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See inside back cover! Great Expectations At its roots, the Sunday School move - in Marriage? ment was a response to the need for edu - cation for children who worked in facto - ries all week and found themselves aimless, uneducated and without purpose on Sundays. Urban families embraced the ini - by Calah Alexander them to the park — sometimes. But born, I reached the end of my rope. I tiative and benefactors helped it flourish. those were supplementary additions was tired of my kids fighting over the When public education took hold, the Five years ago, our family lifestyle to our unhealthy, sedentary lifestyle. remote, tired of my clothes not fit - movement focused its efforts on teaching was not healthy. We ate dessert every A lifestyle that was making all of us ting, and tired of feeling so dang the Story of God, and remained one of the night and spent so much time in unhealthy, lazy, and miserable. tired. Perhaps most importantly, I most significant means of neighborhood front of the TV that weekend movie Those might seem like harsh was desperate for some sort of connection and outreach. In the United nights increasingly became an exten - words, but I chose them because meaningful connection with my States, key publishing houses arose to meet sive search for something we *had - they’re true. They were true then, family. So I signed us all up for taek - the need for resources. The movement by Shane M. Jones n’t* already seen. however much I tried to ignore it or wondo. flourished until the 1970s, and then began to wane. I have many occasions in which I Sure, I fed my kids token greens excuse it away as “survival mode.” Yes, all of us — me included. In am able to see marriages at their with dinner — sometimes. I took After my youngest child Isaac was n Please see LIFESTYLE page 4 n Please see SUMMIT page 3 worst. What would be more accurate to say is, “I see people at their worst in their marriages.” A friend of mine said to me one day Name Change Reflects Move Toward Holistic Services that, “most expec - “It is not enough to offer someone and hope to all those served, this tations are usually a sandwich unless it is accompanied long-term approach sought to move pre-planned by the possibility of learning how to people from crisis situations to sus - resentments.” All of stand on one’s own two feet. Charity tainable hope for the future. us have expecta - that leaves the poor person as he is, is Today, Catholic Charities is poised tions, and we are not sufficient. True mercy, the mercy to take a major step in realizing this Jones not bad for having God gives to us and teaches us, goal. them. The problem with expecta - demands justice, it demands that the Since the name Emergency tions is that we often involve others in those expectations without them poor find the way to be poor no Assistance Center no longer reflects being very aware that they are part of longer.” -- Pope Francis Catholic Charities’ focus on holistic our plan; this is when we are working models of service for our brothers on the “pre-planned resentments.” In 2012, Catholic Charities of and sisters, input was sought from What is behind the tendency to Northeast Kansas began a shift away managers, senior staff, program staff have too many and too high of from one-time, crisis intervention and volunteers over the course of expectations? First, we have to look programs towards self-sustainability several months. Together, they rec - at our sin nature when looking at by offering long-term wrap-around ommended re-naming Catholic There has been discussion about of view of an individual. The word expectations. By nature, we are self - services. While Catholic Charities Charities’ seven sites to Family the use of the word family, and how family implies the call of Catholic will always provide food, clothing Support Centers. n Please see MARRIAGE page 2 it might be perceived from the point n Please see NAME CHANGE page 2 2 • August 2019 ______MetroVoiceNews.com ______Facebook/MetroVoiceNews ______Topeka Metro Voice ‘Christianity is an evil cult’: MARRIAGE continued from page 1 Life Lessons Frosmeem liake IL haid ttle One What Chinese students are taught ish and self seeking, striving to fill the REAL PRAYERS really meant it. desires of the “flesh.” (Romans 7:5) We by Jessica S. Hosman My heart was are not going to always look out for the suddenly over - needs of others, but rather our own, We were out of town visiting family whelmed by an even when we have told ourselves we are as the adults talked and Zechariah awkward con - invested in the good of others, we will and his cousin played in the other viction. He was Jessica Hosman often see later that we were striving to room. I stood in the kitchen, attempt - right. It wasn’t a meet much of our own need. Another ing to engage in grown-up conversa - real prayer. It was mindless words I reason we develop unrealistic expecta - tion, when my son tried impatiently spoke to the air in attempt to go tions is because of the way marriage was to get my attention and interrupt on through the motions of what he modeled to us. Often individuals never numerous occasions. I admit – I was expected me to say. I justified my saw their parents disagree in front of irritated. And was ignoring all the actions because outwardly I said the them, and so when they have disagree - warning signs that an attempt for right thing; but I didn’t mean them. ments in their marriage, they not only negative attention (which we know And I certainly wasn’t focusing on This week the Trump administration mother to give up her faith, because don’t know how to handle it, but also are for kids is better than no attention) God when I spoke. announced plans to punish Chinese offi - “Christianity is an evil cult” and she “must - very discouraged because they expected would soon be here. Images of similar instances began cials involved in persecution by preventing n’t believe in it.”” that they would not have that level of The dishwasher was open at the racing through my thoughts: meal - their entry into the United States. The “problem.” A more common twist on time and somehow he walked into it. time, bedtime, church services… how moves comes as more evidence that the The mother was horrified by the shift in what we experienced growing up is that From there, a new level of drama many other times have I been guilty Chinese government continues to tighten her son’s attitude. a person will be prone to having such a began. From the performance that of saying the words without really its grip on Christianity by actively discour - “Before starting school, I told my child desire to not have the stressful marriage ensued, you would have thought it engaging with God in the process? aging students to engage in things of faith. about God’s creation, and he believed it,” they saw their parents have, that they will had torn his leg off. But really, I had God doesn’t want our words. He Under the last year’s new Regulations on she explained. “But after being taught at place expectations on themselves and seen from the corner of my eye that wants our heart. He doesn’t want our Religious Affairs legislation, schoolchild - school, my child is like a different person. their mate that says, “we will not do what the leg and dishwasher door barely rituals. He wants true engagement. ren are even encouraged to report any In atheistic China, these pure and innocent I saw Mom and Dad do, so if we do hap - touched one another. In tears, he Every time. family members who espouse Christian children have been taught to hate God.” pen to end up there, it must be your fault came over to me for the comfort he Maybe this encounter in a kitchen views. because I certainly did not want this!” was accustomed to. But quite honest - was simply a lesson for me to become According to Chinese persecution Turning Children Against the How can the problem of GREAT ly, I was still irritated that I couldn’t more aware of the greater need for watchdog, Bitter Winter, the new policy Faith of Their Parents EXPECTATIONS be avoided? First finish my conversation and now dual - sincerity within when I’m engaging in has created fierce rifts amongst families as there must be a coming to terms with the ly frustrated by the behavior. Rather prayer. But perhaps I’m not the only children are encouraged to questions and “If your mom goes to church and sin of our own flesh, and how fallen this than adding fuel to an already burn - one challenged by the question posed. undermine the religious beliefs of those believes in God, she doesn’t want you as “body of death” is. We must seek con - ing fire though, I wrapped my arm Are our words to God “real prayers” closest to them. In addition, the youngsters her child anymore.” Those were the vicious stantly for the Lord’s grace and mercy in around him, emotionlessly said “God, every time? Or are they sometimes are fully aware that, if they report members words uttered by a headteacher at a school our lives as we strive to keep our eye’s please heal up Zechariah’s leg and of their family, it could result in their arrest in Henan Province. ritualistic platitudes void of true Another school screened a propaganda fixed on Jesus, and not the selfish make it better,” then quickly sent him communion or thought? One brings and prosecution. desires/expectations that we all hold “My teacher says that Christianity is an video to students in which Jesus-followers on his way. He left the room with his forth life and deeper relationship with were depicted as big scary monsters. After within ourselves, this is done best by head hung low and new tears fresh in God. I envision the other ushering in evil cult,” one boy explained to his mother. staying in God’s word on a consistent “[That] if you believe in it, you will leave the presentation was complete, a teacher his eyes. a response similar to my son’s when warned that Christian relatives might “cast basis. Second, we must develop a Two days after we had returned he solemnly walked out of the kitchen home and not take care of me. You might greater servant’s heart for the one we set yourself on fire, too.” spells” on the youngsters. home from our trip, Zechariah asked with his head hung low. Zechariah have made a covenant to, and seek to After discovering a wildly anti-Christian One of the parents at the school said me if I remembered the incident in knew I wasn’t genuine, but so did serve rather than be served. school textbook in her son’s backpack, the that, following these actions, her son the kitchen when he had “hurt” his God. In matters big or small, I don’t Every marriage needs to have the mom hid many of the items that marked actively opposed her reading religious leg. I had not thought about it again, want to make that mistake again. I assurance that their partner is in it to the her as a believer — this was done to help books in the family home. Another stu - but recalled the scenario as he spoke. want heartfelt connection with the end and won’t let themselves consider her son with his anxiety. dent was terrified that his mom was going He asked if it was a “real prayer” I had Creator. And I’m grateful for the con - ending the marriage. The stabilizing fac - But it didn’t help. Things got worse, as to be led away by police. prayed for him at the time. His face viction brought forth by a little boy’s tor of a commitment to not leave the Bitter Winter noted: Others students were advised to “super - became downcast once again as he drama which stirred up that desire marriage contributes greatly to a health “A month later, when her son found vise” their parents to ensure that they don’t proceeded to tell me that it didn’t once again. another religious leaflet in his mother’s bag partake in any religious activities. and strong expectation that a couple can by chance, he angrily took a fruit knife “It leads to a dead-end,” one young said build on. It has been wonderful for my from the kitchen and fiercely poked several of his dad’s Christian faith. “If you attend wife and I to be able to express to our lives.” holes in it. Holding the pierced-through gatherings, you will be arrested.” children the confidence they can put in NAME CHANGE Each of the Family Support leaflet on the knife, he threatened his –Faithwire Services our promise to always stay faithful to the continued from page 1 Centers will be hosting an open marriage. To always be faithful is the house throughout the month of kind of expectation that is a must for any Charities to serve the one human August. The public is invited to marriage, which is the ultimate servant’s family. attend, meet staff and learn more heart. Just remember how good it feels “I am grateful for the continued about the full continuum of services when we ponder the words of Jesus, “I work to serve the poor within our offered. In Topeka, the Open House will never leave you, nor forsake you.” Family Support Centers,” says will be August 28 from 2-4pm. In Pass that expectation along in your mar - Lauren Solidum, President and riage, today! 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metrovoicenews.com Most of our print articles, plus more, are on our Mobile- ready Breaking- news Website. Topeka Metro Voice ______MetroVoiceNews.com ______Facebook/MetroVoiceNews ______August 2019 • 3 qualified spiritual leaders, pastors, and SUMMIT church planters who can build up the REVIVE TOPEKA – A continued from page 1 Church in the most vulnerable and monthly gathering C5Alive Luncheons to Feature Does the teaching ministry of the unreached urban communities in America Church still hold potential for effectively and across the world. TUMI currently sup - of Body of Christ for Max Manning, Scott Perkins sharing the Story of God and providing a ports 284 TUMI satellites in 16 countries Max Manning will be the fea - caterers. vehicle for transformation, reconciliation, (68 of which are in prisons). prayer in Topeka tured speaker at the August C5 For more details on these and the joy of salvation and common purpose Davis is a graduate of Wheaton College There is something beautiful about the Luncheon, to be held August 8, other events, stay tuned to the in the hearts of our cities? (B.A., Biblical Studies) and Wheaton Body of Christ coming together in one 11:30am to 1pm at Forest Park C5Alive facebook page and web - Graduate School (M. A., Systematic Mary Flin, Director and Dean for The accord to pray for Topeka and pray for Retreat and Convention Center, site: www.C5Alive.org. Theology) with summa cum laude honors Urban Ministry Institute of Topeka one another. 3158 SE 10th St. C5Alive is an organiza - (TUMI) believes that it does. in both degrees. He earned his Ph.D. in REVIVE TOPEKA is an initiative to Religion (2000, Theology and Ethics) from Manning is a co-founder tion founded in 2009, dedi - “In this time of great movement of the bring all the churches in Topeka together of Topeka Rescue Mission cated to developing and Holy Spirit in our cities, we see Sunday the University of Iowa School of Religion. in one accord to pray for the peace and and the founder of Global uniting Christian School teachers, youth workers and other A recipient of numerous awards, he has prosperity of Topeka (2 Chronicles 7:14), Missions Ministries. Leadership in the commu - teaching leaders as the front lines of min - also authored a number of books, curricu - and to pray for people who are in need istry, relationships and reconciliation,” Flin la, and study materials, all to equip, (Ephesians 6:18). The event will take The September 12 C5 nity, involving businesses, said. “We are committed to encouraging, empower, and release biblical leaders to place at Big Gage Shelter house in Gage luncheon will feature Scott non-profits and churches. Manning inspiring and equipping a strengthened serve the Church among the poor and Park on August 16. Perkins and will be held at In addition to monthly movement of Christian education in the oppressed, and display Kingdom transfor - This event is targeted to create a place the Topeka Zoo. “POWER” luncheons held on the urban Church.” mation where they live and minister. for the Body of Christ to come together in Perkins is known as the Country second Thursday of each month, TUMI-Topeka has been teaching urban The theme for the Summit is “Getting unity to worship and have fellowship, Parson from his local radio shows. C5 also hosts periodic business leaders in Topeka for several years, offering Our Story Straight and Telling It Well.” apart from their regular church atten - The cost to attend a fairs and other events, seminary-level classes for just about the “The teaching ministry of the church dance, forgetting denominational barri - luncheon is $10 for C5Alive including EASTERFEST, price of books, serving the urban church has been my vocational love since I was ten ers and other differences. Although members and first-time the annual Topeka Easter by training theologically sound, Christ- years old,” Flin said. “This Summit is a Topeka has faced many social problems guests who RSVP, and $12 Parade and Family Fun centered, Bible-based, contextually-skilled highlight of my life...the opportunity to over the last few years, and large numbers at the door. Non-members Fest, held on N. Kansas leaders. Now, they are offering the first encourage teaching leaders in what I see as of the younger generation are leaving for and other guests pay $15. Avenue and in Garfield Urban Christian Education Summit, to be one of the most vital areas of urban min - opportunities elsewhere, it is hoped that C5 luncheons are open to Park on the day before held on August 10th, from 8 am to 4 pm in istry. Teachers are often the first to see chil - this trend can be reversed, based on 2 the public and everyone is Perkins Easter. the Emerald Ballroom at the Capitol Plaza dren and connect with families and may Chronicles 7:14 welcome to attend, organizers said. C5 members may also sponsor Hotel. have the first opportunity to tell The Story.” “If my people, who are called by my RSVPs and inquiries can be sent to luncheons and other events as a All current or aspiring teaching leaders There is a registration fee of $50 per per - name, will humble themselves and pray [email protected]. way to promote their organiza - and pastors are invited to attend, including son. Funds are being raised for scholar - and seek my face and turn from their C5Alive “POWER” luncheons tions. For more information about Sunday School teachers, youth workers, ships for those who want to attend but can - wicked ways, then I will hear from heav - are held on the second Thursday of C5, go to C5Alive.org, VBS leaders, etc. not pay the fee. The cost for churches who en, and I will forgive their sin and will each month, and meals are catered facebook.com/C5Alive, or call bring their teaching leaders has been Dr. Don Davis will be the primary heal their land.” by Aboud’s/Engroff’s or other fine 785-640-6399. speaker. Dr. Davis is a World Impact Vice capped at $250 for five or more. Pastors and Leaders from Topeka will President and is the Executive Director of There is seating for 180 at the Summit, be praying, preaching and ministering to The Urban Ministry Institute, of which and a full house is expected. Registration the people. Gathering will start at 7:00 TUMI Topeka is a satellite. information can be found at urbanchris - P.M. and is expected to conclude about Davis has been in urban ministry and tianeducationsummit.eventbrite.com. 8:30 P.M It will include prayer, worship, missions with World Impact since 1975. For more information email Mary Flin preaching of word of God and prayers for He has spent his entire ministry career at [email protected]. You can also healing, deliverance and other needs. seeking to raise up a new generation of find TUMITopeka on Facebook. The event is open to all Jesus Christ followers who love to impact the city with the love of Jesus Christ. It is not affiliated Buying or selling a home ? with any particular church or denomina - tion. Next gathering is planned on September 13th in the same venue. No offering will be taken in the meet - ing. This event is supported only through volunteers in Topeka. Come expected to ( 785 ) 414-9124 see the diversity in the Body of Christ worshipping together in one accord. For Ask for John! more information email [email protected] or call 785- www .teambowes. com 215-5664 or follow Facebook page bowes@teambowes. com REVIVE TOPEKA.

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Hanover Pancake House...need I say mor e? 4 • August 2019 ______MetroVoiceNews.com ______Facebook/MetroVoiceNews ______Topeka Metro Voice immune system takes a nose dive. LIFESTYLE Your metabolism slows down. Your Local non-profit needs support for young women’s program continued from page 1 muscles react less quickly, and you You Can Begin Again/You Can Begin lose strength and cardiovascular Again Too, a local non-profit, is launching case you’re wondering, the local function. Now compound those their newest program called Project 3000! taekwondo school didn’t offer adult effects over a week, or a month … is You Can Begin Again/You Can Begin classes at that point, so I took the it any wonder you’re cranky, tired, Again Too is a non-profit organization kids’ class. The little kids’ class, with and it’s hard to get up from the that provides two years of housing, life the 6- to 10-year-olds, who were all couch? Making sleep a priority is the skills training and case management to more coordinated and far more con - easiest, most effective way to reset young women ages 18 to 25 who are aging ditioned than I was. That first class your family’s lifestyle. out of the foster care system. was humiliating, but afterwards my Project 3000! involves an individual or kids were bubbling with excitement. #2 More sunshine group contribution where each person They talked about taekwondo until We spend way too much time commits to a weekly contribution of $5.00 they went to sleep and picked it right indoors, full stop. Not only does this per week (the average cost for a cup of cof - back up in the morning. They loved negatively impact our bodies (think fee), a monthly contribution of $20.00, or that I was doing it with them, and a one-time donation of $260.00 per year. Vitamin D deficiency, crashing ny, John Oechsle, that has stuck with her the organization is asking for 3,000 people embarrassment aside, I loved it too. “It is such a minimal amount to give, to immune system), but it also takes a over the years. He told the employees “I to help with Project 3000! So we kept going. create a great change in the lives of others,” toll on our psychological state. We’ve need help.” At that point and time, staff & For more information or questions Within six months, our family life evolved to respond to external stim - Founder & Executive Director Tina Carter stated. “The young women of supporters of Swiftpage dug in harder and about the program, contact Carter at had completely transformed. We uli — the wind, the sun, the cold, the YCBA/YCBAT would benefit greatly from produced more work because “we were all (720) 300-0029. Donations may be sent to spent evenings at taekwondo, grass under our feet. Depriving our - your consistent annual gift.” in it together.” Carter at You Can Begin Again, 2401 S.E. Monday through Friday. On selves of those stimuli literally Tina Carter now states, “I am telling 11th St., Topeka, KS 66607, or made Saturday nights we would often go YCBA/YCBAT is a 501 c (3) non-profit starves our brains of what they need organization located here in Topeka. each of you, I need your help.” through PayPal on www.youcanbegina - up to the empty gym to practice, or to develop and function properly. YCBA/YCBAT cannot do this alone; gain.org. take turns using the new punching Over the past year, You Can Begin And if you decide to take a walk or Again leased the property at 1316 SW bag in our garage. When we did go for a run once you’re there? Bonus Western from Ullman Properties in hopes watch TV, it was often old seasons of points for more exercise! to provide housing, life skills training and IRS makes changes to EITC Tax American Ninja Warrior — after case management for young women 18- which, inspired, we would go to the #3 More water & nutrients 25 who aged out of the foster care system, Benefit and Child Tax Credit playground and lache across the Making healthy food choices does - as well as young women in the communi - monkey bars or pretend the big slide n’t have to be complicated, especially ty who do not have family or family sup - By Peggy Beasterfield • Indian Tribal Official was the warped wall. We quickly at the beginning. Keep it simple — port. While these young women work Owner, Peggy’s Tax and Accounting Service Statement learned that eating granola bars and drink water, more water, and only through the program, YCBA/YCBAT pays ice cream would make us feel horri - water. Eat food from the earth — the total rent for the participants for the The IRS is If you are using a statement or ble at taekwondo, so we started eat - anything that grew in or out of the first six months. After the first six months, now requiring letter it needs to be on the official ing more nutritiously. The kids ground, that walked on the grass or they contribute $150.00. After 18 months proof of resi - letterhead of the office or agency embraced smoothies and scrambled swam in the ocean. If you want they contribute $250.00, with dency to providing it. Bring one of these eggs, and I picked up the habit of baked goods, make them yourself, or YCBA/YCBAT paying the majority of the claim the documents for each dependent eating the proverbial apple a day. In buy them from the person who did. rent expense. YCBA/YCBAT’s key mission Earned being claimed on your EIC when short, we fell into the habit of Just eliminate the whole factory- is to train participants to become self-suf - Income Tax you come to your tax appoint - healthy living almost as a side effect processed factor, and you will drasti - ficient, and with that, how to be responsi - Credit and ment, otherwise wecannot file the of our newfound hobby. cally increase the nutrient density in ble for their basic life needs. Child Tax Credit for qualifying EIC for you. If you have any ques - Since then, we’ve moved across the your family’s food. Over the past year, the organization has dependents (all children being tions you may call our office at country and taken a hiatus from Another way to present this to had some great success and also gone claimed on the return). These (785) 286-7899. taekwondo. My kids are in various your kids is to tie it back to faith. through many growing pains, as you credits can be very beneficial to sports and I work as a personal train - Explain that your family is going to would expect with any new program in a millions of low- and moderate- Other items required by the IRS new area. er, so you’d think we’d have this show gratitude to God by using the income workers. for filing your tax return with a “YCBA/YCBAT thanks God for all healthy lifestyle thing down. Not so, gifts he’s given us as human beings. paid preparer: my friends. 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In this to get as much out of pre-tax retirement Julie At what point, where your net worth is motivational speaker article, we’ll look at how a accounts prior to starting Social Security. concerned, should you consider addi - Roth can help you avoid Waiting to start both your Social Security Dear Julie, tional umbrella insurance? this scenario. and tax-deferred account withdrawals until Let’s see, how should I put this? No! If dave says Kyle Utilizing a Roth as late as possible (starting at age 70½, you’re you can’t afford a home on a 15-year required to start Required Minimum The beauty of a Roth is that not only Distributions from IRAs and should have mortgage, it means you can’t afford the Dear Kyle, does the money grow tax-free, but with - absolutely nothing wrong with it at all. begun receiving Social Security benefits) house. Period. You can buy an additional $1 million in drawals can be made to be tax-free as well For a lot of folks, especially those in makes little sense once you’ve seen this chart. If you currently own a house, and liability insurance for your home and and don’t count as income in the calcula - In the event you can’t delay Social the only way to keep from being fore - your situation, it helps smooth out util - tion for if/how much your Social Security is car for around $250 a year. Why would Security, it might make sense to take out closed on or going bankrupt is to refi - ity payments and make them a little taxed. you want that? If you were a target. Why more than what’s required to take advan - more manageable. With Roth options now being made nance into a 30-year mortgage, you’d would you be a target? If you have a net tage of the lower tax rate after that potential In most budget billing scenarios, available in many employer-provided probably do that – but it doesn’t make it worth of $500,000 to $1,000,000 or 55.5% spike. You could even take the extra, they add up your utility bill for the last retirement plans, more people should be better than a 15-year mortgage. You’ll more. You might also be a target if you move it to a Roth, use it to draw from for 12 months and divide that total by able to take advantage of these tax-friendlier never hear me recommend a 30-year future income, and potentially avoid the just have a really good income and accounts while saving for retirement at mortgage. I might tolerate one in an twelve to determine a fixed billing spike in future years by not having to take as make a lot of money. work. Those who don’t have a Roth option extreme situation, but I wouldn’t tell amount for the next twelve months. It much out of traditional accounts. It makes In either case, you’d want to pick up can make things so much easier when at work and/or already have larger balances you to go get one. a lot more sense to pay a 22% tax rate now a liability umbrella policy. Good ques - you’re first starting to live on a budget, in tax-deferred accounts, such as IRAs or Besides, why would you want to stay versus a 27.75% or 55.5% rate later. tion! and you don’t have a lot of wiggle room 401(k)s, should consider Roth conversions. in debt for 30 years? Do you have a fear Tax-efficient planning —Dave where your finances are concerned. With a conversion, you pay taxes on of winning with money? Are you feel - whatever you take out now; this can be any To truly maximize both your income and I’m glad you’re taking steps to get ing so generous toward the bank that amount in your IRA and doesn’t have to be wealth, you need a plan to minimize taxes. Budget billing for utilities? control of your money, Ryan. You can you want to just hand them piles of the entire account all at once. That money Unfortunately, many pay for financial prod - do this! ucts and portfolio management and are left cash every month for three decades? Dear Dave, then moves to a Roth where it won’t be —Dave taxed again or potentially cause taxation on to figure out taxes, Social Security planning, The average millionaire in this coun - I’m just starting my debt-free journey Social Security in the future. and other retirement planning processes by try pays off their mortgage in 10.2 years. and trying to lay out a budget. What are Emergency fund for business? Without proper planning, many people themselves. The reality is, many would be Do what smart people do, Julie. Do your thoughts on budget billing for could lose more to taxes on their Social better off doing the opposite. what people who win with money do. A utilities? A great comprehensive plan that mini - Dear Dave, Security than they would by not starting 15-year, fixed rate mortgage is the only Ryan their benefits at the most optimal age for mizes taxes with average investments will kind of home loan I recommend! I have my own small business. My their situation. usually do better than a poor/no plan with annual sales are just over $100,000, and —Dave Dear Ryan, Delaying withdrawals good investments. If you have no tax plan I have a couple of months in adminis - and use the default one created by Uncle I think it’s wonderful! There’s In this “golden tax age,” where the Trump trative and general expenses set aside. Sam, who do you think will benefit most? It tax cuts have temporarily lowered income Should I have an emergency fund for takes a lot of additional return to end up tax rates, people in or nearing retirement with the same amount of money if you are my company, too? If so, how much? should consider pushing their Social paying a 55.5% tax instead of 12% or 22%. Taylor Security to a later age. Doing this allows Additional return usually requires addition - them to withdraw money from tax- al risk, and there’s certainly no guarantee Dear Taylor, deferred accounts (like 401(k)s and IRAs), that taking that extra risk will pay off. This is a great question! I like the idea of pay the 12% or even 22% tax on that Figuring out how much each year, if any, a small business having six months of money now, and convert that money over you should be contributing or converting to expenses set aside in an emergency to a Roth. Once it’s in the Roth, they can a Roth prior to or after starting Social then start drawing Social Security and won’t fund. A financial cushion like that pro - Security in order to minimize your tax bill is have to worry about future withdrawals vides peace of mind and options. Also, heavily dependent on other aspects of your causing taxation on their Social Security. it eliminates the need for borrowing specific financial situation. As always, seek If you’ve already started drawing Social money. With that kind of cash sitting help from a financial professional capable of Security benefits, you can actually stop around, you basically become your own help ing you with this advanced kind of them for a while once you’ve reached full line of credit. planning. In the end, proper planning with retirement age, if it makes sense for your sit - taxes in mind can have a much larger When it comes to personal finance, I uation. impact on your spendable retirement usually recommend setting aside an Given that Social Security income, ordi - income than investment return. emergency fund of three to six months nary income, and capital gains taxation all of expenses—depending on a person’s function differently, every tax plan is a cus - –(Reprint from Forbes.com BrandVoice) overall financial condition. But the tom process. There is no one-size-fits-all Investment advisory services offered basic idea is the same, regardless of rule to how much you should be converting through Next Generation Investing, LLC. whether you’re talking about personal or contributing to a Roth each year. Securities offered through World Equity Group finance or the financial health of your Below is a typical example that assumes Inc. Member FINRA and SIPC. Next small business. tax rates have reverted to what they were Generation Investing, LLC & The Retirement An entrepreneur has enough to prior to the temporary tax cuts so we can Team are not owned or controlled by World worry about on a day-to-day basis. see what is likely to happen in the future Equity Group Inc. Insurance and annuities after Social Security is started. offered through Ryan Shumaker, KS Insurance Having a fully-funded emergency fund Although someone might be in a lower License #10359614. Ryan can be contacted at for your business can turn a disaster tax bracket (in red), they might actually face 785-228-0222 or RetireTopeka.com. into nothing more than a minor incon - venience! —Dave

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Can the chur•c A churc h cpan daiscurss thte pioscitioinsp of awhtiche ma y irelnate to hpis chourchl piostitioin: cafor lit) . debate? BY JOE PATTON political candidates but not endorse polit - (1) A pastor may individually and per - (7) A church may allow political candi - ical candidates. sonally endorse candidates for political dates to speak on church premises; how - • A church cannot contribute to politi - office. ever, all candidates should be invited and cal candidates, nor make in-kind contri - (2) A church may not endorse candi - given equal opportunity to speak. A can - butions. dates for political office, and a pastor may didate should not be allowed to appeal to • A church can’t do fundraising for a not endorse candidates on behalf of the a church congregation at a church service MANAGING EDITOR political candidate nor contribute to a church. for funds to be used in his political cam - political action committee. (3) A pastor may allow his name to be paign, and no member of the church Lee • A church can have a candidate appear used as a supporter of a candidate in the should endorse a candidate in conjunc - Hartman at a meeting, do candidate surveys, dis - candidate’s own political advertisements. tion with the candidate’s visit. [email protected] play voting records, voter education, voter The pastor may be identified as pastor of (8) Church facilities may be used by registration, voter identification, get out a particular church, if it is indicated this is political candidates on the same basis that ASSISTANT EDITORS the vote activities. for identification purposes only and if it is civic groups may. If civic groups must • A church can even lobby for legisla - indicated that the endorsement is by the pay some rent for using the church prop - Nick Hartman A public debate has started concerning tion, but lobbying may not be a substan - pastor personally and not by the church. erty, a political candidate should be tial part of the organization’s activity. (4) Churches may engage in non-par - charged the same amount. Dwight Widaman the Kansas Supreme Court, who recently found the right to an abortion in the • A church can make expenditures on tisan voter registration, voter identifica - (9) Lists of members of the church Kansas State Constitution. 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(10) A church may not establish a 785-640-6399; [email protected] A church can do a lot to educate the profits/charitable-organizations/the-restric - (5) A church may distribute a voter political action committee. public about social and political issues. tion-of-political-campaign-intervention-by- guide regarding candidates’ positions on (11) Pastors and other like-minded section-501c3-tax-exempt-organizations various issues or a scorecard reporting on individuals may establish a political Darcy Childs 785-249-6203 We all know the IRS forbids churches from political activity but what is consid - Pastors, as individuals, have the same the voting records of incumbents. In such action committee, but care should be [email protected] ered political? Here’s some guidelines that rights as all other American citizens to publications, the church or pastor may taken that the committee is separate from may help. involve themselves in political activity. not state whether the candidate’s position the church and does not use the assets of NEWS & FEATURES • A church under the IRS code is tax- Pastors thus have much greater latitude to or vote is consistent with the church’s. the church. involve themselves in political activities (6) A church or pastor may state the These guidelines should not be con - Jessica Hosman, Carolyn Cogswell, John exempt and contributions are tax Potter, Rob Mooney, Phil Boatwright, Marie deductible. There are specific activities than does a church. position of a candidate on any issue and strued as legal advice. Churches and pas - Asner, Kharissa Forte, Alan Goforth, Leilani that a church should avoid to protect its The following should guide a pastor may comment on that position (includ - tors may obtain legal advice by contacting Haywood, Dwight Widaman, Lee Hartman tax status from being challenged. regarding personal political activities ing praising or criticizing the candidate a competent lawyer. LAYOUT & DESIGN Joe Boothe, Lee Hartman, Dwight Widaman WHAT S HAPPENING WITH MY ADULT KIDS? never improved, but even - fered, died and rose again Metro Voice is published monthly and serves ’ the communities of Topeka, Lawrence, CLINT tually ended with even to defeat sin. When you Manhattan and other communities in NE DECKER more tragedy when turn to Christ, His Spirit Kansas. It is available primarily by bulk and Absalom was murdered in will come to dwell within subscription distribution to over 500 locations, President and cold blood as well. 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Topeka Metro Voice ______MetroVoiceNews.com ______Facebook/MetroVoiceNews ______August 2019 • 7 Democrats went hand in hand with the Catholic Church in banning the Bible from the public schools. In both cases, it The Bible and Pmaun obr tlhei csta teS, poclitihcal ocororecltns ess, George Ismael Feliu Jr. was about control. Without knowledge of by government officials or the endless the Bible, it’s easy to, in the name of God, The year was 1963. In Abington School bureaucracy or the media, etc.) twist the Bible to persuade people that District v. Schempp, the Supreme Court With that, the Supreme Court took the their unconstitutional and ungodly acts, doubled down on their previous year’s Judeo-Christian foundation of our found - positions and words are not only right decision of Engel v. Vitale which banned ing out of public school and replaced it but biblical. Which is why you see so school led prayer. This decision by the with the humanism and atheism of their many politicians and democrats mis - infamous Warren Court banned school - progressive faith. Many an American back quoting or making up Bible verses. wide Bible reading in the school. Not for then found this to be controversial, but Ignorance is the domain of the Devil. the first time, American leftist had thought they could do nothing. For good Recently, President Trump said that the banned the Bible from children in reason they were alarmed, as it was a Bible should be taught in school. I agree. America, but this time it was nationwide. major leader in the moral decline of our Kentucky is the first state to pass a law to Before continuing, it must be marked nation. Today most neither understand do so in a long time. With this, there will down the two main sources used by the nor care why these decisions were so come a battle. In ignorance, they will say courts to overstep their powers and wrong and so harmful. Mainly they nei - that the Bible should have nothing to do rewrite the nation’s laws. The first was the ther know nor were they taught the true with the Public Schools. Historically, they establishment cause found in the first history of our nation and the relationship dents learned these things making it diffi - much from the Bible. would be wrong. Public Schools went amendment: “Congress shall make no law of the Bible and the Public School. cult for their children to be misled or So what laid the precedent against hand in hand with the Church and in respecting an establishment of religion, or In the early years of our nation, there deluded. All these things our current pub - teaching the Bible to children? The South many cases both met at the same place. prohibiting the free exercise thereof.” The was a great fear that future generations lic school system fails at today. controlled by the Democrat Party up Even in England, the public schools start - second was Thomas Jefferson’s “wall of would be lead astray from the reason our Within a few generations, the public until the 1980’s was the first recorded to ed from the “Sunday School Movement.” separation between church and state” country was settled. To combat a future schools produced a people who were banned the teaching of the Bible to chil - In the end, the basis for their argu - written to the Danbury Baptist who ignorance a public school was formed to ready for a Great Awakening and eventu - dren specifically slaves. It turns out verses ments is a lie. They had no problem hav - rightfully feared a state run church. Both teach them the Bible so they could be ally a revolution unlike any in the history like 2 Corinthians 3:17 “Now the Lord is ing Muslim weeks and teaching children were purposely misinterpreted by the armed against the greatest enemy our of man. The generation of our founding that Spirit: and where the Spirit of the the Koran. They want to children to be courts in order to push their own pro - founders faced. They passed the Ole Satan fathers were not only the most legally Lord is, there is liberty,” and John 3: 32 ignorant of our Christian heritage. They gressive point of view and in so doing cre - Deluder Act. minded but also the most Biblically as “And ye shall know the truth, and the want children to be ignorant of our moral ating a state religion in which the state or Its function was three-fold. All citizens well. It has been said that “the fires of the truth shall make you free,” did not sit well foundation. They want them ignorant of man is god. must have knowledge of the laws, the lan - American Revolution were stoked by the with the plantation owners who con - our Constitution. They want to push What is a religion? A religion has an guage, and the Bible. While common for pulpits of America.” It can also be said trolled the Democrat party which con - their religion over all others. origin of man, a god or gods, a system of the rich and powerful to get some educa - that the Constitution was founded on trolled the media, the schools and the The only question is will we remain morality, and a priesthood. Both atheism tion, it was here that the common people Biblical Principles as much as William churches of the South.. silent as they fight to ban our Bible once and humanism contain all these. They specifically children were given an oppor - Blackstone’s Commentary on the Laws of We then need to go to Democrat con - again? just go by different names (ex. evolution, tunity to learn. The act assured that stu - England which’s commentary derived trolled NYC in the mid 1800’s, where Early American history you should know…but probably don’t Many in academia, the media and pol - ished reputation; who respire the breath of These shall resist the empire of decay, itics believe that separating us from honorable fame; who have deliberately When time is o’er, and worlds have American history and our Christian her - and consciously put what is called life to passed away: itage is a necessary step in a campaign to hazard, that they may live in the hearts of Cold in the dust the perished heart may move the country towards a “workers’ those who come after. Such men do not, lie, paradise.” That paradise only exists only in can not die. But that which warmed it once can the minds of the envious citizens who To be cold, and motionless, and breath - never die.* “ believe the world owes them a living. less, to feel not and speak not: this is not This column will be a reminder to 21st the end of existence to the men who have All Americans should be inspired by Century Americans, many of whom have breathed their spirits into the institutions the wisdom, character and Godly faith of been uninformed or misinformed regard - of their country, who have stamped their the people who designed a government ing early American history, that the men characters on the pillars of the age, who that has provided more freedom, more we recognize as America’s Founding have poured their hearts’ blood into the opportunities to excel, and a higher quali - Fathers were exceptional. They were guid - channels of the public prosperity . . . Tell ty of life for its citizens than any other ed by their Christian faith in establishing me, ye who make your pious pilgrimage to nation in recorded history. Making certain the capitalistic free-market foundation the shades of Vernon, is Washington that our children and grandchildren upon which the United States of America the men and women who were involved book Faith of Our Founding Fathers. indeed shut up in that old and narrow understand their history and their Godly became the most powerful and prosper - in making that history. It was faith in the “Christianity is a way of life. And that house? That which made these men, and heritage is one of the most important gifts ous nation the world has ever known. God of the Judeo-Christian Bible that way of life had so permeated this nation men like these, cannot die. The hand that we can give them. As author Michael Regarding the importance of under - drove America’s earliest settlers to seek a by 1787 that it extended its influence to traced the charter of independence is, Crichton pointed out, “If you don’t know standing our history, Supreme Court place where they would have the freedom every area, including the fields of law, gov - indeed, motionless, the eloquent lips that history, you don’t know anything; you’re a Justice Joseph Story wrote in his to live their lives and raise their children ernment, morality, marriage, and busi - sustained it are hushed; but the lofty spir - leaf that doesn’t know it’s part of a tree. Commentaries on the Constitution according to their deep-seated beliefs. ness,” LaHaye stated. its that conceived, resolved, matured, (1833), “Let the American youth never They saw the New World as the most Noted orator, professor, and politician maintained it, and which alone, to such –Bob Gingrich is a Kansas City author, forget, that they possess a noble inheri - promising place in which to establish a Edward Everett (1794–1865) wrote a men, “make if life to live,” these cannot historian on the founding of our nation tance, bought by the toils and sufferings new, free society. moving tribute to the extraordinary men expire: and Metro Voice Contributor. and blood of their ancestors; and capacity, Convincing evidence of that faith can honored as our Founding Fathers. I n Such if wisely improved, and faithfully guarded, be found in volumes of writings that have Men Cannot Die, Everett wrote: of transmitting to their latest posterity all been carefully preserved in thousands of the substantial blessings of life, the peace - public libraries and private collections. “No, fellow-citizens, we dismiss not ful enjoyment of liberty, property, reli - “The Founding Fathers were students of Adams and Jefferson to the chambers of gion, and independence. The structure the Bible,” pointed out John Eidsmoe in forgetfulness and death. What we has been erected by architects of consum - his well-researched book Christianity and admired, and prized, and venerated in mate skill and fidelity; its foundations are the Constitution. According to Eidsmoe’s them, can never die, nor, dying, be forgot - solid; its compartments are beautiful, as research, fifty-two of the fifty-five dele - ten. I had almost said that they are now well as useful; its arrangements are full of gates to the Constitutional Convention of beginning to live—to live that life of wisdom and order; and its defenses are 1787 were members of various Christian unimpaired influence, of unclouded fame, impregnable from without. It has been denominations. of unmingled happiness, for which their reared for immortality, if the work of man “America is often called ‘a Christian talents and services were destined. They may justly aspire to such a title. It may nation’ not because it was founded as were of the select few, the least portion of nevertheless, perish in an hour by the folly, such, but because its Founding Fathers whose life dwells in their physical exis - or corruption, or negligence of its only were either Christians or had been influ - tence; whose hearts have watched while keepers, THE PEOPLE.” enced throughout their entire lives by the their senses slept; whose souls have grown To properly understand our history, we Christian consensus that surrounded up into a higher being; whose pleasure is need to know as much as possible about them,” Tim LaHaye said in his informative to be useful; whose wealth is an unblem - 8 • August 2019 ______MetroVoiceNews.com ______Facebook/MetroVoiceNews ______Topeka Metro Voice Singer Loses Half Her Tongue to Cancer But that Doesn’t Stop Her from Praising God When a Las Vegas woman’s doc - dure, I couldn’t really breathe on my very lonely and have had trouble tors told her that she had been diag - own, I couldn’t walk on my own and finding others like themselves.” nosed with tongue cancer, she wasn’t I couldn’t eat on my own,” she said. But the videos she posts are only a exactly sure how she could continue “It was a lot,” she said, describing small portion of how she has been her career as a singer, actor and her recovery. “But there was never a connected to a community of people model. question in my mind that I would who are going through similar situa - Now just one year after her life- recover. I just knew I would. I had tions — she is also constantly inter - saving surgery, she has not only the Holy Spirit in my ear every sin - acting with others in her inbox and learned how to talk again, but she gle day saying, ‘Look, I know today is building community in that way as has also learned how to sing again — tough but just wait. Wait and see.'” well. and now she’s using her voice to In fact, her faith had helped her “In a very weird way, I’m so praise God. throughout the entire process, from thankful because I never could’ve Elly Brown first began to sing uncertainty to diagnosis to recovery. predicted it at the time, but it was when she was only 6 years old. Her She said she was even thankful for really a blessing to be given this par - sister was in a high school produc - the uncertain season, despite the ticular cancer and this particular tion of the musical “The King and I” anxiety that came with it, because of problem because of the way that and they asked young Elly to partic - how her faith grew during that sea - we’ve been able to find each other ipate. She loved singing so much son. and reach each other.” that she continued to seek out more “I’m grateful for that period of Elly hopes that her story encour - opportunities to sing and perform as time too because that’s when you ages people to get tested if they have she got older. put yourself firmly in the palm of concerns about cancer, because it After moving to Las Vegas, she the Lord,” she said. only deprives loved ones of future took her music and theater experi - Elly had to wait for the swelling to time. ence and began to expand her skill go down before she could get back to She also hopes her story can show set by pursuing on-camera hosting singing. And though the surgery people that dreams don’t die just and modeling jobs. itself impacted her ability to move because something bad happens. She first noticed spots on her her mouth like she once had, the “I have been able to reach more tongue when she was in high school, in fact cancer. tests showed that she had in fact radiation treatment affected her people with my singing the way I am but her dentist at the time told her The lump was removed by surgery developed a much more serious tone even more. now than I ever did as a ‘normal’ to just watch them and see if they in March of 2017, causing minimal form of cancer and that she had a 3- “I will never operate at the level person,” she told Liftable. “If we view grew. disruption to her career. centimeter tumor on the back of her that I did before,” she said. “But these things as a gift from God and In 2004, another dentist took a But as she was healing from that tongue. what I’ve been left with I’m so grate - we take it upon ourselves to investi - biopsy of the area that had contin - surgery, the pain never really went The tumor meant Elly needed to ful for and I will try to make the gate: ‘Why would God give me this ued to get worse and told Elly that away. In fact, she told Liftable, a sec - go back into surgery to have it most of it because some people get gift?'” she had an auto-immune disease tion of The Western Journal, that she removed, but the impact it had on nothing.” “It’s not to ruin your life! It’s called lichen planus, but that it was experiencing such intense pain her life would be far greater than After she felt like her voice could given so lovingly and so tenderly. wasn’t worth much concern. in her ear that she couldn’t sleep at that of the first operation. be understood and she had enough When we sit with these problems … As the years passed, however, the night. Doctors not only removed the energy, Elly began recording videos and we really consider how many area only got worse. In 2017, an oral She went back to her doctors and tumor, but also took tissue and mus - to share her story with others. other people might be feeling this surgeon told her that he felt a lump asked them to just run a biopsy on cle from her leg to replace part of “Without even realizing it, I had same way and how we can extend where the spots were, and after run - the back of her mouth. And it was a her tongue. been given this niche of a very small our hands to another person,” she ning tests, he determined that it was good thing they did, because the “At the end of that surgical proce - community of people who also are said. “It’s a miracle that happens.” Kansas new business decreases as rest of the nation grows Kansas is the only state in the Lynn (R-9th District). country with negative new busi - Lynn believes the lack of new ness growth since President business growth is tied to the cost Trump took office, according to of doing business in the state. Bloomberg. Data from the US “I hear just a lot about the over - Census Bureau highlights new all burden of cost in the state. It is business growth across the United not just tax burdens, but housing States. The headline of the has gone up too,” says Lynn. “I Bloomberg story focuses on would say probably the main cul - record new business growth in prit is the overall tax burden.” some of the country. The graphic Almost simultaneous with accompanying the article though President Trump taking office, shows very clearly that, at the Kansas legislators stuck citizens same time states like New Mexico and most small businesses with the put up record growth, Kansas largest tax increase in state history. declined by 1%. Nationwide new Pass-through businesses taxed as business growth was up more than individuals had been exempt from 10%. state income tax from 2013 to tions. 2016, but that exemption went “When we spend too much, Bloomberg looked at new busi - away in 2017; marginal tax rates obviously we have to get it from ness applications from the fourth also jumped in 2017 and again in somewhere. You either rob Peter to quarter of 2016 and compared 2018. pay Paul or you raise taxes,” says them to applications in the second Lynn. quarter of 2019. Yet, when Kansas Total General Fund tax collec - Bloomberg looked at new busi - new business applications are tions jumped 21% in 2017, going ness applications from the fourth looked at within this time period from $5.8 billion to a little over $7 quarter of 2016 and compared there is a bell curve of growth that billion. Tax revenue rose to almost them to applications in the second peaked in mid-late 2017. $7.5 billion this year, with almost quarter of 2019. “I’m not really that surprised,” all of the increase coming from an says Kansas State Senator Julia 11% jump in income tax collec - –sentinelksmo.org Topeka Metro Voice ______MetroVoiceNews.com ______Facebook/MetroVoiceNews ______August 2019 • 9

Long weekends are great opportunity to explore Bentonville, AR by Anita Widaman Omaha Zoo not a baseball fan, who doesn’t love eat - In addition to a plethora of local ing a stadium hotdog and nearby opportunities for sum - and people-watching? mer fun, there are also many places Picnicking. Choose a little farther out that can make a beautiful location for a great long-weekend road trip. you happen across to Below are four locations that celebrate summer you can drive to, remembering with a picnic at a local along the way that it is people, park. The kids are families and communities that always happy playing make America great and all of us on the playground proud! equipment and Mom Flint Hills. Kansans are proud of gets a break. their prairie grass. The Flint Hill Museums and art. Discovery Center in Manhattan takes place September 18 – 22. Louis Art Museum, Saint Louis Experiencing learning provides information on the past Omaha. A trip to the Henry Zoo, Saint Louis Science Center first hand through a field trip or camp and how to preserve the prairie for Doorly Zoo and Aquarium will and the Missouri History Museum. experience is a won - the future. make grandparents and parents The Muny, an outdoor theatre, is derful tool for home - Graduates of K-State will enjoy superheroes in their kids’ eyes.The also a great place to catch a show. school families. Many meandering and grabbing a meal Old Market district with its brick Bentonville. Northwest Arkansas museums are free or in Aggieville. Other expeditions are paved streets has all the shops and is great for camping, biking, and inexpensive. At a the Kaw Mission in Council Grove restaurants that a family can young age, children and overnight in the quaint Grand devour in a day. With some plan - can learn by describ - Central Hotel in Cottonwood. If ning, you can catch a Broadway ing and verbalizing you plan in advance you can attend show or other performances at the about the exhibits and asking ques - and memorable experience for the the Walnut Valley Festival, a little elegant, restored Orpheum farther away in Winfield, known tions. The younger the child, the whole family. Children can learn his - Theater. shorter the attention span, so look - tory, art and culture simultaneously. for featuring the best in bluegrass St. Louis. You can splurge on and acoustic musicians. This event ing at a variety of historical paint - Be original. What is your favorite lodging or the theater because of ings and displays can be a delightful weekend getaway trip? all the free Flint Hills of Kansas activities. In fact, all four of our hiking for families. You can even National Night Out Kick-Off Party Scheduled favorite out - borrow a bike from the upscale Excitement is building as neighbor - tered! Neighborhoods activities vary – ings are free: downtown hotel and use it to get hoods are preparing for the 23rd year of some may host an ice cream social, cook - The Saint around if you wish. National Night Out in Topeka/Shawnee out, pot luck dinner or a pool party. Walnut Valley Festival County on Saturday, August 10. This Some will have a pancake feed, while oth - annual event brings neighborhoods ers focus on games for the kids. Some together to connect with one another and events are smaller, around 25 people, and local law enforcement. The simple act of others are larger with more than 300 getting to know your neighbors is the best attending. form of crime prevention. Last year, Topeka/Shawnee County The Topeka Kick-Off party will be ranked 7th in the nation for cities of com - Friday, August 9th, 5:30-7:30 PM at the parable size, for our National Night Out Hy-Vee parking lot at 29th & Wanamaker, events. and will feature first responders, food, NNO event is coordinated through music, games, giveaways, fun and more Safe Streets in partnership with local law But Bentonville indoors is great for all ages, coordinated by Alpha Media. enforcement including the Topeka Police for families also. The Crystal Everyone is invited to come for a good Department, Shawnee County Sheriff’s Bridges Museum is a free museum time and to help take a stand against Office and Shawnee County District sponsored by the Wal-Mart family crime! Attorney’s Office and with area business - foundation and features only National Night Out is designed to es, including Westar Energy, Capitol American art. You’ll recognize the heighten awareness about crime, alcohol, Federal Foundation, Reser’s, Hy-Vee, portrait of George Washington by drug & violence prevention, generate Target, Dillon’s, Wal-Mart, Parrish Hotels, Gilbert Stuart from the dollar bills support for, and participation in, local Casey’s, Alpha Media, Crime Stoppers in your wallet. This summer, works anti-crime programs, strengthen neigh - Frito Lay and many others! of Dale Chihuly are presented borhood spirit and police community Safe Streets, a program of Prevention indoor and outdoor. The Farmers partnerships and send a message to crim - and Recovery Services, is a local crime Market held on the square is a inals, letting them know that neighbor - prevention and substance abuse preven - work of art and has outstanding hoods are organized and fighting back! tion organization in Topeka. local produce. To sign up your neigh - borhood or to find out if Here are some other opportuni- your neighborhood has ties to look for as you travel: National Night Out plans, contact Safe Streets at County Fairs. One of the oldest 785.266.4606. You don’t traditions of summer is the fun and need to have a neighbor - entertainment to be found at state hood organization to host and county fairs! From the livestock an event, so contact your to music to crafts and demonstra - neighbors and Safe Streets tions, there is something for every - and get involved today! one at the fair! As of July 16, there were Baseball and more. Even if you’re 80 neighborhoods regis - 10 • August 2019 ______MetroVoiceNews.com ______Facebook/MetroVoiceNews ______Topeka Metro Voice

"GrIow inDg up, iBrdeanna fe'lt tlov edW by ant to Live Anymore: " A story of brmoan, keverey synringne, eeverysthsing was her parents. But when she was 8 her A way out of the brokenness like right there and I just felt com - parents told her they were divorcing. pletely fulfilled. I just remember Her life became one of brokenness. During that dark time in rehab, a feeling clean. I felt like completely Breanna remembers, “It was dev - ray of hope came into her life. forgiven.” astating my heart was broken like Breanna remembers, “There was a While in rehab, Breanna was my whole world was shattered. I was woman who had come from a local accepted into Acres Of Hope, a looking at everything that happened church and she would come on renewal center serving homeless throughout my life from this pin - Saturdays and do a Bible study and women. It was there she was able to hole of pain at that point. It was just she kept telling me you know like reunite with her children and lay the complete brokenness.” that God loved me (and) I was learn - foundation for her new life. Both of her parents focused on ing more about who Jesus was. I still “When I graduated, to see the their new relationships, leaving was a non-believer, but she said just look on my son's face and my Breanna hungry for love and atten - that if you're sitting in your room daughter's like, it made everything tion. just call out to him you know like that I had been struggling through “I was taken advantage of by a my only worth the only worth that I tion, Breanna knew she needed help. you can you can ask him for help. this entire time worth it. That was man who was in his mid-twenties ever had was just to be used for sex Remembering her desperation And so, I would do that.” for sure the best day of my life,” and at the age of eleven I didn't or basically just to be abused. I was Breanna states, “When I asked for She attended the Bible study for Breanna proudly states. know that, that was wrong. He was seeking love. I was looking for love help cps became involved and when several months, but one day Breanna Breanna and her daughters now just showing me attention,” says in every single thing I could possibly I tested dirty, they told me that my witnessed an event that shocked her. have their own home. She started Breanna. “So, my perception of love try to find it. And I was left emptier children would have to be removed After avoiding a car accident, she volunteering at acres of hope and was based on the physical act of inti - and emptier to the point of I was from my home. My son was like saw a man die right in front of her. was eventually hired full time, coun - macy and being sexually involved just dead inside. Just dead.” floating around from place to place Thinking back Breanna says, seling women who are facing the with a partner, and the feelings that At age 24 Breanna thought she and running away. And it affected “That just shook something inside same issues she had. came from that.” had found the love she was missing. him greatly negatively. I ended up of me. I mean seeing somebody’s life Breanna smiles and says, “I get to Breanna started smoking marijua - When she got married, they had two losing our home. And so, the day and here I was throwing mine away. be here to walk them through along na at age 11 to help cover her pain. daughters together, but her husband that I packed everything and moved That night I went home, and I their journey and to be the hands According to Breanna, “I had felt left them for another woman. what I could out of our home I went processed a lot and I began to realize and feet of Jesus. And I get to share really lonely and I was seeking atten - Breanna continues, “That was to rehab.” like the reason that I was still sitting the gospel with them, and how good tion. I just wanted to feel different really devastating for me. It was even Breanna was in and out of rehab there, alive with everything that I God really is. than what I was feeling.” more devastating to my children. I several times and continued to did was because of God.” He's transformed and taken every She got the attention of boys and started using methamphetamine. I relapse and go back to heavy drug That week Breanna gave her life to single thing that I’ve walked through was pregnant at age 14. The teenage hadn't realized that i was an addict use. Jesus. She says she finally found the in my life all the hardship all the parents struggled to raise the baby, or an alcoholic until I actually chose “I was pretty much using every love she had been searching for in struggle the heartbreak. And he has and after four years they went their to stick a needle in my arm and that drug I could get my hands on. I was him. completely transformed it. I mean separate ways. Breanna continued was when I, I knew that something just like a garbage can at that point. Breanna warmly looks back, “I felt it's amazing. It's absolutely amaz - her search for love in an abusive was really wrong with me.” I didn't want to live anymore. I was a sense of pure love. Like, some - ing.” relationship. As a single mom with three chil - completely dead inside. I had noth - thing. Everything that I was looking –Karl Sutton | cbn.com With tears she recalls, “I felt like dren and an escalating drug addic - ing left,” said Breanna. for and every, in every bottle, every New study links sugary beverages with increased risk of early death "Our results provide further of death, but they still recommend sume as part of a balanced diet," support to limit intake of sugar- people drink water instead. and that the sugar used in the bev - sweetened beverages (SSB's) and Read the Circulation's article -- erages is the same as sugar used in to replace them with other bever - Long-Term Consumption of other food products. ages, preferably water, to improve Sugar-Sweetened and Artificially "We don't think anyone should overall health and longevity," said Sweetened Beverages and Risk of overconsume sugar, that's why Vasanti Malik, a research scientist Mortality in US Adults. we're working to reduce the sugar in the Department of Nutrition In a statement regarding the people consume from beverages and lead author of the study. study, the American Beverage across the country," the statement The study is the latest finding to Association (ABA) said that it said. suggest that sugary drinks can considers soft drinks "safe to con - –cbn.com lead to weight gain and potentially serious diseases, including some cancers. "The big picture is really start - ing to emerge," said Malik, a research associate at Harvard's T.H. Chan School of Public Health told CNBC. "This is not random. There's a whole lot of consistency across these findings." Drinking sugary beverages sugary drinks - including sports The researchers also found diet increases your chances of dying - drinks with sweeteners like high versions of sugary drinks could especially from heart disease, fructose corn syrup or sucrose. moderately reduce a person's risk according to a long-term study of men and women in the US.

The recent finding from Harvard researchers was pub - lished in the American Heart Association's journal Circulation. The study, led by Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, covered nearly 120,000 people over a period of decades and a list of their lifestyle habits, including how frequently they drank sugary beverages such as sodas and other Topeka Metro Voice ______MetroVoiceNews.com ______Facebook/MetroVoiceNews ______August 2019 • 11 ‘Bachelorette’ sends home Christian guy for sex-before-marriage ideals Sparks flew last week on the Fantasy and the viewers as the place people have Suites episode of "The Bachelorette," the sex, even though the word sex is rarely, if popular but sleazy reality dating show, ever, uttered. This matter-of-factness has between star Hannah Brown and Luke become increasingly threatening to the Parker, who had been considered the illusory romance of the fantasy suite, and frontrunner for much of the season. the show more largely. The Fantasy Suites Week of the dating From the beginning, Hannah treats competition offers the lead the opportu - fantasy suiting differently than almost nity to enter into an overnight date with - anyone else has. She is psyched for it, and out cameras with as many of the final psyched, in particular, about the sex. four contestants as she or he wishes. “Gonna get down in the fantasy suite!” Brown invited three of her contestants she sings to the camera. into the overnight suite and was clear Her first date is with Peter. They spend with both the contestants and viewers the afternoon on a boat, then have a about her intentions to explore her sexu - romantic dinner and retire to a room ality. Parker's turn came fourth and, inside a windmill. Once inside, they open before she had the opportunity to think a box of supplies that includes con - about presenting him with the date card, doms—the first time they’ve appeared the conversation turned confrontational, on camera, although it’s likely they’ve and he was sent packing. been a staple in the fantasy suite all along. The argument even spilled over into The condoms’ cameo is the equivalent of Twitter and Instagram. a sledgehammer to the wall: It’s more It was the sex talk that got the bachelor supportive and open about sex than the sent home. The born-again Christian But the feud didn't end there. The two Brown to him but also created tension you everyone for the prayers always show has ever been, an admission that drew ire earlier in the season when he got in a Twitter war over sin and a when the two discussed their views on remember speak truth and rid yourself of this is what the fantasy suite is for and told her he was saving sex for marriage Christian response to it. sex before marriage. all hate, let compassion drive your words. that the powers that be are all for it. and wanted her to do the same. "The difference in how we view sin is On the “Hometowns” episode, Parker Stay tuned. #faithfuloverfamous." As noted on slate.com, in Hannah, “Let's talk about sex and how the mar - seen in the response," Parker wrote. "I'm took Brown to church and everyone she As for Brown, her choices are down to The Bachelorette has found a “righteous, riage bed should be kept pure,” the 24- weeping at mine and you're laughing at met in his hometown of Gainesville, Ga., three: Tyler Camron, Jed Wyatt, or Peter unabashed, sex-positive” woman, one year-old, who traded his player ways to yours. All sin stings. My heart hurts for seemed to sing his praises. Weber. The final episodes will air July 29 who is in step with the contemporary follow Christ, told Hannah on the both of us." Parker is a member of Christ Place & 30. moment and yet still “cloaked in Jesus.” Fantasy Suites episode. But Brown clapped back: "time and Church, where he has taught Sunday An article written by Pastor Bucky The Christian ethos that swirled under - Parker’s concern was that Brown time again Jesus loved and ate with ‘sin - school, is part of a small group, and reg - Kennedy, someone who knows Luke P, neath so much of The Bachelorette’s would use the Fantasy Suites episode to ners' who laughed. And time and time ularly volunteers with the college min - went into further detail about the pair's squeamishness about sex—that it was have sex with one or more of the contest - again he rebuked ‘saints' that judged. istry, according to the Gainesville Times. discussion concerning premarital sex. supposed to be something you did with, ants. And as a Christian — and one who Where do you fall Luke?” During Sunday School, Parker shared "In my opinion, Luke and Hannah if not the person you were already mar - cared for her — he felt compelled to He shot back: "There is a difference his testimony once again, saying his high chose to participate in something for ried to, at least the person you were going politely ask her if she’d please not fall into between eating with sinners who laugh school and college days were filled with which neither was spiritually or emo - to marry—gets effortlessly updated by a that trap and instead choose to honor and sinners who laugh at their sin. Sin is "chasing sex and entangled and caught tionally prepared. Both are under a social “God-fearing” woman whose faith insu - their relationship. the very thing that put Jesus on the cross up in sin of all kinds" until one day in the media microscope and each has been lates her, and the show, from charges of “Let’s say you have had sex with one or and that's not a laughing matter." shower when he heard God say, "Luke, let called 'a bad Christian' by other believers hedonism and immorality. Hannah vac - multiple of these guys, I would be want - go and follow me." as well as those outside of Christianity," illates between full sex-positivity— ing to go home,” Luke P admitted. The bigger picture The 24-year-old contestant said a huge he stated. “Intimacy is so important to me, I want For reasons that remain unclear, this Thanks to Brown’s willingness to weight was lifted off him. Luke's brother Mike accused The to be entangled with someone, my body offended Brown and her far-left feminist throw a tantrum over Parker’s request “Anything that you look at as negative Bachelorette of being opposed to biblical is your body and your body is my fans. To them, the notion of someone and then brag on national TV about her in your life, I want you to know that God gospel. “The only thing that’s obvious to body”—and a more provisional, it’s they’re in a relationship with asking them sexual exploits, she’s become a folk hero is going to use that for positive,” Parker me is this show is produced by people wrong-but-it’s-still-all-right defense—“I to not share their body with the rest of to the feminist far-left. told the young people in the pre-church who are very much opposed to a biblical have had sex and Jesus still loves me.” But the world is somehow misogynist and Parker meanwhile has become the class. Gospel,” he said. it doesn’t really matter. The show is sexist. butt of every anti-Christian left-winger. Brown admitted on camera: "It's cool happy to latch onto her enthusiasm and Brown, also a professing Christian, Brown even characterized Parker's to see that Luke really lives his faith," and The bottom line a whole new gloss on the fantasy suite — immediately took offense to Luke P’s stance on pre-marital sex as being reflec - while the two have been on a downward As the Bachelor(ette) franchise has as no longer some dirty secret, but a site comments and accused him of “slut- tive of some form of toxic masculinity. "I spiral since the beginning, the gone on, the fantasy suite has become of “female empowerment.” shaming” her. don't owe you anything ... and, guess Hometowns episode seemed to be a widely understood by the contestants –foxnews.com and other wire services "Why do you have the right to do that? what? A man does not control anything I highlight for Parker. Because, you're not my husband," Brown do," she told Parker in the episode. As Brown told his family, it became told Parker. When speaking to The Hollywood "Luke against the rest of the house." "The closest thing to love at first sight Reporter at the taping for the Men Tell Luke has been pegged the season “vil - was probably with you," Brown admitted All reunion special (which aired July 22), lain” by the other contestants and main - during Parker's final episode, and he Brown opened up about taking a stand stream media. Although he spoke of his thought the two were on the same page against Parker, being a sex-positive lead personal convictions and hopes for his when it came to faith and family. But the for the franchise and the consequences future bride, she took his remarks as con - 24-year-old, called "Luke P" on the show, that have come with her on-air honesty demning and disrespectful. quickly found out he had broken her about intimacy. Parker admitted he had allowed his heart with each episode leading up to the "It wasn’t a calculated thing at all," she temper to get the best of him to the point dramatic moment that left Brown flip - tells THR about her and Parker's Fantasy where he threw baloney on another con - ping him off. Suite Week confrontation. "It was just me testant’s lap while on the show, when "Guess what? Sex might be a sin out of speaking my truth about how I felt in the telling him his words were a bunch of marriage, pride is a sin, too, and I feel like moment and how he made me feel, and baloney. this is like a pride thing," Brown said. "I learning from past relationships and feel like I've finally gotten clarity on you bringing that into the relationship with Lessons learned? and I do not want you to be my hus - Luke and kind of taking off my blinders Parker said on Instagram that he never band." in that moment." meant to "judge or condemn Hannah." When Parker asked if he could have a On the reunion special, Brown even "For me, it was never about getting a minute, Brown told him she had sex in a apologized to viewers for having subject - rose, it was always about finding a wife windmill Fantasy Suite on the show with ed them to so much airtime of Luke, and who would choose me everyday just as I contestant Peter Weber, not once, but again expressed her “female empower - would choose her everyday," Parker said, twice: "I have had sex and, like, Jesus still ment.” admitting "I made mistakes and no I'm loves me." not perfect (crazy right)...I did not repre - The Alabama native asked if he could A little history sent Christ the way I thought I was pre - pray for the Bachelorette star before he Luke Parker, known as "Luke P," had pared to and that has broken me." left. But she refused. been very open about his Christian faith He concluded: "My desire is to put the Brown told Entertainment Tonight it since the premiere of this season on ABC. Father first above all things and share the was her "powerplay moment" of the sea - It's something that initially drew truth that he has given to us all. Thank son. 12 • August 2019 ______MetroVoiceNews.com ______Facebook/MetroVoiceNews ______Topeka Metro Voice Ousted Miss Michigan: ‘harder to come out as conservative’ Just a week after Kathy Zhu was Zhu serves as the vice president of ments and would refuse the crown if stripped of her Miss Michigan crown, the College Republicans student group the MWA reversed its decision. she talking about how hard it is to be a at the University of Michigan. The for - “If they were to (offer the crown conservative these days. “It’s harder to mer Miss Michigan told a group of back) I wouldn’t want to take it,” she come out as conservative than gay,” she Bloomfield, Michigan Republicans told Michigan Live. “I would rather be states. about her “coming out” as a conserva - real about my stances and my beliefs As Metro Voice reported, the Miss tive in high school, according to the than to back down and say, ‘yeah, I’ll World America (MWA) took away website Michigan Live. accept this crown.'” Zhu’s crown over several social media “After I came out as a conservative, Zhu said she likes President Trump posts that the organization said con - which I think is very hard to do nowa - because he expresses what he believes. tained offensive, insensitive and inap - days – it’s harder than coming out as “I think that Trump is a very big role propriate content. openly gay,” she told the group. “Ever model for a lot of people because he Zhu, 20, said that MWA disap - since junior year, I’ve been ridiculed openly expresses what he believes in,” proved over her tweet about refusing online, bullied online, on Twitter and Zhu said. “I think that for me to stand to wear an Islamic headscarf after a Facebook. … People (told me) I was a here as an Asian-American, to come Muslim woman tried to ‘forcibly’ put a So you’re telling me that it’s now just a blacks? Fix problems within your own white supremacist, even though I’m here and say, ‘I am a conservative, I hijab on her head during World Hijab fashion accessory and not a religious community before blaming others,” Asian. I don’t know why that’s even a support Trump,’ I guess the left finds it Day at her college campus in 2018. thing? Or are you just trying to get according to the Detroit Free Press. thing.” hysterical that I’m doing this, but a lot Townhall.com reports Zhu argued women used to being oppressed under While sounding controversial, her Zhu said she has mostly received of people have reached out to me and that the Islamic headscarf is used to Islam?” contention repeats easily accessible support during the controversy which said ‘you inspired me to be a conserva - oppress women in certain Muslim MWA also took issue when Zhu results of studies by the National has been reported by several media tive,’ and I’m so glad I was able to do countries, saying, “There is a ‘try a tweeted, “Did you know the majority Centers for Disease which follows outlets. that.” hijab on’ booth at my college campus. of black deaths are caused by other death rates and their cause. She said she stands behind her com - –CBNews and Metro Voice

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Foot-stomping, hand- impossible true story! 785-665-7117, Fri., 1:30pm, Rolling Hills Christian Church, 4530 NW gccinoverbrook.com, [email protected] clapping tunes. Concessions available Hiawatha Place (US Hwy 75 & NW 46th St.) 785-286- TOPEKA ACOUSTIC MUSIC JAM - F irst Sat. of ea. 0601 or [email protected] CROSSROADS CHURCH SILENT AUCTION & BAKE SALE month, 3-5pm, Potwin Presbyterian Church (enter – Aug. 16, 4-7pm, Reynolds Lodge, 3315 SE Tinman SENIOR SOLO'S – Every 3rd Tuesday from 3 to 6 p.m. at Circle. Shop for Christmas. Activities for the kids. south door), 400 S.W. Washburn: 286-0227 First Assembly Church, 500 SW 27th St, downstairs [email protected] . Fellowship Hall. Games & Fellowship, lots of Laughter & 2019-2020 AWANA KICK OFF – Aug. 18, 5pm, East Side THE BERRYTON PICKERS - First Sat. of ea. month, 7- Fun. 785-817-3071. Baptist Church, 4425 SE 29th St. Water Night! Kids 2 9pm, Berryton Baptist Church. Bring snacks, have fun! yrs through 6th grade will enjoy cool refreshing water HARVESTER'S PROGRAM FOR SENIOR CITIZENS - every games & fun. Bring the whole family for a time of fun GRAND O’ OPRY - 2nd & 4th Saturday, 6:30PM-pre- second Sat., takes place at Christian Lord Ministries, and fellowship. Beginning Aug. 25, AWANA will take show, 7PM showtime, Ottawa Memorial Auditorium, 301 2421 SE California. Call 266-4979. place from 5:45-7:15 PM each week. Register online at S Hickory, Ottawa KS. Ph. 785-214-0013, email FREE WEEKLY COMMUNITY PANCAKE BREAKFAST – https://esbcks.org. 785-379-9933, https://esbcks.org, [email protected]. Aug. 10: Special guests Paul Sundays at 10am sharp, at Oakland Church of the [email protected] Root, Dan Smith, Bart O’Neal, and SuLin Boswell! Aug. Nazarene: 900 block of NE Oakland, followed by church 24: Special guests Jim Winters and Lorena Prater! SPENCER FAMILY MUSIC FREE CONCERT – Aug. 18, services at 10:45am - followed at noon by The Hope 6pm, Grace Community Church, 310 E. 8th St, THE CATE BROTHERS – Aug. 3, 8-11pm, Jayhawk House FREE Community Food & Clothing Banks. Overbrook. Potluck dinner beginning at 5pm. Open to Theatre, 720 SW Jackson. Doors open at 6:30, show is FIRST WEDNESDAY WESLEY CAFE – First Wed., the public! 785-665-7117, gccinoverbrook.com, at 8pm. The Cate Brothers are the singer-songwriter- 6:15pm, Susanna Wesley UMC, 7433 SW 29th. A wor - [email protected] musician duo of Earl and Ernest (Ernie) Cate, who are ship service will follow at 7:00. 785-478-3697 or 151ST ANNIVERSARY – Aug. 24, 4pm, St. John African twin brothers from Fayetteville, Arkansas, who in the www.swumc.org/wesley-cafe-sign-up1.html . mid-1960s became performers of country soul music at Methodist Episcopal Church, 701 S.W. Topeka Blvd. The clubs and dances in Arkansas and elsewhere in the FIRST SATURDAY BREAKFAST BUFFET – 7:30 AM - musical’s theme is “O, Sing Unto the Lord a New Song! mid-South of the United States. 785-221-8970. FOR 10:00 AM, Shawnee Heights UMC, 6020 SE 44th Sing Unto the Lord, All the Earth!” INFO: [email protected] TOPEKA SINGING CONVENTION – Aug. 4, 3:30pm, St. HOLY SMOKIN' CAR SHOW & JAMBOREE – Sep. 7-8, BLUES HEALER IN CONCERT – Aug. 4, 6pm, Family of Luke Missionary Baptist Church, 2222 SE Madison St. 8am-4pm, Mother Teresa Catholic Church, 2014 NW God Church, 1231 NW Eugene St. Free. 785-234-1111, Free event. 46th St. Car Show Sat. only, 8-2. For info: 785-286- FOGchurch.com, [email protected] 26th” ANNUAL FAMILY OF GOD CONVENTION – Aug. 2188, [email protected] NOONTIME BROWN BAG CONCERT SERIES - Every Wed., 6-9, 7pm nightly & Aug. 11 at 11am, Faith Temple 11am–1pm at Westar Pocket Park at 8th & Kansas Ave. Church, 1162 SW Lincoln August 7: Ellie Smith & J Fowler; August 14: Charlie ANNUAL TENNESSEE TOWN BASKETBALL TOURNA - Barber; August 21: Jen and Michael Accoustic MENT – Aug. 10, 9am, King’s Court, Lincoln & Experience; August 27: Jangalang Munson. Registration is Free. Call 235-1834 to regis - BLUES BEATLES - Aug. 7, 7-11pm, Jayhawk Theatre, ter your team! Lots of fun, music, fellowship, and 720 SW Jackson. Beatles with a blues twist. 221-8970 food (while it lasts) ELMONT OPRY – Aug. 9, 7pm; and Aug. 10, 1pm, COMMUNITY DINNER – Aug. 7, 5-6:30pm, Tecumseh Elmont UMC, 6635 NW Church Ln. Doors open 90 min - UMC, from 5-6:30 pm. Chicken & noodles, mashed utes early for food. Tickets $10 – call John at 246-0156. potatoes, vegetable, salad, dessert and drink for a free will donation. Meals-to-go available. SECOND SATURDAY CONCERT SERIES – Aug. 10, Black Top Thunder 7-9; Chance Encounter 9:30 - midnight, on NAZNIGHTZ @THEWOODS – Aug. 8-10, 5pm, 8th St. outside The Celtic Fox. Free. 785-235-2138 Wanamaker Woods Church of the Nazarene, 3501 SW Wanamaker Rd. A fun event for the whole family to JOSH TURNER – Aug. 15, 7:30pm, TPAC play and learn together. Food trucks, bouncy houses, GOD'S DIRT! – Aug. 18, 6pm, Family of God Church, games and musical drama. FREE. 785-273-2248. 1231 NW Eugene St. Free concert. 785-234-1111, www.wwnaz.org [email protected] FOGchurch.com, [email protected] 14 • August 2019 ______MetroVoiceNews.com ______Facebook/MetroVoiceNews ______Topeka Metro Voice SHEPHERDS CENTER PICKLEBALL GROUP - plays 2637 SE 41st St. Dances from 20 countries. No part - [email protected], 785-379-5642 and pulled pork sandwiches and a bounce house for Vice President Strategic Initiatives. For info: Gary Mon. & Wed. Mon. at Countryside UMC, 32nd & ners or experience necessary. No fee. 215-0968. HARVESTER'S MOBILE FOOD PANTRY - August 3, the kids. Re-launch the Bishop Park Neighborhood Tenpenny / 913.219.9064 / [email protected] Burlingame, from 3-5. Park on the NORTH side & use TOPEKA ACAPELLA UNLIMITED AUDITIONS – Any noon to 1 pm, Shawnee Heights UMC, 6020 SE 44th Watch group. 785-215-5351, emailus@brookwood - SLASH AND BASH 15TH ANNIVERSARY HORROR/SCI FI the furthest WEST door. Follow the hallway to gym. On Monday 7pm, at Seaman Community Church, Street. Fresh food, fruit and vegetables, and dry goods covenant.com FILM FESTIVAL – Aug. 15-17, Doubletree Hilton, 200 Wed. at First Baptist, 30th & MacVicar, from 1-3. Park Fellowship Hall, 2036 NW Taylor. More female singers will be distributed. No income guidelines BACK TO SCHOOL BASH – Aug. 10, 10am-3pm, 815 McDonald Dr., Lawrence. A weekend of Horror and Sci on the WEST side. Gym is right inside the doors. are needed to sing four part acapella harmonies. TOPEKA BLVD CRUISE NIGHT – Aug. 3, 7:30-9pm. SW 5th. Fun, food, entertainment and more. Free event Fi movies from 6pm Friday until 7am Saturday. MONDAY FARMERS MARKET – Mondays 7:30- Come be our guest any Monday night. Topeka Acapella Cruisin’ the Boulevard. Hosted by Spangles but some activities require a ticket. Register for Saturday will be filled with movies and guest talks 11:30am, Topeka & Sh. Co. Library, May 13-Oct. 7 Unlimited is a Chapter of Sweet Adelines, bouncehouses, school supplies and talent show at from Horror & Scifi movie stars. International. Call Cindy at 785-640-7403 for info JESUS FEST – Aug. 3, 3-7pm, Salvation Army, 1320 SE https://wonderfulworksyout1.wixsite.com/website. For SILVER LAKE FARMERS MARKET – Tuesdays 6-8pm, 6th Ave. Food, music from local & out-of-state artists. REVIVE Topeka – Aug. 16, 7 - 8:30pm, Big Gage June 6-Sep. 5, Silver Lake Library SQUARE DANCING - Shawnee Swingers has monthly info: Toni - 785-580-8310. Sponsored by Wonderful Shelter House. An initiative to bring all the churches in dances and sponsors lessons in the Fall. Call or text CAR SHOW - Aug. 4, 5-9pm. Topeka Bible Church, Works Deliverance Center COGIC Topeka together in one accord to pray for the peace EAST TOPEKA FARMERS MARKET – Tues. 3-7pm, 1135 SW College Ave. This event is for anyone and Topeka Housing Authority, 2010 SE California. 785-845-2357; [email protected]. On BACK TO SCHOOL BASH – Aug. 10, 10-4pm, Midwest and prosperity of Topeka. Following meeting: Sep. 13. Facebook: Shawnee Swingers Square Dance Club. everyone. Feel free to bring your own car. For info: Float, 2120 Brandywine Ln, Ste 110 (1 blk west of 21st [email protected] or 785-215-5664. SAFE STREETS COALITION MEETING – First Wed. of [email protected] or 785-338-6406 wesquaredance.com & Wanamaker). Free & fun event for students, teach - BUSINESS GROWTH WORKSHOP – Aug. 16, 9:30am, the month, 11:45am-1pm. Great Overland Station. For PRIMARY ELECTION DAY – Aug. 6. Don’t forget to ers, coaches & parents! 785-783-8307; desk@mid - info: 266-4606 or [email protected] BADMINTON – Mon. & Fri. 6-8pm, First Baptist 712 Innovations, 712 SW Kansas Ave. Learn how to Church, 30th and MacVicar. Topeka Badminton Club vote! westfloat.com; www.midwestfloat.com use social to promote your business or event, without CAPITOL MIDWEEK FARMERS MARKET – Wed. invites players of all ages and skill levels to come for C5Alive “POWER” LUNCHEON – Aug. 8, 11:30-1, NATIONAL NIGHT OUT EVENTS – Aug. 10. National wasting tons of time and money. 785-221-7982 7:30am-noon, May 15-Oct. 9, Jackson & 10th. informal games. The fee is $3 per night. Free instruc - Forest Park, 3158 SE 10th St. Featuring Max Manning Night Out events throughout Topeka and Shawnee https://kansasbusinesssolutions.com/grow CARBONDALE FARMERS MARKET - Wednesdays 4- tion upon request. Susan at 267-4906. • Cost: $10 for C5 members & first-time guests who County. For info about events call Safe Streets, [email protected] 6:30, Carbondale City Park. Vendor-grown or vendor- AUG. CYCLING EVENTS – Various cycle rides are RSVP, $12 at the door 266.4606 or email [email protected]. 5 COURSE DINNER, TRAIN RIDE – Aug. 17, 7- produced. 836-7887. offered by Kansas Cyclist. www.kansascyclist.com/ • $15 for non-members & repeat guests. CRUISIN' THE CAPITAL CAR SHOW – Aug. 10, 6-9pm, 10;15pm, Kansas Belle Dinner Train, Midland Railway, COUNTRY AND BALLROOM DANCING - Thursdays 6- AUG. OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES – Outdoor events and 10th & Jackson. Live entertainment, food trucks and Baldwin City. 3 hour train ride, and optional live enter - 9pm. Croco Hall. Info: Edwina 379-9538 or 478-4760. • Please RSVP to [email protected], so we know how beer gardens. Followed by Second Saturday Concert tainment, a murder mystery titled "Lights Camera activities. www.getoutdoorskansas.org/calendar much food is needed! SHEPHERDS CENTER LINE DANCING GROUP - meets Series in front of the Celtic Fox at 8th and Jackson. Assassination!” Reservations: 785-594-8505. OPEN HOUSE CELEBRATION – Aug. 2, 2-7pm, Autumn Open to the public – Put POWER in your life with great 2nd & 4th Thur, 2-4 at First UMC, 6th & Topeka. Park Home Plus, 750 NW Walnut Ln. Refreshments, meet FAMILY-TO-FAMILY EDUCATION CLASS – Aug. 12, 6- MOVIE NITES IN NOTO – Aug. 17, 8pm. "The Big on the west side & use west door. Immediately inside, food, great speakers and great company! Invite a 8pm, Countryside UMC, 3221 SW Burlingame Rd. Free Lebowski" will be screened on the 800 or 900 block of staff, tour 3 homes on the same block. 785-232-0730, friend to join you! turn left & walk the ramp to the library, then left to 785-845-6538 NAMI Topeka 12-session course begins for family, North Kansas Avenue in NOTO. Bring chairs, blankets. elevator. Push [B] for fellowship hall 785-249-3258. . SAVE THE DATE: C5Alive Power Luncheon, Sep. 12, partners, friends, etc. of adults living with mental ill - BUSINESS GROWTH WORKSHOP – Aug. 2, 9:30am, MARAIS DES CYGNES RIVER VALLEY FESTIVAL – Aug. NOTO MARKET ON FIRST FRIDAYS – NOTO arts dis - 11:30-1, ness. Special guest speakers Rebecca Phillips from 24, 10am-9pm, Quenemo, Ks. Mountain Man 712 Innovations, 712 SW Kansas Ave. Learn how to the short film “Living with Schizophrenia: A Call for trict. Arts, antiques, fine crafts, flea market rank your website or social platforms on google search COMMUNITY OUTDOOR MOVIE – Aug. 9, 8:45pm, Rendezvouz, Marais des Cygnes River Plainsmen, Hope and Recovery” and her mother, nationally recog - reenactments, Old Fashion Rope Making, Acoustic SAVING DEATH ROW DOGS ADOPTION BOOTH - Every & Network with other business owners. 785-221-7982 Auburn Christian Church. “The Lion, The Witch and nized marathon runner, Claire Phillips. For info: Susan Sat., 11am - 2pm, Petco, 1930 SW Wanamaker. Some https://kansasbusinesssolutions.com/grow, The Wardrobe.: Free popcorn and lemonade. Music Jams, Indian Blanket Trade Circles, National Wallace at 785-231-7253 or [email protected] Guard Equipment, Fire Trucks, Food Vendors, Craft and Sat. adoption booths are held at PetSmart, 2020 SW [email protected] TALL CORN 2019-MADE IN AMERICA FESTIVAL , Aug. Westport Dr. Updates at savingdeathrowdogs.com SENIOR CITIZENS LUNCH – Aug. 12, Perry Community Art Booths, Quenemo Historic Displays, Face Painting, BACK-TO-SCHOOL CLOTHING FAIR - Aug. 2, 9am- 9-11, Rossville. Music, crafts, family fun Building at noon. Lasagna provided for the main dish. Games. 785-806-0846 [email protected] SLIDERDAYS – 12-1pm, Jayhawk Theatre, 720 SW 6pm, and Aug. 3, 9am-1pm, Dawson Hall at Highland NNO KICK-OFF PARTY – Aug. 9, 5:30-7:30pm, Hy-Vee, Bring a side dish, your table service, and $2. Program Jackson. Join us every third Saturday for Line Park UMC, 2914 S.E. Michigan Ave. The clothing is free ANNUAL DENIM TO DIAMONDS – Aug. 24, 5:30pm-12. 29th & Wanamaker. Games, music, prizes, food and by Friends of Hospice. Downtown Ramada. Dinner & auction. Benefits Dancing!! Cost: Free-will donation!! 50% of your to students who attend schools in East Topeka. 785- fun in the Hy-Vee parking lot. All are welcome donation applied to renovation of Jayhawk Theatre. 267-5910. CBMC MARKETPLACE AMBASSADOR LUNCH – Aug. Ronald McDonald House. For tickets and info: 235- STUFF THE BUS – Aug. 10, 4-6pm, Heritage Park in 14, 11:30am-1pm, The Signatry, 7171 West 95th St, 6852 or www.rmhctopeka.org DOWNTOWN TOPEKA FARMERS MARKET - Saturday's MOVIE ON THE LAWN – Aug. 2, 7:45pm, Kansas Auburn. The Auburn Lions Club is collecting school Suite 501, Overland Park. Connect with other like- through Nov., 7:30am-noon, 12th & Harrison. The Capitol grounds. “A Bug's Life.” Free, bring blankets RUN FOR ONE 5K AND FUN RUN – Aug. 24, 9am, Lake supplies for children in need. Refreshments provided. minded business and professional men seeking effec - Shawnee Shelter House 2, 3137 SE 29th St. Supports open-air market is full of fresh fruits and vegetables, or lawn chairs. tive ways to become an ambassador for Christ in the herbs, arts & crafts, flower, home-baked goods, etc. (un)adopted®, Lifeline Children’s Services’ interna - FREE MOVIE NIGHT – Sat. Aug. 3, 6pm, Highland marketplace. (Meet 2nd Wednesday of each month) tional orphan care ministry. jessa.swearingen@life - Heights Christian Church, 2930 SE Tecumseh Rd. NATIONAL NIGHT OUT – Aug. 10, 5:30-7pm, Guest Speaker will be Lee Truax, CBMC International, MOTHER TERESA’S FARMERS MARKET – Saturdays, Brookwood Covenant Church, 3601 SW 33rd St. linechild.org 8:30-11:30am, 2014 NW 46th St. Showing "The Might Macs" and Veggie Tales for the kids. Doors open 5:30pm. Free snacks provided. Neighbors meet TOPEKA FOLK DANCERS CLASSES - Sundays, 2-4pm, neighbors. Hot dogs Topeka Metro Voice ______MetroVoiceNews.com ______Facebook/MetroVoiceNews ______August 2019 • 15 INDIA FEST – Aug. 25, 10-2, Big Gage Shelter House. other important questions. FAMILY EXPERIENCE (FX) – Every Sun., 6:01pm, & youth ages 3-HS. For info: 286-0467. Washburn Tech, 5724 SW Huntoon (enter east doors Indian cuisine, jewelry, art, music & entertainment. For MUTT STRUT – Sep. 8, 5-9pm, Heartland Park. Bring Fairlawn Church of Nazarene, 730 Fairlawn Rd. A time AWANA – Every Wed., 6:30-8pm, Auburn Christian facing Huntoon). No RSVP or fee is required. Small info: [email protected] your furry Best Friend to a day at the race track to of high intensity, action packed, skit mania, worship Church. Bible based program for children & youth business owners are invited to a Breakfast AWE MEETING – Aug. 27, noon, Topeka Library, 1515 walk the World Famous Road Course! ALL Participants music all centered around the word of God for 45 min - ages 3-HS. For info: 256-2515. Roundtable discussion with members of SCORE SW 10th Ave. Learn and grow with other women entre - have the choice of walking the 2.5-mile "Greyhound utes. A free family worship event. For info: Emily Moore, (Service Corps of Retired Executives). Info: 234-3049. 272-6322 or [email protected]. TOPEKA PRAYER GROUP - Every Wed., 6:30pm, 409 preneurs in Topeka. 785-221-7982 https://awetope - Dash" or the 1-mile "Chihuahua Walk"! ALL Dogs SW Buchanan St.Do you believe that God hears and TOPEKA LOVE AGLOW – Once a month on Sat. morn - ka.com [email protected] MUST be on a leash. Proceeds Benefit Saving Death BOY'S TRAIL LIFE & AMERICAN HERITAGE GIRLS answers prayers? Do you believe Jesus wants to lead ing. A time of worship, prayer and encountering God. TOUCH - A – TRUCK – Aug. 31, 9:30am-1:30pm, Row Dogs. http://tiny.cc/MuttStruttTopeka, 224-6672 TROUPS - Every Mon. 6pm, Cornerstone Comm. Ch., His people by His Holy Spirit? Come join us in prayer Call Tawny Barton at 785-409-0232 or Linda Williams Downtown Topeka, 8th - 10th Street. Free Admission. RECOGNITION DINNER – Sep. 10, 6-8pm, Rosewood 7620 SW 21st. Faith-based scouting programs, age 5- as we seek His face for answers and direction. 785- at 785-267-0600 for details. 18. Register at cornerstonetopeka.com. 478-2929. LABOR YOUR LEGS FUN RUN – Aug. 31, 8am, Auburn Event Center, 3216 SW 29th. A dinner honoring the 845-1948; [email protected] RUSSIAN HOUSE OF PRAYER – Every Sat., 4pm, Fire Department. Sunflower Striders Running Club is Rev. Max Manning, founder of Topeka-based Global TOPEKA MANKIND PROJECT – Mondays, 6:30pm, 2112 MACHINE EMBROIDERY CLUB – 1st Wed., 9am–3pm, Williamstown Assembly of God, 1225 Oak St., sponsoring a free 5K (3.1 miles) fun run/walk. After Missions Inc. & co-founder of Topeka Rescue Mission. SW Morningside Rd. Supports men in becoming their Our Savior's Lutheran Church, 2021 SW 29th Street Perry/Williamstown. For info: 597-5228. the run enjoy a free pancake feed. Find more details Speakers at the program will include various Christian best selves, including physical, mental & emotional (east door). Anyone with an Embroidery machine is SINGLES PLAY CARDS SR . – 1st Sat., 6-9pm, St. and RSVP at Facebook.com/ Sunflower Striders. leaders who have worked together with Manning in health & wellness. Open to any man. Brian Thomas: invited to attend, there are no dues or formal meeting Peter’s UMC, NW 35th & Hwy 75 ministry. Barry Feaker, executive director of the Topeka [email protected] or 785-727-9439 agenda. Lunch is on your own. Teach each other, enjoy KANSAS CITY RENAISSANCE FESTIVAL – Aug. 31 - Rescue Mission, will be the master of ceremonies. For SAVING DEATH ROW DOGS ADOPTION & EDUCATION - Oct. 14, 10am-7pm; Weekends only plus Columbus THE FORCE (Students Taking Action) – 1st Mon. & fellowship & complete projects. Call 379-5159. every Sat. 11am-2pm, Petco, 1930 SW Wanamaker. tickets or more info: Dinner4Max.fogchurch.com. 3rd Tue., 6:30-8pm, Safe Streets, 2209 SW 29th St. Day and Labor Day. 628 N 126th St., Bonner Springs, SAFE STREETS MEETING – 1st Wed., 11:45am, Great UPPER ROOM COMMUNITY – second Sat., 10 am, KS. www.KCRenFest.com. 913-721-2110. 7TH ANNUAL SCSPC 5K RUN/WALK – Sep. 14,8:30- Committed to being alcohol & drug free. Associate Overland Station 266-4606. 11:30am, Crestview Shelter House. Hosted by with like-minded peers, plan activities & get involved Capitol Building HARVEY HOUSE LUNCHEON – Sep. 5, 11-2pm. Unique Shawnee County Suicide Prevention Coalition. For info: in the community. Youth 12-18 invited. 266-4606. STUDENT IMPACT – Every Wed., 6–8pm, First elegant luncheons served by costumed Harvey Girls [email protected] Southern Baptist, 1912 SW Gage Blvd. Youth games, who enjoy sharing their knowledge of Fred Harvey and HEARTLAND HEALTHY NEIGHBORHOODS – 2nd Mon., teaching, worship, small groups. For info: 272-0443. SUPPORT GROUPS the historical Harvey Houses. Tour of Great Overland 11:45am-1pm. Promoting neighborhood well-being by MIDLAND CARE GRIEF SUPPORT Groups: Building A, mobilizing people, ideas & resources. 233-1365. CHRISTIAN CHALLENGE – Every Thurs. 7–9pm, First Station to follow. RSVP by Aug. 29: 785-232-5533 MEETINGS & CLASSES Southern Baptist, 1912 SW Gage Blvd. Worship for col - 200 SW Frazier Circle HUFF 'N PUFF HOT AIR BALLOON RALLY – Sep. 6-8, TOPEKA LINCOLN CLUB – 1st Tue. of month, 7pm, lege students. Every Mon., 4-5pm: 12 Week Adult Group for Recent CONCERNED WOMEN FOR AMERICA MEETING - Join Topeka Public Library. Discussing our greatest Mount Hope Cemetery grounds, north side. Weather other concerned individuals to pray and unite in action INTENTIONAL MOM - 1st & 3rd Thurs., 9-11:30am, Loss 1st and 3rd Thu., 10:30am & 5:30pm— permitting there will be flights Fri eve, Sat morn & eve, President, Abraham Lincoln, and his times. The public Ongoing Adult Group 1st and 3rd Thu., 5:30pm: for Shawnee Co. and our Nation. For info about is welcome. For info, contact Kirk Nystrom 235-6977. Topeka Bible Church Auditorium, 1135 SW College. For & Sun morn. Fri & Sat eve balloon glow at dark. Food, monthly meetings: 785-260-5659 or ks.cwfa.org. all moms, helping them to be intentional! 234-5545. Ongoing Young Adult Group (4-18 years of age) drinks, music, activities for the kids Fri. eve & Sat. OUR LADY OF THE FAITHFUL – 1st Tues., 6:30pm For All Groups: Call for start dates and info packet. HEAT UP TOPEKA - Free fitness classes; learn and Mass followed by Dinner, Most Pure Heart of Mary OPERATION BACKPACK – 1st Thurs., 6pm, Lyman BLUES, BREWS & BITES FESTIVAL – Sep. 7, 3-11pm, build healthy social & eating habits. Held at Trinity Learning Center, Lyman and N. Kansas Ave. Group and individual grief support available upon Meade Park. TFI Family Services hosts a full day of live Catholic Church. A Catholic group for those in their request. For info: 785-232-2044 ext.341 Presbyterian Church, 4746 SW 21st St. Florence 20-30s. Michelle Ann 580-3071 or ourladyofthefaith - Volunteers gather to assemble Weekend Snack music, adult beverages, and fabulous food trucks. Crittenton: 785-233-0516 www.flocritkansas.org Sacks for low-income students. No assembly in ABORTION RECOVERY SUPPORT – Providing services Guests must be 21+. Josh Hoyer & Soul Colossal; [email protected]. Facebook: "Ourladyof theFaithful." TOPEKA TREASURE HUNTERS CLUB - 3rd Sun. of each August. Sponsored by Topeka North Outreach. For for women & men who suffer from Post-Abortion Keesha Pratt Band; BelAirs; Zac Harmon. Silent SUNRISE OPTIMIST CLUB – Every Tue., 6:30am, info: 286-1370. Syndrome. Kay Lyn at [email protected]. Auction. $30.00 at bluesbrewsbites.eventbrite.com. month except May, Sep. & Dec., 7pm, Papan’s Landing Sunrise Optimist Complex, 720 NW 50th St. 246-1291. VIP tickets available. (972) 685.1400. Senior Center, 618 NW Paramore St. Family TOPEKA GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY – 4th Thurs., 7pm, AL-ANON FAMILY GROUPS – for friends & families of Memberships include children & grandchildren up to MENNINGER BIBLE CLASSES - Tuesdays 11am-12:30. Topeka Shawnee County Public Library, 1515 SW 10th alcoholics. 785-409-3072 or topekaalanon.org THE TRUTH ABOUT DINOSAURS AND CREATION - Sep. 18 yrs. A place to meet friends to discuss all aspects Amerus Room, YWCA, 225 West 12th. A new study St. No program in Nov. or Dec. Promotes & stimulates PURSUIT FOR SEXUAL PURITY – Men struggling with 7, 6:30pm, and Sep. 8 9am, Rolling Hills Christian of Metal Detecting, club business, plus socializing & group for Year One of Flo Menninger’s course on Four the education, knowledge & interest of the member - Church, 4530 NW Hiawatha Pl. Does God exist? Is entertainment. Years through the Bible. Read and discuss Genesis pornography & sexual addiction. This bible study/ ship & the public in family history, genealogical accountability group uses the Pure Desire book by Ted evolution happening today? If God is a God of love, through First Kings. Nominal charge for materials. For records & research. 233-5762 or tgstopeka.org. why do we suffer and die? Creation Ministries DEAF WORSHIP SERVICE – 3rd Sun., 3pm, Faith info call the YWCA at 233-1750 or Clara Gamache at Roberts. For info: 249-9509. All inquiries confidential. International is coming with answers to these and Lutheran Church, 17th & Gage. 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‘The Farewell’ explores the fibs one family tells in love GENRE: Drama Comedy CAST: Awkwafina as Billi; Tzi Ma as Haiyan; Diana Lin as Jian; Shuzhen Zhao as Nai Nai; Han Chen as Hao hao; Aoi Mizuhara as Aiko

Is there ever such a thing as a good lie? Even when it’s told as part of a farewell? Billi, a struggling young artist in Brooklyn, isn’t so sure. I mean, yes, she generally lies to her family about all kinds of things. But those are mostly insignificant fibs, such as telling her grandmother ‘‘Mary Poppins Returns’ tops Nai Nai that she always wears a hat when it’s cold outside so that the this month’s streaming lineup older woman won’t worry about her. By Michael Foust next-best thing to going back in Or she might tell a lie of omission, time and experiencing the first such as failing to tell her parents that the enormous secret. It repeatedly exerting its influence on Billi’s Michael Banks is a young widow - moon landing all over again. This she’s behind in her rent. Those kinds pops up in the family discussions extended family. er facing eviction from his London groundbreaking documentary of lies are, frankly, no big deal to Billi. outside Nai Nai’s hearing. Billi’s dad The movie shows the spiritual side home. film combined never-before-scene But when she learns about her even ruminates on the idea that in of Chinese individuals. While not That’s bad enough, but with two footage with voices from 1969 family’s Really Big Lie, it nearly blows America, such a lie “would be illegal.” Christian, the song “Come Healing,” children to care for, he is growing (including that of Walter her away. These tug-and-pull discussions speak an almost hymn-like Leonard Cohen desperate for a solution. Cronkite) to create a nostalgic Billi accidentally finds out that her to just how much this extended fam - song in the movie’s soundtrack, Perhaps Mary Poppins could masterpiece. It is rated G, beloved Nai Nai has been diagnosed ily loves its bossy-but-loving matri - speaks to broken people and poeti - bring the family some cheer. After although it contains two coarse with terminal lung cancer! But the arch. And even though the family cally calls for healing of the body, all, she played with Banks and his words (“h-ll” heard in the John whole family—all of Billi’s aunts, members are spread out to various mind, and spirit. sister when they were children. Stewart song Mother Country , uncles and cousins— have decided points on the globe, we see how the To illustrate the positive side of the They loved her. Maybe she even and a muffled “d–n” by Collins not to give her the bad news. They hereditary glue of family responsibil - American culture, Billi’s parents tell a could help him find the money to from space when he says he feels want to keep her ignorant of the ity and love, as well as strong Chinese story of a pastor giving them a key to catch up on his payments. “d–n good.”) prognosis, even though she may only cultural traditions, unite and the church so that young Billi could The 2018 film Mary Poppins Star Trek movies (Amazon have weeks left to live, believing it strengthen this grieving clan. freely practice her piano lessons Returns (PG) began streaming on Prime) -- Good news, Trekkies: better that the old woman live out In fact, Billi increasingly wrestles when the building was closed. Netflix July 9, telling the story of Five Star Trek movies begin her life without fear or grief. with the idea of being so far away A movie filled with sad people cry - Michael and Jane Banks as two streaming this month on Prime: The whole clan has gone so far as from people whom she loves, as well ing can be an emotional affair. A adults dealing with adult-like prob - Star Trek IV: The Voyage Home setting up a staged wedding, between as the Chinese culture that she left movie of sad people purposely not - lems -- jobs and finances and stress. (1986), Star Trek VI: The a cousin and his short-term girl - behind when her family moved to crying can be even more so. In The It is a sequel to the 1964 film Undiscovered Country (1991), America. “One of the few good mem - Farewell, director Lulu Wang takes friend, just so they could have an Mary Poppins , which starred Julie Star Trek: First Contact (1996), ories from my childhood was my that concept a step further. excuse to get together in China for Andrews in the lead role as she Star Trek: Insurrection (1998) and summers with Nai Nai,” she muses. Wang introduces us to a family one last loving farewell to Nai Nai, dropped from the clouds under - Star Trek: Nemesis (2002) . All who’s none the wiser. An uncle also opines that family in that gathers together to talk about neath a magic-like umbrella to sing have violence, and some have lan - Oh, and on top of all that, they China is particularly important, “In their past, their leavings, their stay - and dance with the kids on Cherry guage and sensuality. weren’t gonna tell Billi anything the East, one’s life is part of the ings, their losses, their memories, Street Lane. Emily Blunt ( A Quiet about it at all! They were all certain whole,” he notes, contrasting it with their regrets. They do everything they that she would give the whole scheme the American value placed on pursu - can to gently bottle-up any personal Place ) plays the newest Mary For children away the minute her loving Nai Nai ing individual happiness. sadness, even as they try to let a loved Poppins. Astro Boy (Netflix) -- A scien - looked her in the eyes. And frankly, Even though Nai Nai is feeling the one know just how much she means The two films have a lot in com - tist builds a flying robotic boy to they were probably right about that. ill effects of her disease (though she to them. mon. They’re both musicals. replace his deceased son. He’s Who came up with this nutty plan has no idea how sick she is, since her Oh and, out of kindness, they lie They’re both filled with child-like “Astro Boy” -- and he soon any way, Billi wonders angrily? How doctors conspire with her family to their faces off. wonder and goofy scenes. And becomes a superhero. Rated PG could they not tell Nai Nai? Doesn’t keep the harsh news from her), she The crying part? Well, that’s left to they’re both feel-good films that for some action and peril, and she deserve a chance to say goodbye, never lets it slow her down or dim her us. leave you singing. brief mild language. (Note: the too? loving spirit. She pushes forward, ful - Writer/director Wang reported No, Mary Poppins Returns isn’t movie has a few potty terms and Billi decides there’s only one thing filling her duties, speaking words of that when she initially offered this as good as its predecessor, but it still references to “stupid” and “idiot,” to do: She must make her way to encouragement and taking time semi-autobiographical tale to stu - has plenty of family-friendly fun but I have never heard any coarse China to be with her extended family whenever she can to winkingly moti - dios, they wanted her to reshape the (like a room where everyone is language.) July 1. and her dying grandmother, no mat - vate and persuade her “stupid girl” of script into something closer to an upside down) and life lessons The Croods (Netflix) -- It’s a ter what it takes. She’ll go. She’ll love. a granddaughter (which she says as a Asian version of My Big Fat Greek (among them: slow down and re- family-centric story featuring a She’ll laugh. She’ll cry. playful term of endearment) in posi - Wedding. Thankfully, she didn’t do discover the simple pleasures of caveman family who lose their And … she’ll lie like a rug. tive directions. But if anything, she that. your younger years). home -- er, cave -- in a natural dis - The one thing that’s unquestion - strives to take any negative worry off Instead she crafted a tasty cinemat - The word “magic” is never men - aster. They then discover a whole able in The Farewell is how much Nai Billi’s shoulders. “Life is not about ic stew of family depression and grief, tioned in Mary Poppins Returns. new world they didn’t know exist - Nai’s family loves her. She’s the family what you do, it’s about how you do hugs and laughter, memories and That’s because the film isn’t about, ed. Rated PG for some scary matriarch. The rock. The one whose it,” she tells the young woman. regrets. It’s spiced with sweet, well, magic . Rather, it’s a celebration action. July 21. opinions and values have shaped the We also learn that what Billi’s fam - encouraging conversations and funny of childhood and creativity and Dino Dana season 3 (Amazon entire clan in profound ways. And ily has chosen to do isn’t something family dinners, examinations of the wonder. It’s an imaginary world of a Prime) -- A young, budding pale - though one could question the choice that they dreamed up on their own. differences and similarities of child, come to life. ontologist interacts with real to deceive her, no one can question In fact, we see that there’s a long Chinese and American cultures, and It’s rated PG for some mild the - (CGI) dinosaurs in her backyard. each family member’s deep love for Chinese tradition of not telling ter - some blatant fibbing. matic elements and brief action. It July 26. this grand old lady. minally ill elderly people the truth As we said, this is not a “Christian” contains minimal violence, and no Billi is initially aghast at the idea of about their condition in an attempt film but it has a powerful message sexuality or coarse language. Michael Foust has covered the inter - deceiving Nai Nai. But as the film to spare them from the associated that resonates. Watching it you’ll find Also streaming this month: section of faith and entertainment unfolds, it gently explores that ques - pain that comes with it. This certain - something pretty close to food for the more than a decade. He is the father of tion, of whether there’s any such ly doesn’t resolve the fundamental familial soul. For adults/teens an amazing wife, Julie, and the father thing as a “good” lie. Billi’s not the ethical issue at the core of the film, –PluggedIn.com Apollo 11 (Hulu) -- It’s the of four small children. only one struggling mightily to keep but we do see how this tradition is Topeka Metro Voice ______MetroVoiceNews.com ______Facebook/MetroVoiceNews ______August 2019 • 17

music By Michael Foust reviews Jeremy Camp wants to ‘share the hope’ For Christian singer Jeremy Camp, the Walking, from the album in May. It is next year won’t be like any other 12-month based on Colossians 2:13. That song and stretch during his long career. his upcoming album have a similar theme, It began in June with the making of I he said: Remember what God has done. Still Believe -- a faith-based romantic film “You were once a dead man walking,” he about the relationship with his first wife -- said. “You may be going through struggles and will continue this fall with the release and hardships. Yet look what God has of his yet-to-be-titled next album. Then in done. He's been faithful.” March 2020, I Still Believe will hit theaters, giving Camp a larger platform than he’s ever had by putting his story in front of Newsboys millions of moviegoers. Album: United family-friendly spotlight Jon and Andrew Erwin are directing it. It brings together former vocalist Peter “I feel like the last few years have been a Furler and guitarist Phil Joel with the cur - ‘Overcomer’ leads this month's big heart preparation for me for this very rent band members, including singer moment,” Camp said. Michael Tait. It’s among the best Newsboys family-friendly spotlight I Still Believe will tell the true story of albums ever. If you want a rock-style wor - By Michael Foust failing perpetually and frustrating every - Jeremy and Melissa falling in love, marry - ship song, try Greatness of Our God. For a body else because they don't know who ing, and then returning from their honey - song with Furler and Tait harmonizing, lis - Editor’s note: This monthly series, “5 they are in Christ.” moon only to discover cancer had spread ten to Symphony . To hear the Newsboys Family-Friendly Things,” spotlights five It is the Kendricks’ sixth film and their throughout her body. She died a few and former DC Talk member Kevin Max, family-friendly entertainment choices on first since War Room, which climbed to months later. He then wrote the song, I Still film, DVDs, streaming or television. No. 1 nationwide on its second weekend. Believe. K.J. Apa ( Riverdale ) will play Jeremy, I admit it. I cried during the first A No. 1 showing at the box office may be a tall task for Overcomer because of while Britt Robertson ( A Dog’s Purpose ) Kendrick Brothers movie I watched: the will play Melissa. marriage-themed Fireproof (2008). I did the competition: The R-rated Angel Has Fallen , which opens the same weekend as Camp wrote about Melissa’s testimony The album includes 17 tracks, with every - the same during Courageous (2011), in his 2011 book, I Still Believe. Still, he which spotlighted fatherhood, and War Overcomer , is predicted by Box Office thing from pop ( How Deep Is The Love ) to Pro to make around $17 million its first said, having it re-told on the big screen electronic dance music ( Love Won’t Let Room (2015), which focused on prayer. caused him to pause briefly and ask: Do I weekend. (War Room was No. 1 with $9.5 Me Down) to acoustic guitar ( Jesus Loves And, yes, I cried again while watching a want to put my wife and family through million.) Me) . I liked it. But if you don’t like any of screener of their latest film, Overcomer , that again? In 2003 he married Adrienne But Kendrick films always seem to sur - those, then listen to Selah I. It includes a which opens in theaters Aug. 23 and fol - Liesching Camp, the lead singer of the prise us. clip from a Billy Graham sermon. lows the story of a basketball coach and a Christian band The Benjamin Gate. Overcomer is rated PG for some the - high school cross country athlete who are He and Adrienne strongly felt the hope- matic elements. searching for their identity in life. filled story of Melissa needed to be told on Visit OvercomerMovie.com. Alex and Stephen Kendrick -- the film - screen. Melissa had stayed strong in her Also worth watching this month: try Love One Another. Another good one making duo behind these popular faith- faith while facing death, and Camp, too, ‘Unplanned’ -- It’s the film about Abby is Never Setting Sun . It has 10 tracks. based films -- are skilled at weaving an held to his faith after her passing. Johnson, the former Planned Parenthood emotional-laden story with biblical truth. “It's not about me, it's about what God clinic director who became pro-life after Sure, they want to entertain you, but has done,” Camp said. “And God's opening Hillsong Young & Free they’re more concerned with your heart. assisting with an abortion. Unplanned a door to share the hope that he's given Album: III They want to convict you with the gospel. releases on DVD and Blu-ray Aug. 13. It me.” It’s the third album but the first studio They want you to walk away from the was rated R but should have been PG-13. Camp said he sensed God telling him: “I release from Hillsong Church’s contempo - movie with a desire to become more like Yes, the film shows an abortion on an want to use this to minister to more people rary worship group, which -- unlike Christ. That’s why many of us cry during ultrasound, but that’s the only scene in than you've ever ministered to before.” Hillsong United -- makes worship music these films. the film involving an actual abortion. The Camp released a single, Dead Man Overcomer (PG) follows the story of rest of the film follows Johnson’s story. geared solely toward a younger audience. John Harrison (Alex Kendrick), a coach Still, this film isn’t for children. It’s dis - whose team is expected to contend for the turbing and includes minor language. state title. But when a local company clos - ‘Tolkien’ -- It’s the biopic about J.R.R. GOS to hold book launch and booksigning ceremony es -- forcing families to move elsewhere Tolkien, the author of The Lord of the Rings. Tolkien is a fascinating peek into Lawrence G. Wright had a distinguished traveled from Gettysburg PA to Palm looking for work -- he loses his best play - 39-year career with the Atchison, Topeka Springs CA, and from that point on, the ers. He also loses his identity as a success - the life of the famous author, although it doesn’t touch on his faith. It’s rated PG-13 and Santa Fe Railway spanning the years Eisenhowers requested his service for every ful basketball coach. John is then forced to 1956 – 1995. His just-published book, subsequent trip. coach the cross-country team, which for some sequences of war violence and is probably best for tweens and up. Tolkien “From the Rear of the Train: My Story as Wright initiated many changes at the consists of one girl named Hannah (Aryn Eisenhower’s Porter to Innovator on the AT&SF Railway that still stand today. His Wright-Thompson) who also is search - releases on DVD and Blu-ray Aug. 6. It debuted on digital platforms in July. Santa Fe Railway”, tells a unique story from stories about these experiences during his ing for her identity and purpose. She grew his perspective as a Black employee of the career are told in this every ngaging book. up without a father. Overcomer also stars ‘Secret Life of Pets 2’ -- Don’t believe the critics. This animated film was better railroad. The book chronicles his experi - Wright will hold a book launch and Priscilla Shirer (War Room) as the princi - ences, achievements and struggles, told in booksigning ceremony at Great Overland pal and Shari Rigby as John’s wife, Amy. than its predecessor, and it includes a great pro-family message about children. Larry’s own colorful, personal way. Station on Sunday, August 11 at 2 PM. Overcomer asks the question: What do Larry Wright Jr. will speak about the Participating in the program will be you allow to define you? It releases on digital platforms Aug. 13 and DVD and Blu-ray Aug. 27. Rated PG book and its significance. A “railroad man” Elizabeth Farnsworth, a native Topekan, A Christian’s identity, the Kendricks himself, Larry Jr. completed a 34-year former Chief Correspondent for the PBS say, mustn’t be found in their work, hob - for some action and rude humor. (It also includes one unnecessary instance of “p- career with the ATSF/BNSF Railway where Newshour, and Producer-Director of sev - bies or family, but in Christ. he ultimately achieved the position of eral award-winning documentaries. She “Even though we call ourselves ssed.”) ‘Buddy Davis Amazing Adventures’ -- Director of Training Services characterizes the book as “informative, dis - Christians, we still tend to put our pri - Development. He worked tirelessly with turbing, inspiring and sometimes very mary identity in our job,” Alex Kendrick It’s an adventurous nature-centric chil - dren’s program with a biblical worldview. his parents to ensure publication of this funny. Larry Wright is an American hero.” told me. book. Also giving his perspective on the book Said Stephen Kendrick, “If we don't Buddy Davis goes on a dinosaur dig, visits the everglades, goes caving and explores Wright arrived in Topeka in 1952 with a will be Tom Averill, novelist and Professor know who we are in Christ, we will be football scholarship in hand to play at the Emeritus of English at Washburn, who has devastated rather than just disappointed” Alaska and glaciers in this Answers in Kansas Technical Institute, a black school. ning personality, a friend recommended taught Kansas Literature for over 40 years when trials come. Genesis series. It’s now on Pureflix.com. When the school closed not long after, him for service with the AT&SF Railway for and has an abiding interest in all things “It’s like sending somebody out on a Michael Foust is the husband of an Larry went to work at various Topeka busi - the job of Business Car Porter, where he Kansas. football field and they don't know what amazing wife named Julie and the father nesses, including the popular Chocolate soon was serving some of the railroad’s Books will be available on site for $10. team they are on or what position they’re of four small children. Follow his blog, Shop restaurant and the Jayhawk Hotel. highest officers. One time he was assigned Wright will sign autographs as requested. playing,” Stephen Kendrick said. “They're MichaelFoust.com. Because of his strong work ethic and win - to former President Eisenhower’s train as it

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Fluid intelligence, which important now than it has ever been. life. may cause this to diminish, in turn dimin - encompasses problem-solving skills and With a complete understanding of the Cognitive decline is an increasingly ishing an individual’s cognitive abilities. abstract reasoning, is the type of intelli - intricate biological processes of the brain, prevalent issue, with the aging population gence that abates in old age. potential solutions for the cognitive growing larger than ever. This new How Cognition Changes with Age In addition, recent evidence has shown decline may be developed. Scientists pre - research relating to aging brain networks A certain degree of cognitive decline is that the brain maintains its plasticity in dict that diet and lifestyle changes, along provides key insights into how cognitive a normal part of aging. Even healthy indi - older age. When a brain is a plastic, it with consistent brain activity, could be decline may be avoided in the future. viduals eventually suffer from cognitive means that it’s able to respond and react beneficial in the prevention of brain aging. impairment with age. Difficulties with life, the grey matter in the body has signif - efficiently to new demands. So, contrary In the future, there may even be drugs to Brain Networks in a Healthy Brain memory, speed in interpreting informa - icantly atrophied. This is considered nor - to common misconceptions, older adults help stall or avoid the dwindling of cogni - The human brain consists of several tion, and reasoning are examples of nor - mal within the realm of brain aging but are often quite able to adapt to challenges tive abilities. interconnected networks. These networks mal symptoms of aging; older adults often does negatively impact information pro - and learn new skills. Efforts to stall brain aging will improve play varying roles in a person’s ability to produce lower results on learning and cessing, memory, and attention in older the quality of life for many older adults. adapt and react to external circumstances. memory evaluations. adults. Looking Forward in Brain Aging But, it may also help treat a variety of cog - To function effectively, brain networks The effects of aging on the brain may The brain’s ability to communicate and Innovations nitive diseases. The natural process of cog - must transfer messages between each begin far earlier than most would expect, provide vital signals for bodily functions We’ve established that cognitive decline nitive decline increases an individual’s sus - other while maintaining distinctiveness in with the process of cognitive deterioration are reduced with age. This is widely char - is considered a normal aspect of aging. ceptibility to illness, as well as cerebrovas - their cognitive roles. already in effect at the age of 40. acterized as neuronal atrophy, which But, this doesn’t mean that cognitive cular and neurodegenerative diseases. So, A brain network must be able to effi - Additionally, the volume of grey matter in comes along with an increase in back - decline is inevitable, or that the symptoms in the process of innovating treatments ciently interpret messages from other net - humans begins to diminish after the age of ground noise within the brain. The of brain aging will remain as a widespread for cognitive deterioration, researchers works to complete tasks. Research has 20. Grey matter is brain and spinal cord increased random activity in the brain issue among older adults. may make progress toward an advanced revealed that while the structure of the tissue that’s mostly made up of nerves. By inhibits brain networks from sending Understanding gradual shifts in the treatment for various diseases. brain plays a role in the framework of net - the time an individual has reached later accurate signals; with this process, the brain over the course of a lifespan greatly –seniorsmatter.com The habit you should start today if you want to be happier in your old age of a sedentary lifestyle, but perhaps less your life is like. personality than living in poverty, or obvious is that physical inactivity is also That’s right, the study controlled so suffering from an autoimmune disease. associated with unwelcome changes in effectively for demographic and life fac - I can’t say for sure that my haphazard personality over time. Previous research tors that the effect of physical activity exercise routine during the early years of has documented these effects over peri - (or the lack thereof) on personality motherhood has made me a happier ods of four and ten years. A new paper change was as great or greater than the person now, but I can say with certainty in the Journal of Research in Personality personality changes stemming from that I fully expect to be the most agree - has extended this, finding that greater demographic factors and even disease able, extraverted, and open person ever physical inactivity at baseline is associat - burden. So not exercising could literally in 20 years. ed with deterioration in personality two have a more detrimental effect on your – Calah Alexander | aletiea.org decades later, even after accounting for any differences in initial personality. As the researchers point out, there is The first self-aware discovery I made months or years, and only lapsed back an upside: the findings suggest that even as an adult transitioning out of extend - into exercise out of desperation. But I a moderate increase in your activity lev - ed college adolescence was that exercise always lapsed back into it, because I els today could have positive implica - made me happy. I discovered it acciden - knew that it was the one thing guaran - tions for your personality decades from tally at first, and marveled at the direct, teed to make me less grumpy and more now. immediate correlation between the days relaxed. The research was combined from I exercised and the days when I’d think, What I didn’t know back then was three long-running, statistically signifi - “Today was a good day.” that exercise doesn’t just have that effect cant studies from people nationwide, The wonder quickly gave way to on someone’s personality for one day; and the findings consistently revealed slight irritation, because the pleasant the positive effects of exercise last for that baseline physical inactivity directly mood boost required sometimes decades, according to Business Insider: correlated with a significant deteriora - unpleasant physical exertion. You might not be surprised to hear tion in personality decades later. Sometimes I gave it up entirely, for about the harmful health consequences Specifically, researchers found that the more sedentary a person was at the study’s outset, the sharper the decline was in their conscientiousness, agree - ableness, extraversion, and openness two decades later. Surprisingly, the researchers also found a direct link between sedentary lifestyles and late-life neuroticism. Basically, not exercising today will make you a grumpy, neurotic miser — no matter who you are or what Topeka Metro Voice ______MetroVoiceNews.com ______Facebook/MetroVoiceNews ______August 2019 • 19 the feeling of boredom, you may prac - Conclusion tice mindfulness as a tool to keep life A healthy, balanced approach to care - interesting. giving can help family caregivers to not Caregiving also involves a great deal only avoid boredom but also find a valu - MCaregiaving nis maentaglly aind ng Caregiver Boitrself eto ddiverseo socim al circles of downtime. By taking time to reflect able sense of fulfillment. Being a caregiv - emotionally taxing, especially and frequent human interac - on your goals and interests, you can plan er can be rewarding and even have a when the care is coming from a tion. But, by making your ahead for productive uses of this time. positive impact on your emotional well - loved one. Family caregivers social life outside of caregiv - Here are some examples: being. But, this requires awareness of often put their regular lives on ing a priority, you can gain • Explore new genres and authors in and preparation for boredom, stress, hold to care for an aging family fulfillment from human literature. and difficulties. By respecting the need member, meaning that they’re interaction and get much- • Try learning a new language. for respite, making productive use of handling a major lifestyle transi - needed breaks at the same • Take a part-time online course that downtime, and prioritizing the need for tion along with implications of time. This idea leads us to the allows you to work when you can. outside human interaction, caregivers their loved one’s declining importance of caregiver • Have a pen pal – you can write them can significantly enhance their quality of health. This is enough to cause respite. letters during your spare time. life. When caregivers take care of them - anyone emotional distress, and • Take up a crafty hobby like embroi - selves, they’re better equipped to take the frequent feeling of boredom The Need for Caregiver dery, knitting, painting, or scrapbook - excellent care of their loved one. may come as a result. Respite ing. Caregiving doesn’t take place Respite for caregivers is –seniorsmatter.com in a bustling office. It doesn’t essential for managing feel - involve great amounts of inter - ings of boredom and stress. action with other people, or Without regular periods of feelings of accomplishment respite, caregivers will end up from the success of a project. run down, unmotivated, and Caregivers are tasked with mun - may even start building feel - dane, everyday tasks – some of ings of resentment. which are flat-out unpleasant. Caregiver respite benefits No matter how much you love everyone involved in the care the person you’re caring for, process. The person being dedicating 24 hours out of every cared for will continue to be single day to tend to their needs is a dif - boredom. safe and well-tended to, with care just ficult feat. Social interaction is a key component temporarily coming from a different Not every moment of your life as a to a healthy life. The absence of regular source. At the same time, the caregiver caregiver will be fulfilling. In fact, satis - social interaction can lead to health will have much-needed time to take a fying moments as a caregiver may be complications including depression, ele - break, both mentally and physically. few and far between. Tasks like filling vated blood pressure, and age-related Respite can also renew the caregiver’s out medical forms and making appoint - disorders (NIH). Social connections are ability to perform well in their position, ments are tedious and time-consuming. even shown to help with longevity; peo - which enhances the well-being of both But, in any situation, you can strive for ple who maintain vibrant social lives the caregiver and the person being cared personal growth that will greatly enrich tend to live longer and experience fewer for. your life outside of caregiving. health complications (The New York In your time of respite as a caregiver, Below you’ll find insights into care - Times). balance taking time for yourself and giver boredom and how it may be effec - Isolation is a common and concern - spending time with friends. This will tively tackled. Caregiving may be neces - ing issue among caregivers – the feeling help you gain the social interaction that sary, but you can come out of it having of isolation can accompany or precede you’re likely missing on a day-to-day learned valuable lessons. feelings of boredom. In a study of family basis, but also take time for rest and self- caregivers of individuals with dementia, care. Social settings and alone time are The Value of Human Interaction caregivers reported increased feelings of both important as a caregiver; an effec - As a caregiver, your main source of isolation with increased care responsi - tive respite schedule will give you time human interaction is the person you’re bilities. It may be more difficult to lean for both. providing care for. For family caregivers, on friends for support, as free time Caregiver respite comes in different this is typically a parent, an older rela - becomes limited and certain friends forms. Not every type of respite may be tive, or even an older sibling. You’re may be uncomfortable being around available in your area, and some respite spending virtually every minute of every the person needing care. While this situ - programs may be out of reach for other day in each other’s company, so finding ation presents difficulty in and of itself, reasons. But, it’s possible to find or cre - new topics to discuss quickly becomes a it may help you identify people you can ate a respite program to suit your needs. challenge. Limited conversation and reliably turn to for support. Here are common examples of care - long stretches of silence are some of the It goes without saying that caregiving giver respite to research in your area: quickest avenues to prolonged caregiver isn’t an occupation that inherently lends • Adult daycare • In-home care services • Caregiver Counseling and support groups • Respite voucher programs to pro - vide caregivers with temporary help • Temporary stays at residential care facilities Making the Most of Down Time When you find yourself frequently bored as a caregiver, it’s all too easy to become trapped in the mindset of believing that it will never get better. Boredom happens, but it’s not inevitable. By making subtle shifts to your mindset as a caregiver, you may find that you can reduce boredom over time. 8 The next time you feel stuck and bored as a caregiver, try focusing your mind on the present moment. You may have visited this doctor’s office countless times before, but you may take the opportunity to observe your surround - ings. Enjoy people watching for a while; consider the lives of those around you. Perhaps strike up a conversation with a fellow caregiver. Instead of dwelling on 20 • August 2019 ______MetroVoiceNews.com ______Facebook/MetroVoiceNews ______Topeka Metro Voice this year so their numbers might go up a bit, especially when the Wildcats come to town. There will be more purple in the stadium than blue. But I’m not betting on it, especially if they’re not winning. Texas and Iowa State visited the ‘Hawks last year and both schools tend to travel well. Those two games were the lowest If you want to see just how bad foot - at some of the other teams in the Big 12. attended games in Lawrence last season. Bo Bichette, 'believer who ball has been in Lawrence, just check out Texas averaged the most at 97,713. That’s I do expect their attendance numbers last year’s attendance numbers. The close to 80,000 more than Kansas. That’s to increase a bit this year. The excitement happens to play ball,' makes Jayhawks had 24,000 folks show up for not quite fair though because Texas was over the Les Miles hire is pretty high and their season opening loss to Nicholls ranked 7th nationally last year in average fans are going to want to check out the State. When Rutgers visited two weeks attendance. As a matter of fact, there new product. However, they fall on their MLB debut for Toronto Blue later, 28,000 watched that one. were five Big 12 teams that were faces early on, especially against Indiana Something happened between that ranked in the top 30. Oklahoma was State and Coastal Carolina, their first two game and their first Big 12 game 11th, West Virginia 25th, Texas Tech home games, attendance will sink again however, because only 18,000 28th and Iowa State 29th. and it will be business as usual for the went out to watch the Jayhawks Kansas State averaged 49,738 in Jayhawks. lose to Oklahoma State. For the attendance, good for 7th in the confer - Of course, putting a winning product final three home games, they ence. TCU was 8th in the conference on the field would help solve a lot of couldn’t get over 16,000 in attendance. with an average of 42,868 and Baylor was these problems. The Big 12 needs KU Football is the engine that drives the 9th, at, get this, 41,336 per game. That’s football to be successful. The state of train in college athletics. Sure, it’s fun to 21,912 more than Kansas. Do you realize Kansas needs them to be successful and be considered a “basketball” school, but that every school in the Big 12 consis - the city of Lawrence needs them to be when your football team is successful, the tently played in front of crowds over successful. For too long I’ve heard the entire athletic department benefits. The 40,000 until they visited Lawrence? phrase, I just want them to be competi - Jayhawks averaged just over 19,424 per Memorial Stadium has a capacity of tive. Sounds like a true basketball school game last year. 50,071. to me! Let’s put this in perspective by looking They host Oklahoma and Kansas State

Toronto Blue Jays shortstop Bo Furthermore, Bichette is a Bichette wasted no time getting his “believer, who happens to play first major league hit out of the ball” and actively shares his faith way. In the first at-bat of his career on social media. His Twitter bio on Monday, Bichette ripped a sin - begins with the acronym IJNIP, gle to left field in a 7-3 Toronto which stands for “In Jesus’ Name I win. Play.” On Instagram, he’s recently Bichette, the son of former four- quoted James 1:4, Philippians 4:8, time All-Star Dante Bichette, is and Romans 8:28. regarded as a top-10 prospect by “God will never hand us some - every major outlet. The Blue Jays thing we can’t handle. His plan is selected him in the second round great, his plan is perfect.” of the 2016 MLB Draft. Bichette is one of three second- Bichette played 56 games in generation MLB players — along Triple-A this season with the with Vladimir Guerrero Jr. and Buffalo Bisons, where he hit .275 Cavan Biggio — viewed as core with eight home runs and 32 RBI. pieces to the Blue Jays’ future. All He was called up to the big leagues three made their major league to fill the roster spot left open after debut this season and are under the trade that sent Eric Sogard to the age of 25. If they can live up to the Rays, and inserted into the the hype, Toronto’s future will be lineup right away. incredibly bright. Topeka Metro Voice ______MetroVoiceNews.com ______Facebook/MetroVoiceNews ______August 2019 • 21 entertainment and playroom in one. own but simply making sure you’ve Don’t forget about any other special created balance and harmony within add-ons to your home. If disability the house. plays a role in your life, take the time to choose a layout that incorporates Function and Style ramps, elevators, and other easy-access Knowing the functionality of your entryways and home features. home layout and tying your desired style into your layout is imperative. Balance and Harmony Always value functionality before style, Deciding on the Perfect When you’re starting to plan and otherwise you may end up with a execute your desired layout, keep the home layout that looks good but does - laws of Feng Shui in mind. Feng Shui is n’t work for your needs. Is the layout IfL youa’ve yeveor bueent o n fthoe hrun t Yfor aouMruch Hof thoesem quee stions the art of creating harmony and bal - you’ve chosen functional? Can you new home, you already know there’s a can be answered by taking ance within your home. The first step is perform your necessary tasks like lot of important factors to consider. the time to research what to clear any messes and de-clutter. entertaining, cooking, relaxing, You’ve got to think about your family your budget can buy you. Balance out the different features of bathing, folding laundry, in the layout needs, lifestyle, budget, and so many Many times homeown - your home in a way that brings you you’ve chosen? other things that your life may revolve ers are easily swayed by peace and rest. Feng Shui is traditional - This doesn’t mean you should dis - around. It’s not easy choosing the per - upgrades they may see ly associated with the four elements of count your taste in style. Style also fect layout for your home, but the when viewing a new house. Don’t let need and want. fire, water, wood, earth, and metal. plays a major role in deciding what process should be enjoyable and well- the upgrades sway your decision Incorporate these details into the dif - your perfect home layout will look like. informed. The last thing you want is to beyond your budget. Most homes that Size and Floor Plan ferent areas of your home layout. The Go with something that is functional end up disappointed because you come with upgrades will cost more Size is a massive factor in deciding principle of Feng Shui can be strictly yet appealing to the eyes and a place didn’t weigh the pros and cons before because of their increased value. You your perfect home layout. Assess your adhered to, or you can make it your that you’ll want to call home. deciding on your layout. Deciding on may be enticed by a home with needs and wants and pick a size. There the perfect layout for your home tremendous upgrades but it could also are many varieties of homes that will involves several components and the put a tremendous dent in your bank suit a person’s needs depending on following tips will help you. account. You may want to consider their size. compromising and investing into If you’re not looking for anything Know Your Financial Limits upgrades later on, or find your inner large or a home that won’t size a full Purchasing a home as a first time handyman and install upgrades on household, you can consider looking buyer, or investing in a new home, is an your own or with the help of family into condos or townhomes. These exciting decision, but your budget and friends. attached apartment-style homes offer should be at the forefront. Make sure Your budget should have the final multi-level living, and a sense of own - that you know the limits to your budg - say when it comes to deciding what ership. If you’re going solo, you may et. Is your budget hefty enough for the layout you will choose for your home. want to stick with an apartment and home and layout that you want? Is If you’ve got the money, go for it. If you plan the layout of your home with the your budget confined to specific choic - don’t, do your research and see where space you have. If you have a family es that you may have to compromise you can find some wiggle room. Keep and want the complete sense of owning on? Are you willing to spend outside in mind that if you overspend in the a home, buying a two-story, split-level, your budget to get what you want? initial stages of planning and buying or ranch style home may be the best These are all substantial questions that your home layout, you may not have choice. you need to take the time to consider. enough for the furnishings that you’ll The inside floor plan is another important aspect when deciding what your home layout will look like. A pop - ular trend in recent years is the open- concept floor plan. This floor plan is structured just like it sounds. There are Coupon Expires Aug. 31, 2019 fewer walls separating the different rooms on each level, and instead the rooms flow into each other. This cre - ates the illusion of a larger home and it’s a favorable choice for many moms who want to keep an eye on the kids while they’re in the kitchen. The open- concept floor plan can be arranged in different ways but the point is that the rooms will be all connected (for the most part) instead of being sectioned and separated by walls.

Consider Your Lifestyle Don’t be too hasty in decid - ing on the perfect layout for your house without considering your lifestyle. The way you live plays a leading role in how your home will be used. Do you like to entertain and have guests? You will need to incorporate guest bedrooms, an entertain - ing area, or backyard deck. Is entertainment and relax - ation a major part of how you spend your time? If this is the case, you may want to have a man-cave, girl’s room, or a basement that’s been trans - formed into a game room. If you have children, a playroom can be a great room to add your home’s layout. You can also consider splitting one of the room’s in your layout to be an 22 • August 2019 ______MetroVoiceNews.com ______Facebook/MetroVoiceNews ______Topeka Metro Voice Wed. 6:30pm - Children, Youth, Adult ~ Nursery care for all services ~ Buck Creek 12 New Resident 12. 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Topeka Metro Voice ______MetroVoiceNews.com ______Facebook/MetroVoiceNews ______August 2019 • 23 Movie Nights Continue in NOTO It's the Summer of NOTO!! It's time area: to celebrate with good art, good • Round Table Bookstore, 825 N. Welcome... friends, and GREAT fun! Kansas The NOTO Arts & Entertainment • The Glass Station, 1001 NW TO NORTH TOPEKA! DTistrOict ha s NannoOunceRd itsT "WHomen of Central Welcome... NOTO" exhibit inside the Morris • Paper June, 927 N. Kansas Gallery at the NOTO Art Center. This • NOTO Escapes, 907 N. Kansas speTcial OexhiPbit EshinKes liAght ! on the NOTO Movie Nites returns this women business owners and artists in summer also, with big screen movies the district, who make NOTO what it set up in the street. Bring your chairs & is today. blankets! NOTO Arts District also welcomes North Topeka hosts First Friday like the following new businesses to the no other place in Topeka! Topeka Arts

District has become an attraction to Art Lovers and History Buffs alike with 35% OFF Burgers! beautiful scenes of art and history. The restaurants, locally owned shops, art galleries and studios have become a favorite art walk destination. Entertainment can also be found on First Fridays, at various venues during the artwalk up and down N. Kansas Avenue, as well as streetside vendors. The restaurants, locally owned shops, art galleries and studios have also become favorite art walk destinations. Besides the Art Walk in NOTO, other North Topeka businesses have begun joining in and coordinating complementary events.

TOPEKA RESCUE MISSION More important than living in KANSAS is where you will live forever. Just as you would MINIS TRIES look at a map of KANSAS to find your way, so you must look at the Bible to find your way to FAITH WITH IT S SLEEVES R OLLED UP heaven. The Bible says, “Narrow is the way, Main: 785.35 4.1744 which leadeth unto life, and few there be that Non-Cash Donations: 785.35 7.4285 find it.” (Matt. 7:14). Jesus said, “I am the way, 600 N K ansas A ve the truth, and the life: no man cometh unto the Volunt eer Ser vices: 785.35 4.1744 e xt. 393 Topek a, K S 66608 Father, but by me.” (Jn. 14:6). Jesus is the Boutiq ue on t he Boulev ar d: 785.4 78.5 744 only way to Heaven and He gave these direc - Thr if t S tor e: 785.235.909 4 P.O. Bo x 8350 tions on getting there. TRMonline.or g Topek a, K S 66608 1. Realize you are a sinner. Everyone starts the same place spiritually. “For all have sinned and come short of the glory of god.” (Rom. 3:23). Sin’s penalty keeps you out of Heaven and condemns you to Hell, separat - ing you from God. Romans 6:23 says, “The wages of sin is death.” Sin brings both physi - cal & spiritual death. “And death and hell were cast into the lake of fire. This is the second death.” (Rev. 20:14). 2. Realize Jesus paid the penalty. Jesus Christ’s death, burial, and resurrection provid - ed a way for you to go to heaven and restore your relationship with God. “But God com - mendeth his love toward us, in that, while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us.” (Rom. 5:8). Since Jesus, God’s Son, was the only One who could pay for our sin, He is the only Way to Heaven. 3. Repent of your sin and receive Jesus as your Savior. In order to go to Heaven from KANSAS, or anywhere else, you must accept Christ by calling on Him in prayer. He tells us in Romans 10:13, “For whosoever shall call upon the name of the Lord shall be saved.” Use the following prayer, or one similar to it, to receive Him now: Dear Lord Jesus, I know I am a sinner. I believe that you died and rose again for me. Please forgive me of my sin, become Lord of my life, and take me to heaven when I die. I am trusting you completely, and in nothing I can do. Thank you Jesus! Amen. 24 • August 2019 ______MetroVoiceNews.com ______Facebook/MetroVoiceNews ______Topeka Metro Voice

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