources and one wheel. To all of this, we say, “Hallelujah!” want to support life in any way we can.” procedure called dilation and evacua - and-greet-your-neighbor time, and a Imagine the cost savings of centrally So long as the gospel gets to rural “What’s amazing to me is all of the tion, otherwise known as dismember - highly alliterative sermon. Nothing producing bulletins for numerous America, it’s all good. So, take a risk young people that show up at this event ment. against that model, but in every churches. Consider the implications and step out there. Do something for year after year, and that really tells you “What we fear is going to happen is small town in America some people of centrally distributed children’s the kingdom, and let the church about what Kansans are,” Lt. Gov. Jeff that our Supreme Court is going to have walked away from that experi - curriculum. Dream about lists of growth thing take care of itself. Colyer said. interpret our 1859 state Constitution to ence because they were bored, equipment that are shared instead of I believe the need to reach rural Gov. Sam Brownback said the include a right to abortion broader than offended, or just weren’t inspired. being repurchased. And what is the America is massive. It’s going to take younger generation is the face of this Roe v. Wade and one that wouldn’t even The connectivity of multisite sup - value of energy and time saved in impassioned leaders, a risk-taking movement. “It’s a young movement. It’s let our Legislature ban live dismember - port among a network of churches creating once for every location church culture, and way of thinking built on young legs and you see most of ment or partial-birth abortion,” Culp provides the opportunity to bring things like teaching series, stage that may be new to small churches this crowd here is under the age of 20,” said. “So it really could be devastating to bigger church opportunities to design, web development, central - wanting to make a big difference in he said. us, and if it is, we’re going to have to smaller communities. Themed ized accounting/insurance, and a out-of-the-way places. Attendees at the rally celebrated amend the Constitution.” But is anything too hard for our Brownback’s record on abortion, which Melissa Ohden, who survived an Lord? includes signing 19 pro-life bills. He has attempted abortion, was also a featured By the way, my friend from the car called this the legacy of his tenure as gov - speaker at the event. She said her mother ride earlier now serves as the worship ernor. Kansas has seen 17,000 fewer got pregnant at the age of 19 and was pastor of our broadcast campus in abortions in the first six years of forced to have an abortion that involved Hutchinson, Kansas. Brownback’s tenure than in the previous injecting saline into her uterus. Ohden Now that’s crazy. six years. Because of this accomplish - survived the attempted abortion, and Andy Addis is the lead pastor at ment, Brownback received 17 red roses was later adopted. CrossPoint Church. Cross Point is a multi - at the event. Each rose was presented by “Today, we are here, unfortunately, site network of churches with a dozen loca - a child. to acknowledge such a somber occasion, tions throughout rural Kansas and a con - “Now, I didn’t do this. You did this,” but at the same time we are here to cele - gregation of around 3,000. For more infor - Brownback said. “The legislators did brate the legacy of life that we are all a mation go to www.crosspointnow.net. this…You’ve made a difference. We have part of,” Ohden said.

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Countrywide Realty , Inc. Topeka Metro Voice ______MetroVoiceNews.com ______Facebook/MetroVoiceNews ______February 2018 • 3 Adoption, foster care could be more common in churches C5Alive Matchmaker Luncheon The Bible has a lot to say about car - ing for orphans. Protestant churches in to feature speed networking the United States may need to listen a little more. The monthly C5Alive "POWER In addition to monthly “POWER” Almost half of Protestant churchgo - Luncheon" will be held February 8, luncheons held on the second ers say their congregation has not been 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at Fairlawn Thursday of each month, C5 also involved with any adoption or foster Plaza Mall, and will feature a dou - hosts periodic business fairs and other care in the past year, according to a ble round of speed networking. events, including the annual Topeka study released by LifeWay Research. The cost to attend the luncheon Easter Parade and Family Fun Fest, is $10 for C5Alive held on N. Kansas Domestic adoptions members and first- Avenue and in Garfield becoming commonplace time guests who Park on the day before RSVP, and $12 at the Easter. Since the early 2000s, many door. Non-members The luncheons are Protestant churches have commemo - and other guests pay held in different loca - rated "Orphan Sunday" every $15. C5 luncheons are tions around the Capital November to draw attention to the open to the public and City each month. plight of orphans around the world. everyone is welcome to C5 members may also In the past, they've often focused on attend, organizers said. sponsor luncheons and other international adoption and orphan - RSVPs and inquiries can be sent to events as a way to promote their ages. But in recent years, foster care -- [email protected]. organizations. For more information both in the United States and abroad - C5Alive is an organization founded about C5, go to C5Alive.org, face - - has become a focus as well. in 2009, dedicated to developing and book.com/C5Alive, or call 785-640- LifeWay Research's survey of 1,010 uniting Christian Leadership in the 6399. churchgoers -- those who attend a community, involving businesses, Next month’s luncheon will be held Protestant or nondenominational non-profits and churches. March 8, 11:30-1. church at least once a month -- found are adopting. 25 percent say someone from their ■ church has been involved in foster care Church leaders And just six percent say church over the past year with non-denomina - Sadly, church leaders in general leaders provided training for foster parents. GCC to host Tim Tebow Night to Shine tional churches taking the lead. don't talk much about adoption, Grace Community Church in Friday, February 9th at Grace according to LifeWay Research's sur - Overall, about half (45 percent) of Seventeen percent say someone Topeka is hosting the Tim Tebow Community Church, 4300 SW vey. churchgoers say their church has had from their church has adopted a child Foundation event “Night to Burlingame Rd. ■ Fourteen percent of churchgoers no involvement with or conversation from the U.S. in the past year. Fifteen Shine,” a prom for people 14 years There is a need for volunteers percent say someone from their church say church leaders have encouraged about foster care and adoption. old and up with special needs. also. For more information con - has adopted a child from another families to consider adoption. Leaders at smaller congregations are Guests will have an unforgettable tact Jennifer Eschmann by email - country. ■ Twelve percent say church leaders less likely to encourage families to Churchgoers from nondenomina - encouraged them to become involved consider adoption (8 percent) or fos - night and be given the royal treat - ing [email protected] or tional churches are also most likely to in foster care. ter care (8 percent), to raise funds for ment. calling 785-580-3976. know someone at church who had Its even worse news when it comes adoptive families (5 percent) or to The event is to be held on adopted a child from the United States to church leaders offering practical provide training for foster parents (2 percent). (25 percent). Baptists (15 percent), assistance. Bath Innovations Lutherans (12 percent) and ■ Only eight percent say church Leaders at larger congregations are Bath Innovations Pentecostals (10 percent) are less likely. leaders raised funds for families that more likely to encourage families to - consider adoption (23 percent) or WALK -IN BA THTUBS foster care (20 percent) and to raise &REMODELING funds for adoptive families (15 per - CCAALLL L TOODDA A YY cent) or provide training for foster for a parents (13 percent) than smaller for aFRFEE REE congregations. “n“no o hhiigghh prreessssuurer”e” Adoption and foster care are most estimate. commonly mentioned among non - estimate. denominational churchgoers. 991133--9912--1177550 0 Twenty-nine percent say their church's leaders encourage families to adopt. Twenty-six percent say their church's leaders encouraged families to provide foster care. Fourteen per - cent say church leaders raised money WIBW Photo for adoptive families. Twelve percent bands, etc., in the parade, as well as set up provided training for foster parents. activity booths at the fun fair. The number of adoptions in the EASTERFEST U.S. has declined slightly in recent continued from page 1 The Family Fun Fair will consist of activities geared toward children and years, according to National Council Commerce (C5). families, as well as health & wellness ven - on Adoption, from 133,737 in 2007 to “We’ve had a great response and new dor booths, vendor exhibits, and more. 110,373 in 2014 while the need for entries each year,” said Drew Walker, Live performers will be on hand all day, adoption continues to skyrocket. Parade & Entertainment Coordinator. "I such as jazz bands, dance troupes, praise According to a 2015 report from expect it to just keep growing every year." bands, solo artists, street entertainers and the Adoption and Foster Care The Easter Parade will be on North more. Analysis and Reporting System, Kansas Avenue, beginning at 10 a.m. at Bounce houses, facepainting, pony 427,910 children were in foster care, the railroad tracks in the NOTO Arts rides and food trucks are always among with 111,820 waiting for adoption. District and proceeding to Garfield Park. the most popular attractions, as well as "There may be no greater expres - This will be followed by the Big Egg Hunt lazer tag, archery and bubble soccer. sion of the Christian faith than in the Garfield Park playground area. Sponsors are needed for the Vendor extending hope and love to children From 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., vendor booths, Market, Entertainment Stage and Health whose birth families are not able to food trucks and kid's activities will be Fair. Volunteers are also needed to help able to care for them," says Scott happening all over Garfield Park, in the with the entire event. McConnell, executive director of shelterhouse and in the gym. This year, For more information, email Lifeway Research. even more churches, non-profit organi - [email protected] or call 640-6399. More churches need to get the zations, schools and local businesses are memo. expected to enter floats and marching 4 • February 2018 ______MetroVoiceNews.com ______Facebook/MetroVoiceNews ______Topeka Metro Voice He served two years in the Kansas Topeka North Outreach seeking partners for 2018 GOVERNOR House and another two years in the continued from page 1 state Senate before being elected on Topeka North Outreach, Inc. is current - trip, and a Happy Birthday Jesus Birthday Brownback's ticket in 2010. ly looking for partners and raising funds Party. kids have the same opportunities for He’s been waiting to assume the role for its 2018 ministry services, according to “We would like to give special thanks success as any other Kansan.” as governor for six months, ever since Theresa Gartner, who has been with TNO to our partners for helping make this TMP Chaplain Father Earl Befort, President Donald Trump nominated for many years. happen,” Gartner said. “That includes who has been with the school for 48 Gov. Sam Brownback to be “Our youth ministry needs partners to Topeka Active 20-30 Club, Project years, said he recalls Colyer as a good Ambassador-at-large for International help us shine the light of Jesus into this Topeka, Northland Christian Church, student academically who was outgo - Religious Freedom in July. The U.S. dark & hurting world, and help us feed AIM5, Frito Lay, TNO Member ing and friendly. Senate finally confirmed Brownback in their mind, body & spirit,” Gartner said. Churches, The Gideons, and to each and “He was very much a classmate and late January. “We are reaching out with the love of God every one of our 300 Volunteers from friend, and someone you could really Colyer is a pro-lifer who recently to help alleviate childhood hunger in over 50 different churches, organizations count on to do the right thing,” Befort expressed dismay that the U.S. Topeka. • VBS CLUB, held daily, nourished chil - or groups.” said. TNO outreaches over the past year dren with the Word of God and the Love of TNO is inviting any person or group to Colyer was one student included: God through our Summer program held come alongside and help with the various who showed promise to do The Colyer family • OPERATION BACKPACK distributed at Garfield Community Center. ministries and activities. great things, Befort said. 22,000 Weekend Food Sacks to hungry • Bible stories, crafts, music, service proj - “We would be happy to give more infor - “I think you always see children in the community – 242,000 food ects, homework help, after school snacks, mation about what we do and how people in certain students that items. an evening meal on Friday. can help,” Gartner said. ”Call us to schedule they’re going to do well, • Weekend Food Sacks were shared with • HYGIENE MINISTRY distributed a presentation with your group or church.” they’re going to have a 550 children EVERY WEEK of the school close to 200 hygiene kits to area children For more information about TNO, or to good profession and be year at 11 area schools. and ala carte to all area schools. send a donation, please contact: good people. He was one • 200 children received food sacks every • BOOKBAGS & SCHOOL SUPPLY Topeka North Outreach, Inc. Youth of those,” he said. week of the summer at 3 locations in the GIVEAWAY blessed over 400 children. Committee Befort said those are North Topeka & Oakland area. • TNO Youth Ministry was instrumental 210 NW Menninger Rd., Topeka, KS characteristics he’s seen grow in Congress had not passed the Pain- • Hungry children in East Topeka also in expanding The Bridge’s Lunch Buddies 66617 Colyer, citing his volunteer work. Capable Unborn Child Protection Act, received Operation Backpack when program into the Seaman school district. Phone: 785-286-1370 “If anything, it’s become more which would ban abortions after 20 attending the Forest Park Summer Camp, • Also included: a community Email: [email protected] prominent in his life, the importance weeks – at which time it has been & the Kingdom Life Church. Thanksgiving Dinner, Christmas Field Website: www.topekanorthoutreach.org of honesty and integrity. Those types shown the unborn baby can feel pain. of things were important then, and I Listing the seven countries in the the world enter - March each year, and is patterned think they still are,” Befort said. world that allow abortions after 20 PRAYER BREAKFAST taining thousands of after the National Prayer When asked about his inauguration, weeks (China, North Korea, Vietnam, continued from page 1 people both in and out of Breakfast, which began in 1953 in Governor Colyer said, “Throughout Singapore, Canada, Netherlands, costume. Dan is in high Washington, D.C., under the my life I've been blessed with the United States), he noted “We should fessional level. demand not only as a mascot leadership of Kansas Senator opportunity to serve in a variety of not be a part of this list. I call on the Aft er graduating with hon - but also as a humorous Frank Carlson and President ways including as a doctor, humanitar - US Senate to pass the Pain Capable Unborn Child Protection Act.” ors, Dan decided to trade in and motivational speaker Dwight Eisenhower. The Kansas ian and lieutenant governor. I’m excit - ed to begin serving Kansans in an even He has promised a new tone for his tiger stripes for bird feath - to audiences of all ages. version began in 1962 with the ers and began his professional greater way today as the governor of Kansas. His enthusiasm, optimism aid and encouragement of this beautiful state.” "I will set a tone and insist on an career as Fredbird, the mascot and love for life are conta - Governor John Anderson. for the St. Louis Cardinals Colyer, 57, is a fifth generation Kansan environment of openness, honesty and gious and makes Dan an Carlson was the first keynote from Hays who is dedicated to making a respect and without harassment, espe - baseball team. Although inspiration to all those speaker. many thought Dan’s “bird difference in people’s lives on the person - cially in this building," Colyer said. he meets. Tickets for the breakfast are al, state, national and international level. "When others blame and complain, I legs” were a perfect match for In addition to $18.00 per person or $180.00 for a Over the last 25 years, Dr. Colyer has vol - will be busy working for you and find - his costume in St. Louis, Dan Meers, the audi - reserved table of ten. For reserva - unteered, as a surgeon, in dangerous war ing solutions." stayed only a short time. He ence will hear tions call 785-380-2901 or email zones such as Afghanistan, Iraq, the Colyer holds a bachelor’s degree in was offered a job in profes - from a wide array [email protected]. Balkans, Libya, and Africa. He was an economics from Georgetown sional football and of Kansas leaders, More information can be found International Medical Corps volunteer University, a master’s degree in inter - decided to as always. Festivities at www.kansasprayerbreakfast.net. and the only surgeon in southern national relations from Cambridge exchange his bird will wrap up by 8 Rwanda during the genocide that killed University, and a medical doctorate suit to become a wolf. a.m., just in time for 800,000 people. from the University of Kansas, Today Dan is widely known as most folks to get to Colyer also served as a White House School of Medicine. KC Wolf, the official mascot of the work on time. Fellow under President Ronald Reagan Colyer and his wife, Ruth, have Kansas City Chiefs. He travels The Kansas Prayer TRM Asks Kansas and President George H.W. Bush in three daughters, Alexandra, Serena throughout the United States and Breakfast is held in to Declare War On international affairs. and Dominique. Human Trafficking February 1, 2018 marks the 70th anniversary of National Freedom Day – a day set aside to commem - orate that our nation outlawed slavery. However, in reality slavery does still exist and is thriving right here on our soil. In light of this truth, Topeka Rescue Mission Ministries launched a new initiative, Freedom Now USA, to assist states in eradi - cating human trafficking, which is modern-day slavery. TRM has authored a proclamation, which Governor Brownback signed January 26th, declaring Kansas will once more take action to stand against slavery. It was then sent to the House and Senate for approval. Barry Feaker, Executive Director of TRM MInistries, will be in charge of making sure that Kansas will once again lead the charge in standing against slavery and seeking freedom for all. Topeka Metro Voice ______MetroVoiceNews.com ______Facebook/MetroVoiceNews ______February 2018 • 5 Dear Jeffery, to agree to settle for $2,500. Remember Your attorney doesn’t sound very bright. to get this agreement in writing before A bankruptcy stays on your record for you send them a dime, and do not give years. It’s just plain stupid to consider them access to your bank account. trashing your financial life over $5,000. Chances are they’ll threaten to sue This collector bought the loan for and all that stuff, but my guess is you can pennies on the dollar. It’s an old debt, work out something on an old loan like Stay Intense! DAVE and that means there are very low expec - this. It may take a couple of weeks and a Dear Dave, than before. Then, once you’re out of tations for collection. At the same time, little patience, but that’s a small price to I just accepted a new job that will pay me debt, you can celebrate that with some - RAMSEY Financial author, your wife did co-sign for the loan. pay if it saves you $2,500. $30,000 a year more than my old posi - thing a lot nicer. radio host, television If you have the money, and you can tion. I’ve got about $55,000 in debt I’ve Congratulations, Mitch! pay it off without hurting yourselves Sorry, but you guys will have to pay been working hard to pay off, and I —Dave personality, and motivational speaker financially, do it. That’s the right thing, something to make this go away. And I know now I need to adjust my budget. both morally and legally. If you don’t hope it teaches you both a valuable les - Do you have any advice? No electronic access! have that kind of cash on hand, try hag - son — never co-sign on a loan! Mitch dave says gling with them. See if you can get them —Dave Dear Dave, Dear Mitch, You say to never give collectors access to But there are much safer ways to handle The first thing I’d say is don’t go crazy on your checking account. Does that situations with debt collectors. You can any big-ticket items while you’re paying include debit cards, too? send a money order overnight, or wire off debt. Keep it simple, and go out to Sue the cash to them. You can also send a celebrate with a nice dinner after you get cashier’s check. Some folks have even your first paycheck. Remember, the Dear Sue, used pre-paid debit cards that aren’t more you put toward debt, the faster it Yes, it does! Collectors are looking to get attached to any of their accounts. goes away. as much as they can on a bad, late debt. The pre-paid debit card isn’t my For the time being, I want you to I’ve seen numerous situations where col - favorite way to handle these things, but remain passionate about getting out of lectors have taken more than the agreed- it’s a lot better than giving a dishonest debt. Your thought process needs to be, upon amount from someone’s account collector the opportunity to really mess “Wow, I got a new job making more once they gained access. To be fair, the you up! money. I can get out of debt even quick - collection business does have a few good —Dave er!” people in it. But it also has those who will Again, I’m okay with you adjusting a lie and make threats. bit that first month and having a little If you’re doing something like sched - The past can haunt you fun to celebrate your good fortune. But uling utility payments to come through Dear Dave, after that, I want you to turn around and your debit card or out of your personal My wife co-signed on a loan for an old attack that debt with even more intensity checking account, that’s perfectly fine. boyfriend five or six years ago. Now, a collection agency is after her for the remaining $5,000. We make about Significant EITC Tax Benefits Are Available $90,000 a year combined, and our attor - ney recommended we file Chapter 7 summary of the results and keep the By Peggy Beasterfeld bankruptcy. The idea of filing bankrupt - summary with his or her tax records. Owner, Peggy’s Tax and Accounting Service cy scares me. Is there a better way to han - The IRS reminds taxpayers to be sure dle this? they have valid Social Security numbers The Internal Jeffery Revenue Service for themselves, their spouse, if filing a and its partners joint return, and for each qualifying across the coun - child. 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I to charge that deep state operatives have don’t condone bad language. I don’t con - ASSISTANT EDITORS been working within the Department of done adultery.” Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Bureau of Even though the president of the Billy Nick Hartman Investigation (FBI) in a scheme to usurp Graham Evangelistic Association (BGEA) Dwight Widaman the current administration, Graham aired does not agree with many of the things out his own concerns during the Starnes Trump has said and done in the past, he Committee (RNC) Chair Michael Steele comments came to light before the presi - ADVERTISING CONSULTANTS interview about an internal job assisted by still backs the president as he strives to the mainstream media to depose the pres - did not hold back his own attack on evan - dential election. implement an agenda that is grounded in ident – without giving names. gelicals for supporting Trump through all “Yes, evangelicals, conservatives – they biblical principles, such as his stances on Lee Hartman "They are not going to use bullets,” the of the anti-Trump “fake news” aired by gave him a mulligan,” Perkins admitted to homosexuality and abortion. 785-640-6399; [email protected] evangelical leader asserted. “They are using leftist media outlets from coast to coast. CNN. “They let him have a do-over. They “He’s not perfect, but he’s our presi - the media to plant thoughts in people's “I have a very simple admonition at this said we’ll start afresh with you and we’ll dent,” Graham added. “He said he didn’t minds that he's incompetent, that he's point,” Steele told MSNBC’s Hardball, give you a second chance.” do it. I have to take his word over that of Darcy Childs 785-249-6203 according to a report from the Huffington However, two of the nation’s influential [email protected] dangerous, that you can't trust him with the media that is trying to lynch him.” nuclear weapons, that he is mentally Post. “Just shut the hell up and don’t ever evangelical leaders were quick to stress that Agreeing with Perkins, Graham insisted unstable." preach to me about anything ever again. I Trump’s lewd behavior did not take place that he would be the first to condemn the NEWS & FEATURES Trump defenders attacked don’t want to hear it. After telling me how while in office, but years before he ran for president if he engaged in immoral behav - Jessica Hosman, Carolyn Cogswell, John And those who back Trump are suffer - to live my life, who to love, what to believe, the presidency. ior while serving in the White House, and Potter, Rob Mooney, Phil Boatwright, Marie ing the consequences and being attacked what not to believe, what to do and what “Both Graham and Perkins pointed out then urged Americans to pray for God’s Asner, Kharissa Forte, Alan Goforth, Leilani themselves. not to do, and now you sit back and the that Trump’s alleged sinful transgressions protection of Trump from Satan’s attacks. Haywood, Dwight Widaman, Lee Hartman “Graham and other Christian leaders prostitutes don’t matter? The grabbing the occurred long before he took the oath of "We need to pray for those that sur - have been targeted in recent days by the you-know-what doesn’t matter? The out - office,” Fox’s Todd Starnes informed. “On round the president that God will protect LAYOUT & DESIGN mainstream media for their unwavering right behavior and lies don’t matter? Just the other hand, Bill Clinton’s admitted them and keep them safe," the president of shut up.” indiscretions not only happened during Joe Boothe, Lee Hartman, Dwight Widaman support of the president,” Fox News Samaritan’s Purse insisted. "I believe that reported. “Many have been accused of Family Research Council (FRC) his presidential term – they literally hap - he's the president of this nation because hypocrisy for backing a man who is President Tony Perkins was targeted by the pened in the Oval Office.” God allowed it, and I think on election Metro Voice is published monthly and serves accused of cheating on his wife and using mainstream media after he conceded that Graham specifically addressed his own night, God intervened. 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We also need to correct conflict - have a public vote to release this memo to mysterious way on election night to turn published by Lifezette.com. “And I suspect agents attempted to prevent Trump from ing information." the American people so that everyone can the tables.” there will be multiple inquiries.” becoming president.” Gaetz proceeded to call the House see what was really going on at the FBI." Evidence of a coup More and more evidence is revealing Gaetz shared with MacCallum about Intelligence Committee to make public a The conservative from Florida said con - Substantiating Graham’s fears, Rep. that a conspiracy against Trump is any - how the Justice Department had in their four-page memo penned by Rep. Devin tentions that Trump would try to keep the Matt Gaetz (R-Fla.) argued that “elements thing but speculation. possession incriminating text messages, Numes (R-Calif.), who chairs the panel. memo hidden are “categorically false.” [of a] palace coup meant to disrupt” “The FBI admitted last week that it had but that the FBI insisted that it did not have The document highlights the Obama "I have every confidence [Trump] Trump on the campaign trail and in the ‘failed to preserve’ text messages from two them. administration’s abuses of targeting would allow it to enter the public square,” White House were exhibited in FBI offi - anti-Trump FBI employees during a five- "So, we've got conflicting information,” Trump during his presidential campaign Gaetz concluded. “Because when you pair cials’ actions and behavior. month period,” Lifezette.com’s Kathryn the conservative congressman asserted. in 2016. memo – which I have read – with the pur - “These are the elements of a palace coup Blackhurst reported. “Rep. John Ratcliffe “Are the texts truly lost or does the inspec - "Democrats have actually boycotted a ported missing five months of text mes - that was underway to disrupt President (R-Texas) told Fox News on Monday that tor general have them? That's what review of this memo," Gaetz pointed out. "I sages, the overlay of the timeline is very Trump, both before and after his election,” new text messages between Peter Strzok Congress needs to find out immediately. think it would be good for every member interesting and tells quite a story." Gaetz shared on Fox News’ The Story with and Lisa Page showed Strzok implying that Conflicting information demands of Congress to read it and then for us to 8 • February 2018 ______MetroVoiceNews.com ______Facebook/MetroVoiceNews ______Topeka Metro Voice

Church retreats have rich history, important place

Church retreats are a tradition work out the details of a lease for pressing needs. You are away from that goes back to the origins of some camp buildings. The process it all. camping itself and the “Brush took almost nine months, mostly Retreats work for all ages and Arbor” movement early in the pre - because of the delays in dealing for a variety of purposes. Adult vious century. But why exactly are with each message and proposal as retreats, especially women’s church retreats so effective? It is they worked themselves between retreats, are great for building rela - the lack of distractions. Retreats two principals and their attorneys. tionships and focusing on spiritual are so productive because a retreat A message to the principal could needs. That is why they are so provides the opportunity for a wait for hours or days depending effective for groups like Alpha. concentrated time focused on spir - on the work load of the principal. Youth groups also benefit especial - itual objectives and relationships After consideration, the message ly because of the opportunities for in a setting removed from the dis - would then be passed to their leaders to build relationships with tractions of everyday life. attorney, who was dealing with it students during the course of a Let me give an example. Not along with his other clients. A weekend, which is simply not pos - long ago ,I was involved in what response would eventually filter sible two hours at a time with a turned into a protracted process to back through the same process in week in between. Church retreats are a great way to accomplish many of the objec - tives of church ministries through reverse, get passed back to us and the cooking, serving and clearing a period of time away focused on on to our attorney. It took months. tables, taking care of the dishes relationships and spiritual devel - By comparison, a good friend and child care in some cases. It is opment, without the daily distrac - of mine’s father was a partner in a almost like going out to eat five tions of our busy lives. major development and construc - times in one weekend with a group tion company, which was involved of friends. There is ample oppor - Kirk Potter is Retreat Center in building and sometimes owning tunity to sit around the tables and Director at The Firs Camps and downtown sky scrapers and shop - have a nice chat. There are no Retreats, Bellingham, Washington ping malls. When negotiations commenced for a project, they all met in a neutral setting for several days of face-to-face negotiations with all the parties and lawyers at the table. In a matter of days, they processed complexities light-years more advanced than my lease proj - ect. The difference; no distrac - tions, no interruptions, no other clients, no other competing priori - ties, and no family responsibilities during that time period. As well, the productivity resulting from the trust relationships built in these face-to-face settings was not possi - ble at the end of e-mail, telephone calls, and brief meetings. Retreats are similar. A weekend retreat is worth months of Sundays and mid-week meetings because of the lack of gaps and distractions. Add to this the rela - tionships built as you share the retreat experience with others over a concentrated time, and the effec - Infant Adoption Program tiveness of the retreat is even more Fro m Heart to Ho me pronounced. The concept of a retreat is not An adoption agency you can trust. unlike that of a vacation. You set Fo r o ver 120 yea rs, a do pti on has been a c ore aside all the distractions of every - service throughout KCSL’s history. Let us help day life for a time away dedicated fulfill your dream of having a child. to a particular purpose, which often includes developing and deepening relationships with fami - facebook.com/ l ly and others. Add to this the ind us on pleasures of someone else doing metro voice news 877-581-5437 www.kcsl.org acebook Topeka Metro Voice ______MetroVoiceNews.com ______Facebook/MetroVoiceNews ______February 2018 • 9 Planning for success month-by-month guide

In any endeavor, failure to plan is planning to fail. This is espe - cially true when it comes to a group retreat. The timeline for retreat promotion and registra - tion may be several months. Below is a sample timeline: Two months: On a Sunday ference in their decision to come. Four months: Church establishes morning or in Sunday school One month: The registration a “coordinator.” The coordinator class, have past attendees share leader may organize a “Retreat will want to ask for volunteers to their personal testimonies con - Sunday” with someone to take be responsible for the areas of cerning retreat experience from registrations. The leader may also finances, registration, promotion, previous year. This will increase organize a pancake breakfast or a program, site selection, food, etc. interest and increase the possibili - baked potato luncheon on that There is truth to the sentence: ty of donations of scholarship day to provide awareness for oth - Many hands make light work. money. Pictures are worth a mil - ers to pray for the students who Leaders need to remember when lion words. The promotion leader are to attend camp. asking people to serve that the may ask past attendees to email One Week After: Ask the partic - benefit to serving is the personal publish dates early so people can interested to ask questions. A pictures of the previous retreat or pants to share about their retreat relationships that develop within schedule their schedule around coordinator needs to be sure that camp to the coordinator to organ - experience with others. Fellow the church. the retreat. The coordinator financial guidelines are clear and ize a power point slide presenta - members will be much more will - Three months: Retreat center needs to host a meeting with par - offer incentives to register early. tion for viewing before, during or ing the following year to support websites often have a promotional ticipants to provide financial Leaders need to promote retreats after the service. The coordinator you in your efforts when seeing kit on line for their groups to use deadlines and early bird dis - on social media such as facebook needs to make a special effort to how the retreat has revitalized for newsletter articles and bulletin counts, schedule, travel details, and twitter. and through church personally invite students or attendees! inserts. Coordinator needs to etc. and provide time for those literature. adults. This can make all the dif - How to make a retreat personally effective

1. Choose a quiet place that with a familiar psalm or gospel walk or hike. Do not do anything offers comfort and the minimum portion, or choose to read through that distracts you like checking of distractions but that makes it a book of the bible. your texts or surfing the internet. easy to break up your retreat time 5. Keep a journal. What are you 8. Use your retreat to create tan - into short sessions with fun inter - grateful for? What was your gible goals for the next few ludes between. biggest struggle? Where have you months. Set goals for your spiritu - 2. Schedule yourself loosely. If paid attention to God in your life al life, personal well being, rela - we bring the same busy schedule this week? Use this material as tionships, ministry, gardening and we are addicted to at home into foundations for your retreat relaxation. our experience we will get very lit - process. You will find this is a tle out of it. Retreats are like wonderful way to explore the Sabbath, meant to renew our con - threads God is weaving in your nection to God and revitalize our life. relationships to each other. 6. Break up your retreat time To update your information 3. Retreat with a friend or into “sittings” (or sessions). included in Metro Vocie, spouse. God speaks not just Normally these should not be for through scripture but also through more than an hour; stop while email [email protected] those around us. Others can help you’re still enjoying it. Consider us evaluate the effectiveness of our these sessions “prayer periods”— contemplative practices and their times of more formal interaction role in stirring our imagination. with God. 4. Spend time in prayer and 7. Between sessions, enjoy doing scripture reading. This can take something that doesn’t require “Come with many forms. You may like to start concentration such as taking a me by your - Ever y child deser ves a lo ving , c aring home . A family the y c an c all their o wn. A plac e wher e the y b elong . With p eople who will b e ther e f or them alw ays. selves to a

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At the time, opportunity to min - off medicines that help them function, Heritage identified a familiar problem for ter than the conservative icon Reagan in ister to many unshel - self-medicate, fight an addiction, and are why the administration’s policies were the first year of his presidency. tered homeless peo - ill with a cold or the flu. Struggling against wanting. In almost every federal The Times reports: The Trump admin - appointment of individuals who are not ple in 2018. The low these temperatures, with these extra hur - agency, Heritage said in November 1981, committed to the President’s goals and istration has pursued policies that have temperatures have dles, can mean the difference between life “delayed appointments, unqualified or policies” had delayed or thwarted policy hewed remarkably close to the recommen - been -35 degrees and death for our unsheltered homeless misqualified appointments, or the changes.” dations of a leading conservative think with wind chill. neighbors. tank, the Heritage Foundation, which People who don’t have a warm home and Recently, while helping with the found in a new review that nearly two- regular hot meals have really been strug - Annual Point-in-Time count, we found thirds of its ideas had been carried out or TUMI to Hold Commencement Ceremony gling to survive outdoors. Unfortunately, more unsheltered homeless people in that embraced by the White House over the we’ve already seen people with frostbite one day than our team had ever located past year. The Urban Ministry Institute Development. Currently, under the and permanent physical damage from the before. Every one of them was offered The results, Heritage found in its review, (TUMI) of Topeka will hold a com - World Impact Topeka umbrella, TUMI below zero temperatures. resources and invited in to the Mission for exceeded even the first year of Ronald I always enjoy being outside, regard - a hot meal and a warm, safe bed. Reagan’s presidency, whose tenure has long mencement ceremony for 2018 gradu - classes are held in the community, as less the weather. My wife believes that The theme verse for Street Reach is been the conservative gold standard. ates this month. well as courses and services in the coun - I’m part polar bear since I’m always too Philippians 4:13, “I can do all things Heritage began developing in 2016 a list TUMI Faculty, Staff, Alumni and ty jail and Topeka Correctional Facility. of 334 policy prescriptions that a new Students will be on hand to help cele - They have also hosted the Evangel warm. I don’t know about you, but I through Christ who strengthens me.” Our Republican administration could adopt. It brate and recognize Daryl Hartter, from School of Urban Church Planting, enjoy the snow – it makes everything so team takes that verse to heart. More than included a variety of actions, like reimpos - Wannamaker Woods Church of the which resulted in two new churches. quiet and peaceful. It also takes some that, we regularly encourage folks we are ing work requirements for welfare recipi - Nazarene, and Scott Smith, from Yearly leadership retreats and quarterly, specialized gear and thoughtful prepa - outreaching, over a hot cup of coffee, with ents, ending the program that shields Northland Christian Church. free, continuing education workshops ration to be comfortable outside in cold that verse. Please pray for our unsheltered young immigrants brought here illegally as The event will be held on Saturday, also help resource urban churches. weather. However, what unsheltered homeless, hungry and discouraged neigh - children, withdrawing from the Paris cli - February 10, at 4:30 p.m., at TUMI credits are accepted by several homeless people are up against this bors. mate accord and eliminating certain gen - Wannamaker Woods Church of the schools who offer distance education, winter is far different from an afternoon Mark DeGroff der identity protections. Nazarene, 3501 SW Wanamaker Rd. A such as Tabor College in Wichita, City enjoying the snow. Topeka Rescue Mission Ministries Heritage said that 64 percent of those reception will follow the ceremony. Vision University and Fuller items were enacted by the administration TUMI-Topeka began as a single Theological Seminary. either through executive order or another TUMI Satellite serving the urban com - For more information contact Mary means of enforcement, or included in Mr. munity. Topeka Rescue Mission & TRM Flin at 785-431-6000 or maryflin@hot - Lifeline announces big changes Trump’s budget, which has not been voted Ministries soon began its own satellite, mail.com, or visit worldimpactmid - The Lifeline Kansas team has announced on by Congress. the Center for Biblical Leadership west.org or TUMITopeka on Facebook. some big news about how God is working. In the Fall of 2017 Lifeline was approached and asked by the Caring Pregnancy Options board to pray about taking on their ministry in Topeka. That has now happened and Lifeline has taken on the ministry CPO had carried on for over twenty years in the community. Lifeline began as a birth parent ministry in 1981 and is still a birth parent ministry today. Lifeline is in the process of moving the entire ministry operation to the former CPO location at 2041 SW McAlister Ave. Lifeline needs coaches and hosts to be Many families are familiar with this loca - part of our ministry and be willing to do tion being a place they can receive help discipleship with women and families it and support and it will be a more central serves. They need people to partner with location for Lifeline’s ministries. them so they can serve the greater Topeka Some questions may arise upon hear - area more fully and show the hope of the Gospel to more families. They also are Lifeline staff seeking prayer partners to lift up the min - istry every single day. 4. Does Lifeline take donations? Yes! They have a need for new or gently used baby items and clothing, new packs of diapers and wipes, formula, women's maternity clothing, and women's work wear. These are items families need the most. ing about these changes: Harbor Families Needs You 1. Are families still able to receive services? In 2017 Lifeline launched Harbor Families will still be served by Lifeline. It Families, a coaching and hosting ministry is open to families and walk-ins who may designed to do life with families in crisis. need support, parenting skills, resources, Help is needed in ministering to these pregnancy tests, and more. families. To register for training or answers 2. If Lifeline is an adoption agency, will to questions contact Jessa Swearingen at Lifeline only be able to serve families who [email protected] or 785- choose to make an adoption plan? 783-4577. Absolutely not. Lifeline is set up to serve Share the Story Dinner and walk with families no matter what sit - Lifeline will hold its annual storytelling uation they find themselves in. They serve event April 5, 2018, at 6:00 p.m. at families who are seeking to overcome a Fellowship Bible Church. The Share the crisis, families wishing to gain better par - Story dinner highlights what God has done enting skills, families who need to know in the lives of children and families with what resources are available to them, fam - Lifeline and is open to anyone. Tickets are ilies wishing to make an adoption plan, $10 and can be purchased at https://life - and more. Areas of focus are Family linechild.org/share-the-story-hope- Restoration, Pregnancy Care, Education, embraced-topeka-ks/ or at the Lifeline and Adoption. location at 2041 SW McAlister Ave. For 3. What are some of the biggest needs more information about tickets and spon - Lifeline is seeing with this new move? sorship opportunities call 785-783-4577. Topeka Metro Voice ______MetroVoiceNews.com ______Facebook/MetroVoiceNews ______February 2018 • 11 Country Music for Life “ ” Just a with the Minute

“Hi friends. Over the years I’ve thunder of hooves and the bawl of been asked how someone can hear a newborn calf, the true reality is God’s voice. The problem that that God can be heard every day, if been going through cancer treatments. most people have is that they are you would just take the time to be She decided to share that with her audi - too busy and won’t take the time to quiet. There is truth that since we ence as a way to encourage others experi - slow down their life and just listen. have one mouth and two ears, we encing the same thing. She motivated You see, God wants a daily rela - are to listen twice as much as we others to get mammograms, which in tionship with you. In a relation - talk. Have you listened today?” turn helped them receive early detection ship, you must listen with your and treatment. ears, brain and heart. While it is Be Encouraged, “When I found out I had breast cancer true that sometimes God can be Scott Perkins we didn’t hide that from our audience.” heard in the jingle of a spur, the The Country Parson By Darcy Childs Philippines and one in Canada. said Lil Miss. “I shared my feelings, we Having grown up in Topeka (Perkins is shared our emotions.” Until recently, if you turned on 94.5 a graduate of Seaman High School), he This sharing of real life situations is FM Country on a Sunday morning you decided to move back to the area. After why the Perkins’ use Christian Country Local Restaurant to Offer Christian Music would have heard Scott and Diane coming back to his hometown he met his Music as the basis for their show. Perkins Perkins spreading their faith over the air - wife Diane, who for the past decade has calls it ‘Country Music for Life’. He said and “Down Home” Cooking Every Sunday waves on “The Country Parson & Lil’ been “Lil’ Miss,” his radio ministry part - that Country music is about real life and Deep in the heart of Topeka’s local DJ, and there will be oppor - Miss” show. Scott and Diane have been ner. that Christian Country Music leads peo - historic arts district, known as tunities for individuals to perform using this radio show as their ministry to “I tricked her into being my partner,” ple to Jesus for answers to their questions. NOTO, is a jewel of a restaurant, independently with the establish - spread their love of God, Family and said Perkins. “She used to come to the sta - An example of that would be Carrie art gallery and musical escape ment’s sound system. The Country Music to fans all around the tion with me and she was sitting next to a Underwood’s “Jesus Take the Wheel” or called Faces by Mayfield. Located Mayfield family recognizes the world. “Three Wooden Crosses” by Randy at 802 N. Kansas Avenue, Faces is importance of traditional values, “I was always a country music fan, but Travis. becoming known for its eclectic and are happy to offer this unique I wasn’t always a Christian,” said Scott When they were informed recently energy as it hosts a weekly Jazz dining experience to the people of Perkins, the Country Parson, “I wanted to that they would no longer be doing their performance during lunch on Topeka. Soulful Sundays will begin find a way to reach people who were just program it was a heavy blow to take. Fridays, comic relief on scheduled February 4. like I used to be and Country Music radio While the Perkins have a ministry, at the Saturday nights, and a monthly George is not only the sole pro - has been that way for almost a quarter of Heritage Christian Cowboy Church at Poetry Slam. prietor of the restaurant, he is also a century.” Four Corners in Scranton, Kansas, their George Mayfield, owner, is ring - the head cook, organizer of events, Perkins started out as pastor of a small Radio show has been a major part of their ing in 2018 offering an All- and primary artist on display. country church in Cayuga, Texas, about life and ministry. American Southern Style Gospel Mayfield’s artistic talents started as 80 miles southeast of Dallas. He “It was like losing friends and family,” Music experience along with a youth experimenting with pas - approached a couple of local radio sta - said Diane, “We are going into these peo - “down home cooking” on Sunday tels, then oils, and on to ceramics tions to trade his voice talent services for ple’s homes and we are bringing Jesus to afternoons. The idea behind this and plaster mediums to name a commercial time for his church. A station them, bringing hope and encouragement, soulful experience is to provide the few. The ambiance of Faces is like in Palestine, Texas asked if he wanted to and that is just over.” community a place where people no other in Topeka, as it offers a do an on-air church service. Perkins sug - Not knowing where their next pulpit can gather on Sundays for a tradi - deep cultural experience from a gested a Christian Country music pro - would be, Scott and Diane were intro - tional meal while enjoying the diverse array of sources. More gram to segue from a church program duced to Brian Short, the owner of TV 25. sounds of encouragement that information about Faces by they already broadcast back to their nor - microphone one morning and I just TV 25 is a free over-the-airwaves televi - comes with the old-fashioned Mayfield and their activities can be mal country music programming. asked her a question.” sion network that reaches over 2.6 million Hymns and modern Christian found on their Facebook page or “I played them a little of what I wanted “I didn’t want to embarrass him or people covering NE Kansas and NW music. The music is provided by a by calling (785) 380-1667. to do and the management liked it so leave him with dead air so I HAD to Missouri. TV 25 broad - much they asked if I could do a two hour answer his question,” laughed Diane. casts 12 premium cable- show before I ever went on the air,” added Their radio show is a mix of main - like channels covering Perkins. stream country music, folksy humor, news, weather, sports, At the height of his popularity Perkins good food recipes, scriptural readings and movies and many differ - was syndicated on thirty-five stations in encouraging stories meant to inspire faith ent entertainment gen - the US, two in Australia, one in the in their listeners. Recently, Diane has res. The Perkins are tak - ing another step into the unknown by moving their ministry from radio to television. Currently they can be seen doing “The Country Parson Minute” on all of TV 25’s 12 stations. There is also an hour long “Country Parson & Lil’ Miss” television show in the works. The Perkins’ are hoping to do a for - mat similar to their radio show, hoping to catch lightning in a bot - tle once more. “We hope that we can lead many more people to Jesus using television and sharing ‘Country Music for Life.’ just like we did on the radio.” concluded Perkins. 12 • February 2018 ______MetroVoiceNews.com ______Facebook/MetroVoiceNews ______Topeka Metro Voice Serenade your Sweetheart Want to do something out of the ordi - Quartet. This nary for someone in your life? Why not package is enlist a Harmony Chorus or Barbershop offered only on Quartet to make someone's day extra Feb. 14th, and special with an extra special gift? For $40 includes 2 songs, or less you can have your sweetheart ser - a red rose and enaded with song, a rose and chocolates! box of choco - Topeka Acappella Unlimited is part of lates. You can Sunflower Harmony Chorus and Sweet reach them at Are you ready to make your love’s • Create a ticket book with tickets Adelines International. Call 478-4650 to 273-9514. heart leap on Valentine’s Day? Our for him to use at his leisure book your ValentineGram with them. The guide to a great Valentine’s Day will • Include a new favorite movie, CD, The Capital City Chorus is once again Madrigals from provide you with ideas and tips that or video game he’s been wanting offering you a chance to give that some - Cair Paravel Latin School will also be heart-shaped cookie or brownie. For will make your Valentine’s Day a suc - one special in your life a unique doing Singing Valentines February 14th, more information, call 232-3878 or cess. Dinner: Valentine this year from a Barbershop which includes a song, a card and a email [email protected]

Tips for a smooth Valentine’s Day: • Avoid the Valentine’s Day rush - create a romantic meal at home • Tell your special someone how • Go to a restaurant where you share much you care about them YourH sweeetheart rmayt h-avHe the ekeya to ltmhodeyrate ly Vintenase plheysicnal acttiviitny eaceh 's ReDkindale any old fTlamei –p try spreparing • Be thankful – it’s always appreciat - your heart, but eating healthy and being week to help keep your heart healthy. You one of your sweetie’s favorite recipes in a ed physically active can be the key to a can reach this goal by walking briskly for healthier way. These healthy substitutions • Plan ahead – babysitters, reserva - healthier heart. This Valentine’s Day, at least 30 minutes five days each week. can help you cut down on saturated fats, tions, and other things that need done indulge your sweetheart with a heart- Check out our tips for healthier prepa - trans fats, salt, and added sugars, while • Turn off your cell phones – enjoy healthy gift or date. ration methods for cooking. noticing little, if any, difference in taste. this time together Rather than tempting your beloved with sweets, consider a gift that has more Gift Ideas: permanence. Search for a poem that describes your feelings and write it on Candy and Flowers and Jewelry: special memories beautiful paper for a handmade • Get dinner and a room, and enjoy Valentine. Or visit www.ShopHeart.org • Visit Hazel Hill Chocolate for a the indoor pool or lounge for gift ideas that benefit the American unique chocolate treat Heart Association. • Surprise your special someone Dates: Quality time is one of the most mean - with a bouquet of favorite flowers or ingful gifts. Bundle up and plan an active balloons • Laugh together at a comedy show. outing such as sledding, ice skating, gath - ering wood for a fire, or if you’re feeling • Dazzle him/her with a piece of • Enjoy a romantic movie at home adventurous, visit an indoor rock wall. jewelry from Netflix, RedBox, or one you If your kids are having a Valentine’s • Make a list of all the things you love already own. While watching, share Day party at their school or day care, about him/her your favorite treat and glass of wine or instead of sending candies, consider sparkling cider. Include a massage. raisins, grapes, whole-grain pretzels, col - Gift basket for her: • Enjoy a night of music before or ored pencils or stickers as tokens of their after dinner at one of Topeka’s friendly affection. • Get a gift certificate for a massage nightspots. Cooking at home is an excellent way to or trip to Avenue Hair Styling & Spa. • Spend uninterrupted time together control what and how much you eat. Take • Pick up a candle for a candle-lit with a romantic getaway at one of the a date to a local cooking class to practice bath. retreats listed in Metr o Voice’s Retreat your skills or learn a new technique. • Find her favorite book at one of Guide. Prepare a romantic candlelit dinner at Topeka’s bookshops for her to enjoy home using one of our heart-healthy during her quite time recipes. • Buy her a personalized gift from Give to one another by giving back. Elk Creek Engraving. Ask a date to volunteer with you at a local organization. Giving back is a healthy Gift basket for him: habit that can boost your mood and help beat stress. • Buy his favorite candy bars and Use this day as an opportunity to tell personalize it with “Udaman” wrap - your loved one how important they are to pers you, and share ways that you can support • Include miniature bottles or cans each other’s health and wellness. Get of his favorite drink and personalize started by taking the My Life Check them with valentine’s day labels Assessment. Craving something sweet? Gift a beau - tiful fresh fruit basket to your loved one instead of giving sweets with added sug - ars. Sharing is caring – if you go out for a romantic dinner date, order one entrée to share. Many restaurant servings are enough for two – splitting will keep you from overdoing it. Don’t forget to love Fido, too! Give your pet a Valentine and remember to walk or exercise them daily – getting active with your pet will benefit your health and your bond with your pets. Take it slow – if you receive a luxurious box of chocolates from your sweetie, stick it in the freezer and enjoy in moderation over the next several weeks. Take a long, romantic walk with your beloved – and try to make it a regular habit. Aim for at least 150 minutes of Topeka Metro Voice ______MetroVoiceNews.com ______Facebook/MetroVoiceNews ______February 2018 • 13 FERENCE - March 15, Topeka. Penny Nance, CEO of The Area’s Most Complete Guide to the Family-Friendly Events You Want to See! Concerned Women for America in Washington, D.C., will FAMILY-FRIENDLY EVENTS be the key note speaker. In addition, legislators & oth - SHEPHERDS CENTER PICKLEBALL GROUP - plays Mon. ers address the group and end with a prayer walk at & Wed. Mon. at Countryside UMC, 32nd & Burlingame, the events the state capitol. For info: ks.cwfa.org. from 3-5. Park on the NORTH side & use the furthest

FREE LISTINGS! E-mail your events to: [email protected]; mail to Metro Voice, P.O. 5724, Topeka, KS 66605; fax to 785-235-3340 or enter online at metrovoicenews.com BINGO AT FAIRLAWN HEIGHTS ASSISTED LIVING - 3pm, CENTRAL CONGREGATIONAL BITE OF CHOCOLATE – CONCERTS 1st Sat. of ea. month. Facilitator: Pastor Carole Feb. 10, 11-3pm. Temple Beth Sholom, 4200 SW cTOPEKA ACOUSTIC MaUSIC JAM - First Sat. ofl ea. month, eFIRST SATURDAY BRnEAKFAST BUFFET – First Sdaturday Munson. $5 daonation requested. r 3-5pm, Potwin Presbyterian Church (enter south door), of every month, 7:30-10am. Shawnee Heights United DADDY-DAUGHTER DRESS-UP SWEETHEART DANCE – 400 S.W. Washburn. Information: 286-0227 or Methodist Church. Free will offering. Feb. 10, 6-8pm. St. Patrick’s Catholic Church of [email protected]. FREE WEEKLY COMMUNITY PANCAKE BREAKFAST – Scranton. $15 for a dad and daughter, and $5 for each THE BERRYTON PICKERS - First Sat. of ea. month, 7- Sundays at 10am sharp, at Oakland Church of the additional daughter. For info: Louis Shuck 665-6893 or 9pm, Berryton Baptist Church. Bring snacks, have fun! Nazarene: 900 block of NE Oakland, followed by church Mary Burgett [email protected] MITCH MCVICKER CONCERT – Mar. 10, 7pm, Topeka services at 10:45am with Pastor John Menkveld - which LEGISLATIVE EVENT FOR ADVOCACY IN FAITH – Feb. Free Methodist Church, 3450 SE Indiana. Dove award is in turn followed at noon by The Hope House FREE 11, 6:20pm & Feb. 12, 7:40am. First United Methodist Winner Mitch McVicker in Concert. For info: 785-266- Community Food & Clothing Banks. Church, 600 SW Topeka Blvd. For info and registration: 6610 or www.topkafmc.org or [email protected] FINANCIAL PEACE UNIVERSTIY CLASSES – Feb. 3, 6pm. greatplainsumc.org/umw WINTER JAM . March 16, 7:00 pm. Sprint Center, 1407 Good News Church, 3819 SW Burlingame Rd. And Feb. SUPPORTIVE ADULTS INSPIRING LIVES (SAIL) – Feb. Grand Blvd., Kansas City, MO 64106. 11, 4:30pm. Town and Country Christian Church, 4925 13, 11:30am. Susanna Wesley United Methodist Church, SW 29th. For info: fpu.com 7433 SW 29th St. Menu will include fried chicken, a SKILLET IN CONCERT – Apr. 14, Kansas Expocentre. Joy CLOTHING EXCHANGE – Feb. 3 & 10, 9-12pm. Topeka potato dish, rolls, and cherry dessert. SAIL members are Unleashed – The Tour; also featuring For King & Country. asked to bring a salad. $5. For info: swumc.org/sail- Ticketmaster.com Free Methodist Church, 3450 SE Indiana Ave. Clothing donations need to be in good wearable condition and sign-up.html or 478-3697 clean. For info: topekafmc.org FRIDAY FISH FRY – Feb. 16-Mar. 23, 4-7pm. Sacred SPECIAL CHURCH EVENTS CHILI COOK OFF-PIE BAKE OFF-TALENT CONTEST – Heart Catholic Church, 312 NE Freeman Ave. Adults SENIOR FIT & FUN PROGRAM - every Mon., Wed., & Fri., Feb. 3, 11am-2pm. Crossroads Cowboy Church, $8.50, kids 12 and under $4. Take out available. For 1:30pm, Rolling Hills Christian Church, 4530 NW Intersection of Hwy 24 and Hwy 59. Over $1500 in prize info: 234-6727 or sacredheartstjosephcatholic.org Hiawatha Place (US Hwy 75 & NW 46th St.) 785-286- money. Cost is $10. FIBER ARTS WORKSHOP – Feb. 17, 8:30am. Prince of 0601 or [email protected] NAVY SEAL MEN’S NIGHT OUT – Feb. 8, 6:30pm. Peace Lutheran Church, 3625 SW Wanamaker. Free. SPIRITUAL PAUSE - Every Wed., 12-12:30pm, Carole Lifepoint Church, 200 SW 30th St. Former Navy Seal will MEN’S BREAKFAST – Feb. 17, 7-9am. Topeka Bible Chapel at Washburn Univ. Informal worship service. speak. Church, 1135 SW College Ave. 785-233-1844 AMERICAN RED CROSS BABYSITTER TRAINING COURSE ANNUAL CHILI & VEGETABLE SOUP SUPPER – Feb. 23, HARVESTER'S PROGRAM FOR SENIOR CITIZENS - every – Feb. 9, 10-4pm. Susanna Wesley United Methodist 4-6:30pm. Kansas Ave United Methodist Church, 1029 second Sat., takes place at Christian Lord Ministries, Church. For ages 11 and up. $85 to the public, and N Kansas Ave. Adults $8, Kids 10 and under $3. 2421 SE California. Call 266-4979. $42.50 for SWUMC kids. For info and registration: 478- Includes chili or vegetable soup, relishes, drink & 3697 dessert. Chili Dogs $1.50. Hot dogs $1.00. Carry Out Available. TOBYMAC HITS DEEP TOUR . February 23, 7:00 pm. Sprint Center, 1407 Grand Boulevard, Kansas City, MO 64106. Featuring: Toby Mac, Danny Gokey, Mandisa, Ryan Stevenson, and Finding Favor, and Aaron Cole. 816-949-7100. ANNUAL USHER’S BREAKFAST – Feb. 24, 8-12pm. True Vine Missionary Baptist Church, 307 SE Tefft. All you can eat for $10. RENE CLAUSEN AND THE CONCORDIA CHOIR – Feb. 26, 7pm. Grace Episcopal Cathedral, SW 8th, Ave. Students k-12 $5, adults $20. Groups of ten or more $10 each. For info: 235- 3457 CHILDREN’S ART WORKSHOP – Mar. 3, 10am. NET Reach Center, 455 SE Golf Park Blvd. For grades 2-6. Free. THIRD ANNUAL FOOD FIGHT – Mar. 4, 5pm. Rolling Hills Christian Church, 4530 NW Hiawatha Place. Competitors will sign up for Appetizers, Chili, Soup, or Dessert. Attendees vote on their favorites. Concert by And He Walks With Me follows dinner. For info: 286- 0601 or [email protected] BELIEVE KANSAS CITY . March 23, 7:30 pm & March 24, 9:30 pm. Kansas City Convention Center, 301 W. 13th St., Kansas City, MO 64105. Special Speakers: Jeff Walling, Merci Neff, Kalied Dance Crew. 417-781-2273. . SEMINARS & CONFERENCES MEDICARE MONDAYS – First Mon. of ea. month, 1-3pm. Topeka/Sh. Co. Public Library (Menninger Rm 206), 1515 SW 10th. Jayhawk Area Agency on Aging and Senior Health Insurance Counseling for Kansas offers Senior health insurance counseling. For info: 580- 4545 or [email protected] MEDICARE EDUCATIONAL SEMINAR – Feb. 13 & 27, 2pm. Learn the basics of Medicare and all its options. Seminars are designed for those becoming eligible for Medicare and those con - sidering making a change. Seminar will be held at the Heart Center at 929 SW Mulvane. For info or to sign up: centuryinsuranceagencyks.com or 270-4593 or [email protected]. Snacks & beverages provided. 20TH MIDWEST METRO VOICE CHRISTIAN K- 12 EDUCATION & COLLEGE EXPO . February 24, 9:30 am-2:00 pm. Colonial Presbyterian Church, 9500 Wornall, Kansas City, MO. FREE SEMINARS! 50 Christian Colleges from 15 States! 25 K-12 Schools from Metro KC area. MO & KS Homeschool Organizations. Finances. 816-524-4522. PENNY NANCE AT CWA KANSAS STATE CON - 14 • February 2018 ______MetroVoiceNews.com ______Facebook/MetroVoiceNews ______Topeka Metro Voice WEST door. Follow the hallway to gym. On Wed. at FROM THE EARTH: WORKS IN CLAY AND WOOD – Feb. years old and up with special needs! An unforgettable Sat. 11am-2pm. Stop in and try a variety of delicious Garfield Park. Food Trucks will be on hand and the First Baptist, 30th & MacVicar, from 1-3. Park on the 2, 5pm. Creations of Hope Gallery, 909 N Kansas Ave. night of royal treatment! For info: Jennifer Eschmann treats during Sample Fest. Family Fun Fair will be 10-3 in Garfield Park, in the WEST side. Gym is right inside the doors. This exhibit celebrates artists working in ceramics and at [email protected] or 785-580-3976 VALENTINE’S MOOSE MARKET – Feb. 17, 9am. 1901 N Shelter House & in the Gym, including vendor booths, SENIOR STRETCHING EXERCISES – each Mon., Wed., wood to highlight the therapeutic benefits of sculpting MUSEUM AFTER HOURS – Feb. 9, 6:30-8:30pm. Kansas Ave. Vendor’s Market children’s games, food, facepainting, pony rides, laser and building as a creative process. For info: 783-7558, tag, bubble soccer and more. Bands, gymnastics, bal - Fri.; 9:30-10:15am, Seaman Community Church, 2036 Kansas Historical Society, 3425 SW 6th Ave. RETHINKING APOLOGETICS: FROM WINNING NW Taylor St. Enter on the east side of Fellowship Hall. [email protected], or facebook.com/creation - Admission is half price after 5 p.m. The Museum and let and other entertainment will be on hand. For info: sofhopeart DEBATES TO WINNING SOULS – Feb. 17, 10am. Topeka [email protected] or 640-6399. No charge. 785-354-8777 or 785-213-6016 Store will be open until 6:30 p.m., then George Community Resource Council, 400 SE Golf Park SAFE STREETS COALITION MEETING – First Wed. of TOPEKA BOAT & OUTDOOR SHOW – Feb. 2, Thompson presents "Seeing Arabia: The First World Boulevard. Workshop is open to anyone who is inter - the month, 11:45am-1pm. Great Overland Station. For Expocentre War Photographs of T.E. Lawrence" ested in enhancing their level of confidence and moti - MEETINGS & CLASSES info: 266-4606 or [email protected] MADE FOR MORE - Feb 2, 7pm, Hayden High School, ANNUAL EAGLE HIKE – Feb. 10, all day. 3-5 mile hike vation to share the gospel. $15 reservation fee C5Alive “POWER” LUNCHEON – Feb. 8, 11:30-1, at SHAWNEE SWINGERS SQUARE DANCE LESSONS - 401 SW Gage Blvd, Christopher West and Mike along Perry Lake Trail. For info: 843-9453 or adven - includes lunch and workshop material. For info and Fairlawn Plaza Mall. Featured: Matchmaker Speed Wednesday's, 7pm, Croco Hall, 6115 SE Hwy 40, Mangione offer a vision of the Gospel like you've never [email protected] RSVP: 260-7831, [email protected], or Networking. heard before heard through the lens of Saint John Paull thetruthclinic.org/events Tecumseh. Starting Sept. 20. Call 785-817-3071. CARSEAT CHECKUP EVENT – Feb. 10, 9-12pm. • Cost: $10 for C5 members & first-time guests who II's Theology of the Body. A blend of live music, art, and Shawnee Heights Fire District Station 23, 5310 SE EQUIFEST 2017 - Feb. 23-25. Kansas Expocentre. All- COUNTRY AND BALLROOM DANCING - Thursdays 6- presentation that taps the deepest desires of the RSVP, $12 at the door 9pm. Croco Hall. Info: Edwina 379-9538 or 478-4760. California. Bring your child, vehicle owner’s manual, breed horse fair and exposition. Rodeo, mounted human heart revealing their ultimate purpose & goal. child restraint instructions shooting, etc. For info: 776-0662 • $15 for non-members & repeat guests. SHEPHERDS CENTER LINE DANCING GROUP - meets THE ILLUSIONISTS - Feb. 2. TPAC, 214 8th Ave. For DADDY DAUGHTER DATE NIGHT – Feb. 10, 6-8pm. KANSAS SILENT FILM FESTIVAL SPECIAL EVENT – Feb. • Please RSVP to [email protected], so we know how 2nd & 4th Thur, 2-4 at First UMC, 6th & Topeka. Park info: 234-2787 much food is needed! on the WEST side & use the WEST door. Immediately Big Gage Shelter House, 635 SW Gage. Fathers, 23-24, White Concert Hall, Washburn University. Friday inside, turn left & walk the ramp to the library, then FIRST FRIDAY DOWNTOWN CHOCOLATE WALK – Feb. grandfathers, uncles, or stepfathers: bring your spe - eve. 7pm & all day Sat. Free. Cinema dinner available Open to the public – Put POWER in your life with great left to elevator. Push [B] for fellowship hall. 2, 5-8pm. Sample free chocolate offerings at various cial girl and enjoy dinner, dancing, pictures and prizes on Sat. For details: Kssilentfilmfest.org. food, great speakers and great company! Invite a downtown businesses during First Friday Artwalk will highlight the evening. For daughters age 2-16. $40 friend to join you! SHEPHERDS CENTER HHHS WALKING GROUP - meets SAMPLE DAY AT HY-VEE – Feb. 23 & 24, Fri. 4-7pm POLAR PLUNGE & STRUT – Feb. 3, 9:30-Noon. Swim per couple, $14 for each additional daughter. For info: and Sat. 11am-2pm. Come try great chip & dip combos SAVE THE DATE: Mar. 8, 11:30-1, POWER Luncheon. 2nd & 4th Thur, 9:30-11 at HHHS, 21st & 785-251-6955 or [email protected] Belle.Entrance for walkers is on WEST side. To walk a Beach, 3300 SE 29th St. Registration at 9:30am; 5k THE CAPPUCCINO RIDE BIKE RIDE – Feb. 24, Baldwin Details to be announced shelter dog call Kelsey: 233-7325. at 11am, Polar Plunge at 12pm. Save some time at SAMPLE DAY AT HY-VEE – Feb. 10 & 11, Fri. 4-7pm City. Part of the Guru's Gravel Grinders Series. gravel - CONCERNED WOMEN FOR AMERICA MEETING - Join pre-registration and packet pick-up: Feb. 2 - Noon- and Sat. 11am-2pm. Stop in and try Valentine’s Day NOTO MARKET ON FIRST FRIDAYS – NOTO arts dis - grinders.blogspot.com other concerned individuals to pray and unite in action 7pm at Gary Gribbles, 2130 SW Wanamaker Rd. For favorites. for Shawnee Co. and our Nation. For info about trict. Arts, antiques, fine crafts, flea market info: 620-408-4450 plungeks.org HARLEM GLOBETROTTERS – Feb. 27, Expocentre. "IN LOVE WITH THE KANSAS RIVER" – Feb. 14, 12- 235-1986 www.ksexpo.com monthly meetings: 785-260-5659 or ks.cwfa.org. SAVING DEATH ROW DOGS ADOPTION BOOTH - Every LAKE DABINAWA GRINDER BIKE RIDE - Feb. 4, 1pm, Great Overland Station. Bill Riphahn - All About Sat., 11am - 2pm, Petco, 1930 SW Wanamaker. Some DOORSTEP OPERATION SOUP LINE FUNDRAISER – THE HEAT - Free fitness classes; learn and build Lawrence. Part of the Guru's Gravel Grinders Series. the Kaw: A Speakers Series. (785) 232-5533 healthy social & eating habits. Held at Trinity Sat. adoption booths are held at PetSmart, 2020 SW gravelgrinders.blogspot.com Feb. 28, 11am-1:30pm, Expocentre Ag Hall. $10 Westport Dr. Updates at savingdeathrowdogs.com COFFEE ON YOUR CORNER – Feb. 14, 10-11am. adults; $5 children 12 & under. Presbyterian Church, 4746 SW 21st St. Sun. - 4-5pm PUBLIC ENGAGEMENT MEETING ON PRESERVING Paradise Donuts, 1620 SW 6th. Information session Yoga; Mon. - 12-12:45pm Zumba; 5:30-6:15pm SLIDERDAYS – 12-1pm, Jayhawk Theatre, 720 SW LAKE SHAWNEE BATHHOUSE – Feb. 5, 5:30-6:30pm. for the community to hear from city officials and rep - 57TH ANNUAL KANSAS PRAYER BREAKFAST – Mar. Kickboxing; 6:15-7pm Pilates Fusion; Tue. - 12- Jackson. Join us every third Saturday for Line Lake Shawnee Event Center, 3025 SE Croco Rd. resentatives in an informal setting about city pro - 14, 6am, Ramada Inn downtown. Guest speaker: Dan 12:45pm Yoga; 5:30-6:15pm Zumba; 6:15-7pm Cardio Dancing!! Cost: Free-will donation!! 50% of your grams, initiatives and operations. For info: Monique Meers, with leaders in government, business, educa - Interval; Wed. - 12-12:45pm Kickboxing; Thu. - 12- donation will be applied to the renovation of the HY-VEE SIMPLE FIX – Feb. 8, 5-7pm. Register by Feb. tion and industry. $18 each or tables of 10 for $180. 4. For only $115 and one hour of your time, you can Glaude [email protected] or 368-4470 12:45pm Pilates; 5:30-6:15pm Cardio Interval - Low Jayhawk Theatre. Sponsored by Topeka Fellowship, Inc. For info and intensity; 6:15-7:00pm Cardio Interval - Moderate have SEVEN meals ready to serve your family any night VALENTINE DINNER & DANCE - Feb 14, 6:30pm, RSVP: [email protected] or 380-2901 TOPEKA FOLK DANCERS CLASSES - Sundays, 2-4pm, of the week. Save time & money because there's no Seaman Community Church, 2036 NW Taylor St. A fun intensity; Fri. - 12-12:45pm Kickboxing; Sat. - 8- 2637 SE 41st St. Dances from 20 countries. No part - shopping & no cleaning! Each meal serves 4. Choose 5 night of dinner and dancing. Tickets $20 a person and CPLS KINDERGARTEN ROUNDUP – Mar 16, 9am, Cair 8:45am Kickboxing ners or experience necessary. No fee. 215-0968. meals for $85, 6 meals for $100, or 7 meals for $115. include a meal of lasagna, breadsticks, salad, and Paravel Latin School, 635 SW Clay. Info & registration: TOPEKA TREASURE HUNTERS CLUB - 3rd Sun. of each 232-3878 or www.cpls.org BLEEDING KANSAS 2018 - Sundays from Jan. 28-Mar. KANSAS GARDEN SHOW – Feb. 9-10, 10-7 & Feb. 11, desert, also music and a rose. 785-354-8777. month except May, Sep. & Dec., 7pm, Papan’s Landing 4, 2pm, Constitution Hall Historic Site, 319 Elmore, 11-5, Kansas Expocentre. Adm. $8. Children 12 & ARAB SHRINE CIRCUS – Feb. 15-18, Kansas 5th ANNUAL EASTERFEST: TOPEKA EASTER PARADE & Senior Center, 618 NW Paramore St. Family Lecompton. A series of talks and dramatic interpreta - under free. Free parking. Friday is Senior Citizens Day: Expocentre. For info: 235-1986 FUN FAIR – Mar. 31, 10am-3pm, North Kansas Avenue Memberships include children & grandchildren up to tions on the violent territorial and civil war history of 55 & older buy one, get one free. For info: 235-1986 & Garfield Park. Topeka’s annual Easter Parade will 18 yrs. A place to meet friends to discuss all aspects Kansas 1854-1865. Actors will portray Kansans from RV & SPORT SHOW – Feb. 16-18, Kansas Expocentre. begin at 10am at the tracks in NOTO and proceed of Metal Detecting, club business, plus socializing & this turbulent era. Adm: $3 adults, $1 students. Child- NIGHT TO SHINE – Feb. 9, Grace Community Church. A For info: 235-1986 www.ksexpo.com north on Kansas Avenue to Garfield Park. Egg Hunt entertainment. Tim Tebow Foundation event - a prom for people 14 ren five & younger free. www.lecomptonkansas.com SAMPLE DAY AT HY-VEE – Feb. 16-17, Fri. 4-7pm and begins right after the parade at the playground in STEP UP – BUILDING THE SMART STEP-FAMILY – Topeka Metro Voice ______MetroVoiceNews.com ______Facebook/MetroVoiceNews ______February 2018 • 15 Every Sun. 11am, Northland Christian Church, Room 4, each month. Free, but RSVP required. On Thu Brian Ongoing Adult Group 1st and 3rd Thu., 5:30pm: information contact Sharon at 785-633-7764 Experience God’s power through prayer as we lift our 3102 NW Topeka Blvd. Focusing on the challenges fac - discusses family wealth strategies. On Fri. Amy dis - Ongoing Young Adult Group (4-18 years of age) PARENTS OF ESTRANGED ADULT CHILDREN SUPPORT students, teachers, staff, administrators & board up ing step-families and blended families. Contact cusses wealth strategies that apply to women. 785- For All Groups: Call for start dates and info packet. GROUP - Third Tue. Ea. Month, 6:45-8:45pm, Topeka to the Lord. For info: 357-0369. Thomas Munker at 249-3054 for info. 271-2536 [email protected] Group and individual grief support available upon Public Library, Rm 202. Info: Jeff Landers - 224-5946 DIVORCECARE PROGRAMS – (For updates check BOY'S TRAIL LIFE & AMERICAN HERITAGE GIRLS OPERATION BACKPACK – 1st Thurs., 6pm, Lyman request. For info: 785-232-2044 ext.341 OSTOMY SUPPORT GROUP - First Tue. each month at www.divorcecare.org) locations and times: TROUPS - Every Mon. 6pm, Cornerstone Comm. Ch., Learning Center, Lyman and N. Kansas Ave. Volunteers ABORTION RECOVERY SUPPORT – Providing services St. Francis Health, 1700 SW 7th St, Meeting Room, WED. – 6:30pm, Topeka Bible Church, 1101 SW 7620 SW 21st. Faith-based scouting programs, age 5- gather to assemble Weekend Snack Sacks for low- for women & men who suffer from Post-Abortion 2nd floor, 6–7:30pm. Anyone with an ostomy may Mulvane. Cost: $15. Child care provided. For info: 379- 18. Register at cornerstonetopeka.com. 478-2929. income students. Sponsored by Topeka North Syndrome…we can help mend a broken heart! For attend. The goal is to provide education and ongoing 0505 or www.divorcecare.org. Outreach. For info: 286-1370. DEAF WORSHIP SERVICE – 3rd Sun., 3pm, Faith info: Kay Lyn at [email protected]. support for individuals with an ostomy. Contact Teresa WED. – 6:45 – 8:45pm, Walnut View Christian Church, Lutheran Church, 17th & Gage. Also, every Sun. TOPEKA GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY – 4th Thurs., 7pm, AL-ANON FAMILY GROUPS – for friends & families of Kellerman at 785-295-5555 for info. 3634 SE 37th St. (just East of 37th & Croco). Cost: 9:30am service is interpreted. Topeka Shawnee County Public Library, 1515 SW 10th alcoholics. For info: 785-409-3072 or GRANDPARENT/RELATIVE CAREGIVER SUPPORT $10 registration (scholarships available). The video FAMILY EXPERIENCE (FX) – Every Sun., 6:01pm, St. No program in Nov. or Dec. Promotes & stimulates topekaalanon.org GROUP – 3rd Tue., 6:30-8pm, 2nd floor meeting room, seminar series featuring some of the nation’s fore - Fairlawn Church of Nazarene, 730 Fairlawn Rd. A time the education, knowledge & interest of the member - St. Francis Hosp, 1700 SW 7th. For info: Sharla, 286- most experts on divorce and recovery topics, combined ship & the public in family history, genealogical PURSUIT FOR SEXUAL PURITY – Men struggling with of high intensity, action packed, skit mania, worship pornography & sexual addiction. This bible study/ 2329; Jennie (English/Spanish) 231-0763. with support group discussion of the materials. music all centered around the word of God for 45 min - records & research. For info: 233-5762 or Complimentary child care children up to the fifth tgstopeka.org. accountability group uses the Pure Desire book by Ted THE GREATER TOPEKA MULTIPLE MYELOMA – 3rd utes. A free family worship event. For info: Emily Moore, Roberts. For info: 249-9509. All inquiries confidential. Tue., 7-8:30pm, Faith Lutheran Church, 17th St. & grade. Info: 266-7550 or [email protected]. 272-6322 or [email protected]. KINGDOM ADVISORS TOPEKA AREA STUDY GROUP – Gage Blvd. Open to Multiple Myeloma patients, their WED. – 6:30pm, Northland Christian Church, 3102 NW 3rd Thu., 11:30am, Northland Christian Church, 3102 ALZHEIMER’S SUPPORT GROUPS – Monthly support LADIES' SMALL GROUP – Every Sun., 6pm, Bethel group meetings for caregivers of individuals with family members & friends. Share support, information Topeka Blvd. No Cost. 286-1204, www.northland.cc Baptist Church, 4011 N. Kansas Ave. Studying the NW Topeka Blvd. Christian financial professionals: & friendship. For info: Donna, 903-918-9553. financial planners, accountants, attorney’s & insurance Alzheimer’s disease or a related dementia. For info: GRIEFSHARE - Every Thur. 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm at book of Esther, using the DVD series "It's Tough Being Alzheimer’s Association, Heart of America Chapter, "HEALING AFTER THE SUICIDE OF A LOVED ONE" Susanna Wesley UMC, 7433 SW 29th St., Mar 1 thru a Woman" by Beth Moore. All welcome. 286-0467. agents invited. For info: kingdomadvisors.org or Jim Hanna, [email protected] or 357-6278 x19. 271-1844 or email [email protected]. ("HEAL") – or Survivors of Suicide" (SOS). 1st & 3rd May 24. A Christ-centered program for those who THE FORCE (Students Taking Action) – 1st Mon. & "HEALING HEARTS" support group/Bible study – For Tue., 7-8:30pm, Pozez Education Center of Stormont have lost a loved one may be struggling and have 3rd Tue., 6:30-8pm, Safe Streets, 2209 SW 29th St. TOPEKA (Downtown) OPTIMIST CLUB – Every Fri., Vail Hospital, 1505 SW 8th St. Serving anyone who has questions on how to go forward. The class includes a noon, Top of the Tower. Serving the youth of Topeka. women whose husbands struggle with pornography Committed to being alcohol & drug free. Associate addictions or have had affairs. Videos & workbook will lost a loved one by suicide. video, sharing of stories, and a workbook (free). Call with like-minded peers, plan activities & get involved Anyone welcome. For info: 272-1099 or Shari Combs at 785-478-3697 for more information. [email protected]. give you hope for your marriage & emotional healing. PRISON OUTREACH MINISTRY – Every Tue., 7-9pm, in the community. Youth 12-18 invited. 266-4606. For info: Jane Goble, 249-0983. Topeka Women’s Prison, 815 Rice Rd. Reaching out to NAMI WASHBURN – 4th Thurs., 6-8pm, Spirit Building TOPS (Taking Off Pounds Sensibly) -- Every Fri. 8:30 HEARTLAND HEALTHY NEIGHBORHOODS – 2nd Mon., BIKERS AGAINST CHILD ABUSE – NE Kansas Chapter those who can’t come in, finding freedom behind bars, Room, University United Methodist Church, 1621 SW 11:45am-1pm. Promoting neighborhood well-being by to 10:00 am at 3221 SW Burlingame Road. 800-932- inspiring inmates to seek salvation during a difficult College Ave. NAMI is a student-run, student-led 8677. Support for your weight loss journey. tops.org (B.A.C.A.) 3rd Sun., 4 pm American Legion, 3800 SE mobilizing people, ideas & resources. 233-1365. Michigan. Open to the public. For info: 817-5801. time. Providing support & guidance through the Holy organization that provides mental health support, VIP LUNCHEON FOR SENIORS – Every Fri., Noon, North Spirit to offer strength. Director: Don Garner, 286- education, & advocacy in the Washburn Univ. setting.. TOPEKA LINCOLN CLUB – 1st Tue. of month, 7pm, FRIENDS WITH M.S. – 3rd Mon., 6:30pm, Our Savior's Topeka Public Library. Discussing our greatest Topeka Baptist Church, 123 NW Gordon. FREE lunch 0489 or [email protected]. PROSTATE CANCER SUPPORT GROUP – 1st Thurs., with Christian fellowship, devotions & entertainment Lutheran Church, 2021 SW 29th. (Enter East door). A President, Abraham Lincoln, and his times. The public Multiple Sclerosis support group. 266-7383 or 273-0799. GAMBLERS ANONYMOUS – Every Wed, 7pm, St. 7pm, Saint Francis Hospital 2nd floor conf. room of is welcome. For info, contact Kirk Nystrom 235-6977. provided by Topeka North Outreach. Free blood pres - Francis Hospital, meeting room #8. the cancer unit. For info: 266-9533. sure checks the last Friday of every month, and birth - INCARCERATED PERSONS & FAMILIES – 1st Mon., OUR LADY OF THE FAITHFUL – Every 1st Tues., day celebrations the 4th Friday. For Info: 286-1370. 6:30–7:30pm, YMCA, 421 Van Buren. 286-2329. JAYHAWK AREA AGENCY ON AGING – 4th Wed., 1pm, NICOTINE ANONYMOUS – Every Fri., 6:30pm, Town & 6:30pm Mass followed by Dinner, Most Pure Heart of Rosehill Place Clubhouse. Monthly support group for Country Christian Church Renaissance Room, 4925 SW Mary Catholic Church. A Catholic group for those in A GOOD YARN CLUB – 2nd & 4th Sat., 9-11am, Wana- COMPASSIONATE FRIENDS/BEREAVED PARENTS caregivers of seniors. For info: 235-1367 ext.30. 29th St., use west door cross red foot bridge. A fellow - their 20-30s. For info: Michelle Ann 580-3071 or ourla - maker Rd Baptist Church, 2700 SW Wanamaker. Doing GROUP – Meets 4th Mon. in Formation classroom at ship of men & women helping each other to live free Good for Others: Knitting & Crocheting for Local Char- Most Pure Heart of Mary, 17th & Stone. Discussion MOMS-IN-TOUCH PRAYER GROUP – Every Wed., 2:30- [email protected]. Facebook: "Ourladyof 3:30pm, Library at Cair Paravel-Latin School. of nicotine. No fees. 402-321-486; theFaithful." ities, free yarn, needles, hooks & patterns. All are wel - starts 7pm; fellowship & refreshments 8:30. 272-4895 [email protected]. come. Anne, 272-9249 or [email protected] SUNRISE OPTIMIST CLUB – Every Tue., 6:30am, GRIEF SUPPORT – First Monday each month, 3:30- Sunrise Optimist Complex, 720 NW 50th St. 246-1291. BIBLE QUIZZING – 1st Sat. Learn God's Word & have 4:30pm, 400 SW Oakley. Call Donna Park for info: fun with area Christian youth age 9-19. YFC/YEA style 783-7527 or valeotopeka.org. Open to public. Free . MENNINGER BIBLE CLASSES - Tuesdays Noon -1pm. quizzing & rules. 913-593-6427 or biblequizzer.org. Amerus Room, YWCA, 225 West 12th. A new study GRIEF SUPPORT – Sponsored by Heartland Hospice group for Year One of Flo Menninger’s course on Four MONTHLY SCORE MEETING – 1st Sat., 8-9:30am, for those dealing with death or major loss: Years through the Bible. Read and discuss Genesis Washburn Tech, 5724 SW Huntoon (enter east doors 1st Mon., 5:30-7:30pm, Individual appointments; through First Kings. Nominal charge for materials. For facing Huntoon). No RSVP or fee is required. Small other times are available. Call Terry Frizzell at info call the YWCA at 233-1750 or Clara Gamache at business owners are invited to a Breakfast (785)230-6730. 785-408-5433. Roundtable discussion with members of SCORE (Service Corps of Retired Executives). Info: 234-3049. 3rd Thurs., 11am, Lunch After Loss, Paisano’s For Br eakfast and Lu nch it’ s... FRATERNAL ORDER OF EAGLES Aerie 4319: First & Ristorante, Fleming Place, SW 10th & Gage Blvd, Third Tue. 7pm; Auxiliary: Third & Fourth Tue. month TOPEKA LOVE AGLOW – Once a month on Sat. morn - Dutch treat luncheon to meet new friends who have 6pm, 2941 SE Fremont Street. The Fraternal Order of ing. A time of worship, prayer and encountering God. sat where you are sitting. For reservations or info: Eagles is an international non-profit organization unit - Call Tawny Barton at 785-409-0232 or Linda Williams 785-271-6500. at 785-267-0600 for details. ing fraternally in the spirit of liberty, truth, justice, and OVEREATERS / UNDEREATERS ANONYMOUS : equality, to make human life more desirable by lessen - FREE ENGLISH CLASSES – Every Sat. 9-10:30am, ing its ills and promoting peace, prosperity, gladness Central Congregational Church, 1248 SW Buchannan. MON., 7pm – Westminister Presbyterian, south door, and hope. www.foe.com 785-266-7307 For info: 235-2376. upstairs in Library; 233-6724. O.W.L.S. (Older Wise Loving Saints) - meets the sec - RUSSIAN HOUSE OF PRAYER – Every Sat., 4pm, WED., 7pm – St. Francis Hospital meeting room 6, 2nd ond Tuesday of the month. Location varies and can be Williamstown Assembly of God, 1225 Oak St., floor; 234-8020. found at www.faithfamilylife.com Perry/Williamstown. For info: 597-5228. SAT. - 9am – St. Francis Hospital meeting room 8, DADDY'S GIRLS EMPOWERMENT MEETINGS - Do you SINGLES PLAY CARDS SR . – 1st Sat., 6-9pm, St. 2nd floor; 862-2326. 1034 S. Kansas Avenue - (785) 232-1 111 want MORE ... Come Join us for our More Luncheons Peter’s UMC, NW 35th & Hwy 75 For info: 357-8774; sunflowerintergroup.oa.org. www .hanoverpancakehouse.com where Real Women get together: share, learn and SAVING DEATH ROW DOGS ADOPTION & EDUCATION - NAMI TOPEKA – Every 2nd Tue., 6:45pm, lower level of grow to return to our homes, families workplace, every Sat. 11am-2pm, Petco, 1930 SW Wanamaker. churches & other places of influence restored and Valeo, 330 SW Oakley. If door is locked, call 608-1317 rejuvenated to pursue God's MORE...at Topeka Public UPPER ROOM COMMUNITY – second Sat., 10 am, to get in. 1st hour is often a discussion of an important Library, 12 noon, every 3rd Wednesday. Sponsored by Capitol Building topic or video. 2nd hour is usually a support talk time, Daddy's Girls Inc. Please to RSVP make lunch reserva - w/ separate consumer & family groups. 608-1317. tions: [email protected] or 785-969-0491 SUPPORT GROUPS KC TRAUMA AND PTSD SUPPORT GROUP - Every Tue. INNOVATIVE NETWORKING GROUP OF TOPEKA - every 10am and Thu. 6:30pm. Call Denise at 816-885-9530. MIDLAND CARE GRIEF SUPPORT Groups: Building A, EMOTIONS ANONYMOUS : a 12 step program for those other Wed. 11:20am - 12:30pm. www.INGTopeka.com 200 SW Frazier Circle - go to Event page to see times, locations & register suffering with emotional instability such as depression, Every Mon., 4-5pm: 12 Week Adult Group for Recent anxiety, grief, etc. Meets at Grace Episcopal S.W.A.G. (Spiritual Warriors Anointed by God) youth Loss 1st and 3rd Thu., 10:30am & 5:30pm— group - Wed at 7:00 p.m. 3710 NW Topeka Blvd. Cathedral, weekly, Tuesdays, Noon-1:00. N/C. For more AWANA – Every Wed., 6-8pm, First Southern Baptist Church, 1912 SW Gage Blvd. Bible based program for children & youth ages 3-HS. For info: 272-0443. AWANA – Every Wed., 6:30pm, Bethel Baptist Church, Hanover Pancake House...need I say mor e? 4011 N. Kansas Ave. Bible based program for children & youth ages 3-HS. For info: 286-0467. AWANA – Every Wed., 6:30-8pm, Auburn Christian Church. Bible based program for children & youth ages 3-HS. For info: 256-2515. TOPEKA PRAYER GROUP - Every Wed., 6:30pm, 409 SW Buchanan St.Do you believe that God hears and answers prayers? Do you believe Jesus wants to lead His people by His Holy Spirit? Come join us in prayer as we seek His face for answers and direction. 785- 845-1948; [email protected] MACHINE EMBROIDERY CLUB – 1st Wed., 9am–3pm, Our Savior's Lutheran Church, 2021 SW 29th Street (east door). Anyone with an Embroidery machine is invited to attend, there are no dues or formal meeting agenda. Lunch is on your own. Teach each other, enjoy fellowship & complete projects. Call 379-5159. SAFE STREETS MEETING – 1st Wed., 11:45am, Golf Park Blvd, 2 blocks west of Adams. 266-4606. STUDENT IMPACT – Every Wed., 6–8pm, First Southern Baptist, 1912 SW Gage Blvd. Youth games, teaching, worship, small groups. For info: 272-0443. CHRISTIAN CHALLENGE – Every Thurs. 7–9pm, First Southern Baptist, 1912 SW Gage Blvd. Worship for col - lege students. INTENTIONAL MOM - 1st & 3rd Thurs., 9-11:30am, Topeka Bible Church Auditorium, 1135 SW College. For all moms, helping them to be intentional! 234-5545. WELLS FARGO FINANCIAL EDUCATION EVENTS - Blue Moose Bar & Grill, 11:30 AM on the third Thu & Fri 16 • February 2018 ______MetroVoiceNews.com ______Facebook/MetroVoiceNews ______Topeka Metro Voice MOVIES, STREAMING, BOOKS, MUSIC, INTERVIEWS & MORE!

dom. Inspirational ‘Wonder’ tops February DVD releases Planet Earth 2 isn’t faith- streaming based – far from it – but it never - theless showcases God’s master - movie news ful creative skills (Psalm 8:3-4, by Michael Foust Psalm 19:1-6). Auggie Pullman is an energetic and Thankfully, Planet Earth 2 smart 10-year-old who is like most isn’t the only BBC Nature docu - boys his age. He enjoys video games, mentary on Netflix. In fact, there Star Wars and all-things-NASA. are at least 12 of them, led by Except that he’s not like any other popular series Planet Earth, boy his age. He looks different. He Frozen Planet, and The Blue By Michael Foust sounds different. When he enters a Planet. room, people stare. That’s good Auggie was born with facial differ - Theologians give the natural news, because ences, and even though he’s undergone world a label: It’s called “general it’s becoming multiple surgeries to improve his hear - revelation.” Those animals, difficult to ing and his looks, he still stands out in mountains, oceans and trees find family- Cautions: About 5 coarse words -- Feb. 6) – A first-century donkey, dove shout to everyone on the planet: friendly con - a crowd. That’s one reason he wears a OMG (3), misuse of “God” (1), misuse and sheep accompany Mary and toy-like space helmet. Sure, it conveys God exists, and He is glorious. tent on of “Jesus” (1). Two teens kiss, twice. We Joseph on their journey to Bethlehem. It’s not enough to save you (that Netflix, which spoiled my previ - his passion for science, but it also hides also see two fights. Recommended for the entire family. his face. comes only through special reve - ous favorite show – The Crown – Also on DVD this month: Rated PG for some thematic elements. lation – Scripture), but general with sexuality and excessive lan - But now Auggie is exiting the com - Only The Brave (PG-13 – DVD Feb. Steve McQueen, American Icon fortable confines of homeschooling revelation is enough for every guage in season 2. (Although you 6, digital Jan. 23) – Based on a true (Unrated – DVD Feb. 20, digital Feb. 6) person on Earth to be in awe of can filter out the bad stuff with and entering fifth grade in a public set - story of a “hotshot” firefighting crew – He starred in more than 30 films and ting – a setting that could lead to stares, the Creator. VidAngel.) that lost 19 members during an out-of- 20 TV series during the 1950s, ‘60s and Are you still awake? Good. scorn and ridicule. control 2013 Arizona wildfire. Only ‘70s and was the highest-paid actor in Will his classmates accept him? Because Netflix now is stream - Also streaming this month: The Brave has a solid pro-family mes - Hollywood. But toward the end of his ing Planet Earth 2, which is one The 2017 inspirational hit Wonder sage and a redemptive element, but life – sensing a void – he found Christ, (PG) will release on DVD Feb. 13 and of the best nature documen - Netflix tons of coarse language (I counted 70 as we learn in this documentary. taries you’ll ever see and one that Lincoln (PG-13, Feb. 21) – digital platforms Jan. 30, giving fami - words). Rated PG-13 for thematic con - Recommended for older children, lies the opportunity to watch and dis - may leave your jaw dropping at Directed and produced by tent, some sexual references, language teens and the entire family. No lan - the incredible world God made. Steven Spielberg, this 2012 film cuss one of the best films ever made on and drug material. guage or sexuality. Minimal violence. the subject of bullying. It stars Jacob In other words, Planet Earth 2 is spotlights Abraham Lincoln’s Same Kind of Different As Me (PG- Coco (PG -- DVD Feb. 27, digital general revelation on display … push to pass the 13th Tremblay as Auggie, Owen Wilson as 13 – DVD Feb. 20, digital Feb. 6) – An Feb. 13) – The latest Pixar film is color - his father, Julia Roberts as his mom, in high definition. Amendment that abolished slav - art dealer gets a new perspective on life ful, funny … and full of theological Like its predecessor Planet ery. It makes some historical and Izabela Vidovic as his teenage sis - and family when he befriends a home - problems. It’s based on Día de los ter, Via. Earth (2006), Planet Earth 2 blunders and includes a bit too less man. Based on a New York Times Muertos (“Day of the Dead”), a (2016) was filmed by BBC much language, but is a fun Wonder is not a faith-based movie, bestseller of the same name, this one Mexican holiday in which families but its message is clear: Every person is Nature and gives you up-close watch for history lovers. (Its use spotlights forgiveness in a way that may build shrines within their home to views of obscure and well- of the f-word and its inclusion of valuable. The film’s focus nearly gets surprise you. It also puts Romans 8:28 deceased ancestors so as to commune derailed with a pair of fights that seem - known animals doing things you Lincoln saying s—t is likely inac - and its implications on display. with and remember their relatives. Yes, didn’t know were possible. It is curate.) Rated PG-13 for an ingly endorse violence, but that can be Recommended for teens and adults. those dead relatives come to life in fixed with a post-movie family talk. narrated by David intense scene of war violence, Rated PG-13 for thematic elements Coco. Rated PG for thematic elements. Attenborough, whose distin - some images of carnage and Wonder is rated PG for thematic ele - including some violence and language –Film reviewer Michael Foust is the ments including bullying, and some guished British accent alone brief strong language. (one misuse of h—l and four instances husband of an amazing wife and the makes it worth a watch. mild language. It is based on a chil - of the n-word). father of four small children. dren’s book by the same name. My 9-year-old son and I are in The Star (PG – DVD Feb. 20, digital the middle of a Planet Earth 2 Hulu binge, and we have enjoyed every Akeelah and the Bee (PG, Feb. minute: Draco lizards flying 1) — An 11-year-old girl from a through the forest air, grizzly rough part of Los Angeles has Relax after the busy holiday season with new releas - bears tip-toeing across ava - success in the Scripps National She has led worship for countless lanche-prone snow, and sword- Spelling Bee. Writer/director churches and congregations through - billed humming birds – who Doug Atchison said his goal for music scene out her ministry and is a regular clini - have a beak longer than their the 2005 film was to show an by Cedric Austin cian at varying body – hunting for nectar. African-American girl defying worship semi - There also are plenty of prey- stereotypes and overcoming nars and vs.-predator scenes, so you’ve challenges. Rated PG for some Happy February, everyone. We schools. She been warned. Racer snakes chase language. made it through Thanksgiving, has founded iguana babies in a deadly game Christmas, New Year’s and my birth - and directed that must be seen to be believed, day. It looks like we get to take a quick several various and lions attempt to corner and Amazon Prime breather before we celebrate Valentines music groups eat a giraffe – with the latter Logan Lucky (PG-13, Feb. 16) Day. It seems at times we can go including the doing a little Houdini trick to – A down-on-his-luck father and throughout our days, weeks and Guy Penrod - Acoustic Hymns - NY Mass escape. a few friends decide to rob the months staying busy, but I would like Children's Of course, Planet Earth 2 Charlotte Motor Speedway. to encourage you to take a moment to Spring House - Capitol Kayden Slay - The Mercy of Jesus - Gospel Choir, includes a “millions of years” Logan Lucky (2016) is one of the breathe. Take a moment to have God the New Life framework, but that can be fixed funniest comedies I’ve seen, but moments in your day-to-day lives. God People & Songs - Independent Bradley Bridges - Jesus Is King (Single) - Center Children's Choir and Advanced with a parent-child discussion. it’s not without its problems. It speaks in the quiet. Make sure you can Children's Choir, the NLC Young (Although, to its credit, the contains about 26 coarse words hear His voice. Independent Zealand Worship - Liberated - Word Ladies Ensemble, and others. Charity series includes a reference to and a character who dresses February New Releases Records - Word Charity Gayle has earned a BA in Music from the animals being “blessed,” too.) slightly provocatively. Still, it Elevation Collective - Evidence - Charity Gayle is an emerging University at Buffalo. Charity has just Even the prey-predator scenes contains no sex jokes – a rare Elevation Worship Records Michael W. Christian artist, songwriter, and sea - released the full album, “Lord You Are can spark a Bible discussion. feat in a Hollywood comedy. Smith - A Million Lights - Fuel Music - soned worship leader. Currently based My Song.” This entire album is one of After all, Scripture implies Rated PG-13 for language and New Day Jekayln Carr - One Nation in Buffalo, N.Y., working as a worship my favorites. It’s hard to choose which (Isaiah 65:25) that animals won’t some crude comments. Under God - LMG - New Day eat each other in the future king - pastor and music ministry director, n Please see MUSIC page 17 Topeka Metro Voice ______MetroVoiceNews.com ______Facebook/MetroVoiceNews ______February 2018 • 17 The past shaping the future…even in love

by Jeanette Gardner Littleton into choosing where her loyalties lie: words. To me they mean conditioning conscience and consequence—does for an endurance race, a race of sur - Books with a romance plot in the she care more for Ben or for her vival. I didn’t realize I was learning this hearts of them are consistent favorites beloved South? until years afterwards, until my grand - among readers. Heart of America Into Destiny’s Whirlwind, the sec - mother went to live with Jesus. Christian Writers Network (HACWN) ond book of the Destiny series, begins What is the most unexpected thing about member Catherine Brakefield has had in March 1898 in the process of writing romances? some short, personal-experience sto - Emerald, Kentucky, Learning that writing it is a team ries printed, but her real love is writing just before the effort. Writing consists of research and romances. She came to a HACWN Spanish-American editing. A writer needs a good agent conference with a dream in her heart War erupts. Collina backing her and a fantastic editor and and talked to a publisher about her McConnell is trying to publisher to make sure the writer’s ideas. That publisher ended up accept - get home to her family work shines. For your survival kit, you ing her work, and now Catherine’s liv - when her wagon will need plenty of patience, persever - ing her dream. Since February is the becomes stuck and a dashing Rough ance, and prayer to be among the win - month of love, we wanted to ask her Rider offers his help. Set in the Gibson ners of this publishing world. about her books, which also point Era, this spellbinding novel of love and readers to God’s love. hate tells an unforgettable story of the What do you hope your readers get out of Tell us about your books. Old South. reading your novels? I never I thought I’d ever write his - Most important thing I hope my torical Why did you decide to write historical readers take from my novels is the truth romance. romance? about the people throughout history My grand - The only subject in school I enjoyed who made this mother was history. I would devour American nation what it gave me history books. I even wrote two picto - has become. One the inspi - rial history books for Arcadia nation under Skillet and for KING & COUNTRY ration, and Publishing while writing for a local God. Indivisible. now, I have newspaper in Lapeer, Michigan, The greatest schedule April concert in Topeka two histor - Contemporary Christian artists several years. We have even shared Images of America, The Lapeer Area, nation on the ical Skillet and for KING & COUNTRY the stage performing songs together. and Images of America Eastern Lapeer earth today. romances, will perform April 14 at the Kansas But finally, we are joining forces for County. However, as you know, true Why is it the Wilted Expocentre. "joy.UNLEASHED | our own tour. It will be an uplifting, stories oftentimes end unhappily, and I greatest? Because Dandelions and Swept into Destiny. The Tour" marks the second time energetic, exciting show where fans am a sucker for a happy ending. we serve a great God. If my readers get The next, Into Destiny’s Whirlwind, is these two critically-acclaimed, top- will get to see something they have any more than this from my novels, scheduled to release April 17. selling acts share the stage for an never seen from both acts before." Why did you choose romance as your they would have gotten the essence of Can you give us a little taste of each? incredibly theatrical, high energy Soaring melodies, driving writing style? our loving God toward a stumbling, Wilted Dandelions takes place dur - and laser/pyro-filled show. rhythms, personal themes, and the - The thought of writing a good undeserving nation. The love a good ing the Second Great Awakening in “We are very excited to be able to atrical instrumentation & perform - romance was always in the back of my God bestowed upon an imperfect peo - 1837. Rachael Rothburn, a high-spirit - secure this event,” said Kellen Seitz, ances are the heartbeat of two-time mind. After all, God is the inventor of ple like the McConnells in the Destiny ed woman who feels she doesn’t need a general manager at the Expocentre. Grammy Award winners, for KING romance and, as you can see with series, imperfect survivors each and husband, wants to become a mission - Skillet has cemented their place as & COUNTRY. The Australian duo, Abraham and Sarah, Isaac and every one of them, sinners, but willing ary in the American West and enters a one of the 21st century’s most suc - comprised of brothers Joel & Luke Rebecca, Ruth and Boaz. God loves a to repent. Life may knock them down, marriage of convenience to be repre - cessful rock bands. Selling more Smallbone, garnered unanimous good romance, and love just naturally but they never quit. sented by the missionary alliance. In than 12 million units worldwide, the critical praise with their latest follows behind! Ahh, a happy ending. I hope to show my readers to their the process of co-existing, she and her Wisconsin quartet have received two album – Run Wild. Live Free. Love all-star destination through my charac - faux-husband discover God doesn’t GRAMMY® Award nominations Strong, celebrated a RIAA Certified You mentioned your grandmother first ters’ ordeals, trials, and highs and lows, create coincidences—He designs possi - and won a Billboard Music Award Gold record, #1 debut on iTunes, a gave you the inspiration to write? and help them hear in the wee regions bilities. for the double-platinum certified headlining tour with 28 sold-out Through the twelve years my grand - of their heart their Lord and Savior say - Swept into Destiny is the first book Awake. Their double-platinum sin - shows and a 60-date arena tour. Two mother lived with my family and me, I ing, “Well done good and faithful ser - of a four-book series and takes place in gle “Monster” currently has over 118 singles from their debut album, came to learn by watching her how to vant.” Maryville, Tennessee, during the ante - million plays (and counting) on Crave also achieved Gold status – survive the challenges of life’s trials. Jeanette Gardner Littleton is co- bellum era. Maggie Gatlan is secretly Spotify, earning the distinction of their crossover hit “Fix My Eyes” Looking back now, she has become my director of Heart of America Christian educating slaves when she meets Ben becoming “the best-selling digital and “The Proof Of Your Love.” role model throughout the trying years Writers Network (www.HACWN.org). McConnell, an Irish immigrant. An single in the history of Christian Their music has surpassed of the publishing race. Patience, perse - The next HACWN conference is Oct. unexpected chain of events leads her Music” and continuous mainstay on 200,000,000 streams. In October verance, and tenacity are not just 18-20, 2018. Billboard's Year End Chart. 2013’s 2016 the Smallbone brothers ing grin, Guy is a nificant part of the personality that is Rise bowed at #4 on the Billboard released the indie film, Priceless, presence that is Guy Penrod. “Blessed Assurance” is the Top 200 upon release and received about human trafficking. MUSIC easily recognized. brand-new release from Guy. Guy resounding and eclectic acclaim "We have so many memories continued from page 16 Beyond that, there chose these hymns because of their from the likes of USA Today, New when it comes to our friendship and of the songs on this album are my is substance power to touch and renew your soul. York Times, Revolver, Loudwire and history with Skillet," explains Joel favorites, but I will list a few. The behind the style, This album reflects his signature per - more. Their latest album, and Luke of for KING & COUN - album begins with “Amen”which is a because Penrod’s sonality while spotlighting Guy’s Unleashed, debuted at #3 on the TRY. "As teenagers we remember ballad reminding us of the strength of authenticity causes unmistakable rich tones and country- Billboard 200 and topped watching their sets from side of our God. A few others, “Lord, You Are people to listen to what he has to say. influenced style that graced stages and Billboard's Top Christian albums stage. They headlined the very first My Song” which is the title cut, Psalm Guy’s rasp-tinged country style vocals attracted audiences from The Grand chart. The first single “Feel tour we were ever on! It's a real 100 and “Divine Exchange.” Charity and experience on stage over the years, Ole’ Opry and The Sydney Opera Invincible” went to #1 on the Rock honor and joy for us to have the then takes you right to the throne have given him the ability to be relaxed House to Carnegie Hall. These fresh Radio chart, and earned RIAA Gold privilege of touring together." room with “Cleansed”, “Nothing but and confident in every setting. He has a arrangements invite listeners to sing Certification. The track “Stars” was The duo is also scheduled to the Blood” and “Look What The Lord stage presence that few can pull off. In along to timeless lyrics of eternal truth featured in the soundtrack for the perform during Young Christians Has Done.” I encourage you to not just addition, the music industry reflects and hope. “Classics” features some of motion picture The Shack, released Weekend in Branson, Mo, on April take my word for it. Go get this album Guy’s popularity. His DVD release, The his most requested hits from his 14-yr last March. Stemming from 7. They are now working on their now. You will not regret it. Charity’s Best of Guy Penrod, was certified plat - tenure as lead singer with the renowned Unleashed, Skillet was nominated third full-length, original album music can be purchased on all digital inum by the RIAA, a claim few can Gaither Vocal Band, where he became for 3 additional Billboard Music set to release in 2018. For more media outlets. match in any genre. The Best of Guy internationally known for his power - Awards. For more information go to information go to Penrod highlights some of Guy’s musi - house vocals and broad singing range. www.skillet.com. www.forKINGANDCOUNTRY.com Guy Penrod cal history while escorting the viewer Produced by Penrod, the new collec - "Very excited to be touring with .Tickets for the Topeka concert are By appearance alone, Guy has a sig - into the home and farm of Guy, Angie tion contains “The Baptism of Jesse my friends, for KING & COUN - available at the Kansas Expocentre nature look that is recognized around and their children. Living the country Taylor,” “The Old Rugged Cross Made TRY!" shares Skillet's John Cooper. box office or through the world. From hair to height, belt life and being a family man (father to the Difference,” “Yes I know,” “Then "We have been talking about it for Ticketmaster.com. buckle to boots, piercing eyes to engag - seven sons and one daughter) are a sig - Came the Morning,” “Because He 18 • February 2018 ______MetroVoiceNews.com ______Facebook/MetroVoiceNews ______Topeka Metro Voice AA GGuuiiddee ttoo EEnnjjooyyiinngg LLiiffee iinn tthhee BBeesstt YYeeaarrss 5500++LLiiffeessttyyHlleeelp yssour loved one with loneliness healthy living the caregiver Winter is a lonely time for older adults. Sometimes an older adult lacks a network of family and friends; other times he or she may withdraw into isolation as a result of health conditions, depression or mental ill - ness. Physical limitations such as a fear of falling can keep an older adult isolated in her home, as can fatigue, chronic pain or shame over memory How is that January STAYING problems. Here are several facts about loneliness resolution coming? MENTALLY Fact: Loneliness Harms Your By Larry Lewis Brain adults to want to “age in place” in driving at night or on unfamiliar ACTIVE their own homes, and you may hear routes. Call your local Area Agency A fitness program is one of the Interesting new research is show - 1. Watch your carbs: best things you can do to lose weight, ing that loneliness may speed the strong opinions on this topic from on Aging and get a list of all the trans - Processed or rapidly digested but it is also essential for good health. onset of dementia. Research found your parents and older loved ones. portation resources in your loved carbs (like white flour, white that 13 percent who reported feeling But this may not be such a good idea, one’s area. The biggest problem isn’t nor - rice, sugar and packaged foods mally getting started on a fitness pro - lonely developed dementia over three experts say; studies show that those 4. Help your loved one find sup - like crackers, cookies and who live alone are prone to a host of port groups. When older adults with gram but sticking to it. You have to chips) increase the risk of years, as compared with 6 percent make a commitment to your fitness with strong social support. health issues compared with those health problems find support from coronary heart disease, who are married or living in a group others with the same condition, it program every day making it according to the Fact: Loneliness Harms Your one of your priorities. Harvard Nurses Study, Heart living situation. helps with loneliness and depression. It’s not as hard or compli - which followed almost There’s a link between loneliness 3. Set up transportation options. They may also get valuable informa - cated as most people make 120,000 female nurses and fatal heart disease. A Harvard Ask anyone who works with older tion and motivation to seek help for out. When most people think for eight years. When you study of 44,000 people with heart adults living on their own: One of the their health condition. about losing weight through exer - go low-carb, you control carb disease found that 8 percent of biggest factors behind isolation is By Melanie Haiken writes for cise, they think of taking their body intake. By eliminating added patients who lived alone died after lack of transportation. Many older WebMD, and the Blue Cross/Blue to breaking point and the agony of sugar and focusing on whole four years, compared with 5.7 of adults no longer drive, or they fear Shield websites. the after affects, but it doesn’t have to foods, including foundation those who lived with a spouse or oth - be like that. vegetables, as your core carbo - ers. Here are some tips: hydrates, you are eliminating Fact: Loneliness Kills • You lose fat by burning off more those processed carbs that put calories than you eat. 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Topeka, KS 66603 Fax 785-783-3599 Topeka Metro Voice ______MetroVoiceNews.com ______Facebook/MetroVoiceNews ______February 2018 • 19 The Benefits of In-Home Care for Seniors with Dementia BY CAROL BRADLEY BURSACK a schedule similar to the one a sen - Providing Meaningful ior followed pre-dementia can help Engagement Family caregivers are now better reduce anxiety and confusion. For Knowledge of the clinical aspects able to take advantage of services example, an elder who watched the of dementia allows professionals to offered by home care companies. I nightly news after dinner each better serve their clients and enrich certainly took advantage of these evening for years may feel a sense of their lives. Perceptive caregivers services throughout my time caring normalcy when it’s switched on, can provide a positive environ - for multiple seniors, including my even if they don’t completely under - ment for dementia patients by parents and an elderly neighbor. stand what they are watching. learning about a senior’s interests The biggest challenge I faced, A fundamental aspect of home before they developed the disease though, was when I hired profes - care is that services are provided for and adapting the way they engage sional caregivers for loved ones who all clients (with and without demen - in these meaningful activities. For had dementia. The caregivers were tia) according to personalized example, if golf is something the not always sure how to handle scheduling tools called care plans. elder enjoyed, they may visit a golf unusual behaviors associated with This organizational technique easily course for a walk or to watch oth - Alzheimer's or the tricky situations translates into a set routine for ers play the game. to provide as much or as little they created. Thankfully, due to dementia patients who thrive on When Home Care Isn’t Sensory stimulation is another assistance as a family requires, and Enough increased awareness of the unique familiarity. Professional caregivers crucial component of dementia changes can be made as often as challenges that Alzheimer's disease are trained to facilitate daily activi - The time for thinking about a care, especially in the later stages of necessary. Services can be move to assisted living or a nursing and other forms of dementia pres - ties at the appropriate times and cognitive impairment. Studies show unskilled or skilled in nature and ent, reputable home care companies provide assistance as needed. home is different for everyone. The that participating in music, dance, can be provided occasionally for decision depends on whether family across the country are providing Humans are creatures of habit, and or other art activities has a positive respite or on an around-the-clock their employees with proper train - preserving these very personal and members and hired caregivers are effect on mental health, physical basis. This flexibility is a signifi - able to cope with changes in a ing. Experienced and informed deeply ingrained routines can help health, and social functioning in cant advantage for caregivers and caregivers can provide benefits to them retain some control and senior’s condition. A competent older adults. An experienced care - seniors who are dealing with pro - home care company will closely both seniors and their family mem - understanding of what is going on giver will work to engage clients in gressive diseases such as dementia. bers that make in-home care well around them. monitor their ability to provide the activities even as interests and abili - As a loved one’s condition pro - best care for their patients. Should a worth considering. ties change. gresses, professional caregivers Specialized Training for client’s needs surpass what is denot - offer the adaptability necessary in Specialized Services ed in their current care plan, the Care in a Familiar Care That Evolves with the caring for an individual with Home care companies provide company will let the family know Environment Client Alzheimer’s and related demen - that additional services or a change The biggest value home care assistance with activities of daily In-home care can be customized tias. in setting is needed. offers is the obvious fact that the living, companionship and many elder can remain in his or her home. other core services. In addition, This option is far less disorienting many companies offer professional for a dementia patient than a move training in dementia care for their to an assisted living facility or a employees. Common aspects of nursing home. Familiar environ - this training include methods for ments offer a great deal of security staying engaged with the senior, and peace of mind for individuals managing often unpredictable with dementia. If a company’s care - behaviors, communicating effec - givers are well-versed in dementia tively, and breaking down activities care, in-home care can be the ideal into smaller steps that are easier to starting point for families who need manage. Safety is also a substantial extra help with their loved ones and part of this education, since seniors aren't yet ready to think about with dementia may be prone to placement in a long-term care facil - wandering. ity. There are a number of training programs and schools of thought Patients Find Comfort in when it comes to dementia care, so Routines be sure to inquire about the partic - Just as familiar surroundings are ular education a home care com - safe and soothing, the same can be pany provides or requires of its said for daily routines. Maintaining caregivers.

8 20 • February 2018 ______MetroVoiceNews.com ______Facebook/MetroVoiceNews ______Topeka Metro Voice system. Maybe it’s the coach. Who knows? Who cares? It still takes a man to throw the ball and run the offense and face it, nobody does it better than Brady. Don’t get me wrong. I’m not a Patriots fan or a Brady fan, but I do The New England Patriots made it would consider jerks. recognize greatness when I see it. I Michael Vick Shares Story to the Super Bowl, yet again, where This is his 8th Super Bowl appear - don’t remember seeing some of the they will play the Philadelphia Eagles, ance. He’s been to the AFC great players of yesteryear; Johnny of Finding His Faith With who overcame the loss of their starting Championship 12 times. He is literally Unitas, Bart Starr, Otto Graham or Sid quarterback during the regular season the best quarterback in the his - Luckman, but I do remember players and made it to the big game anyway. tory of the league. Here are a from the mid 70’s on and Brady is bet - Liberty University Students I think it’s quite comical how few of his records: Most regu - ter than all of them, even my favorite, everyone hates the Patriots. Ok, I lar season wins by a quarter - John Elway! realize that not everyone hates back (187). Most Division titles Stats don’t lie. Brady will go down as them, but I only know one family (14). Most Super Bowl appear - the greatest quarterback in the history that likes them. A friend of mine ances (7). Most Super Bowl wins (5). of the NFL and he’ll be a first ballot that I’ve known since I was in first Most Super Bowl MVP’s (4). Most Hall of Famer. I know that everyone is grade and he was a fan way back then, playoff wins (25). Most playoff touch - tired of Brady and the Patriots, but over 40 years. So I give him a break. down passes (63). Most playoff pass - don’t hate on them. Hate on your own One thing about him though, is he ing yards (9,094). Most Super Bowl AFC team that can’t seem to beat never gloats about his team. He’s not touchdown passes (15). Most Super them. Since 2001, the Patriots have the “rude” Patriot fan that everyone Bowl passing yards (2,071). They say ruled the AFC with an iron fist. You assumes are out there. that a quarterback is judged by his want to get mad, get mad at your team Sure, there a lot of “rude” fans, but postseason performance. There you for not doing what’s necessary to why do people think that an opposing go. The most prolific quarterback in knock them off. prayers that God will give him the By Jenni Fink | IJR.com team’s fans are the worst? Every team the history of the NFL playoffs is Tom My suggestion is, just enjoy the ride right words to say to make him the in every sport has fans that are jerks. Brady. and realize that when you watch Brady Former NFL player Michael Vick best role model, husband, and father Yeah, I’ve met many Chiefs fans that I The guy flat out wins! 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With more than 6,000 members, kitchen. company for the job, you should do the organization represents profession - al remodelers who adhere to a strict

code of ethics. Many hold certifications in remodeling, kitchen and bath design and lead carpentry. Find more infor - mation and resources at NARI.org. Step 4 – Understand the Plan Communication is key in a success - ful remodeling project. Keep the lines of communication open between you, the remodeling contractor and the work crew. Don’t be afraid to ask questions. Let them know your family’s schedule and whether you have pets confined somewhere. Make sure to specify the best way to reach you, such as phone, in-person or e- mail, and how often you wish to communicate with your remodeling contractor about your project. Step 5 – Complete the Project While the dust is set - tling and the remodel is almost finished, take a moment to walk through your project and note any adjust - ments that need to be made while the contrac - tor is still on site. Contractors often pro - vide guarantees of workmanship, so find out what they cover and for how long then include this information 22 • February 2018 ______MetroVoiceNews.com ______Facebook/MetroVoiceNews ______Topeka Metro Voice Wanamaker Woods Church of the Nazarene NNeeww RReessiiddeenntt CChhuurrcchh GGuuiiddee Sunday Services: 12. BUCK CREEK COUNTRY CHURCH 1. The Great I AM Church 8:30 AM Traditional Worship Meeting at Buck Creek School House Breaking Traditions 9:45 AM Bible study--all ages 5 mi. east of Perry on Hwy 24, 13th & Phillips Rd. Non-Denominational 11 AM Contemporary Worship Childrens Sunday School - 8:30 a.m. Pastor Cordell Fischer Worship Service - 9:00 a.m. 2523 SE Indiana 7. TOPEKA BAPTIST CHURCH Contacts: Logan Barnett 785-597-5498, (785) 861-0422 “Finding NEW LIFE in CHRIST” Scott Bond 423-0406, Jack Snavely 760-3513 www.greatIAMchurch.com Sunday Worship 9:30 & 10:45am, 5pm ~ Sunday School for all ages ~ 13. 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