CORONAVIRUS / COVID 19 – Due to the Coronavirus / COVID-19 pandemic, all services are provided online through our Facebook and YouTube live feeds at 10:30 AM on Sundays.
To protect the health and safety of our church family, we will suspend Sunday school, children’s church, and nursery care during this Coronavirus (COVID 19) crisis. Miss a Sunday? Click here to view the West Side Baptist YouTube channel.
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Learn to study the Psalms of Thanksgiving (#65-68) with us ONLINE or IN PERSON at 10:30 am on Wed., May 5, 2021. Call or Private Message (pm) me for the Zoom meeting ID and passcode. Blessings, Pastor Ivan+
Read The Witness - the newsletter of West Side Baptist Church - for May 2021. Download a copy at www.wsbctopeka.org/download. ![]()
The Witness is the free, monthly newsletter of the West Side Baptist Church of Topeka, Kansas (a registered 501(c)3 Not-For-Profit Religious Charity). Pick up a print copy at the Church or call the Church Office to have a free copy mailed to your home. ![]()
Blessings, Pastor Ivan+
Wednesday Morning Bible Study - Learn to study the Psalms (49-50) with us ONLINE or IN PERSON at 10:30 am on Wed., April 21, 2021. Emergency Health Orders will be observed, including handwashing, face masks, social distancing, and mass gathering limits of 97 persons. Call for Zoom meeting ID and passcode. Blessings, Pastor Ivan+
Memorial Service for Judy Longstaff - It is with deep sadness that we say goodbye to our beloved Christian friend, and faithful church member, Judy Longstaff who returned to God's Majestic Glory on Sunday, April 11, 2021, at her home in Topeka. A Christian Service Celebrating the Resurrection will be held at 10:30 am on Friday, April 16, at West Side Baptist Church, 1008 SW 4th St, Topeka. Attendees are asked to follow current mandates and CDC guidelines (wash hands, wear a mask or face covering, social distance 6 feet from others, and avoid large gatherings). The family will receive guests during the Visitation on Thursday, April 15, from 5:00 – 7:00 pm at the Davidson Funeral Home. www.davidsonfuneral.com/obituary/judy-longstaff
Obituary for Judy Joan Longstaff at Davidson Funeral Home
www.davidsonfuneral.com
Judy Joan Longstaff, age 81, of Topeka passed away Sunday, April 11, 2021 at her home in Topeka. Judy was born November 11, 1939 in Topeka the daughter of Arthur and Alice Matteson Frost. Judy graduated from Topeka High School in 1957. She married the love of her life, Ernest
Free Fruit & Vegetable Food Pantry on Wednesday, April 7, from 3:30 to 5:30 pm, while supplies last, at West Side Baptist Church, 1008 SW 4th St, Topeka, 66606. PHOTO I.D. with VALID ADDRESS REQUIRED. MOBILE SITE: LINE-UP & WAIT on 4th STREET ONLY (DO NOT use Fillmore, Western, or other side streets). Enter western PARKING LOT from 4th and CLAY Streets. Do not park or exit your vehicle. PHOTO I.D. with VALID ADDRESS REQUIRED.![]()
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Program Eligibility: PHOTO I.D. with VALID ADDRESS REQUIRED. Permanent residents in the Topeka area (zip code 66601-66619). Income Restrictions: None. Households: One household per address or property. Hebdomadally: Clients are limited to receive one distribution per week. Equal Opportunity: No discrimination permitted. PHOTO I.D. with VALID ADDRESS REQUIRED.![]()
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COVID RESTRICTIONS: MASKS REQUIRED - The church is voluntarily cooperating with the Governor of Kansas Executive Order and the Shawnee County Health Department to protect our neighbors' health, including social distancing and wearing face masks/covers. The Fruit & Vegetable Food Pantry will be open each Wednesday in APRIL (7, 14, 21, and 28). Call the Church Office at (785) 233-4241 for holiday and weather-related closures. *All food is available at no cost.
Immediate Opening - An American Baptist Church (USA) searching for an artistic, creative and innovative musician to play our pipe organ part-time on Sundays at 10:30 am, during choir rehearsals and special services (e.g., funerals and weddings). Well maintained 1962 M.P. Moller Pipe Organ (Opus 9726) with 2 manuals, 28 registers, and 9 rants. The candidate should possess technical expertise, artistic knowledge, and attention to details. Competitive compensation.![]()
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DESCRIPTION: The Church Organist serves as a part-time professional musician at West Side Baptist Church of Topeka, Kansas (the Church). She or he is expected to provide musical presentations and accompaniment for scheduled services at or on behalf of the Church, including preludes, hymn accompaniment, offertories, postludes, etc. The Church Organist is expected to participate in the ministry team under the supervision of the Senior Minister.![]()
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MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: The Candidate should possess excellent organ skills. The Church Organist shall have formal and/or practical music training. An hourly wage will be based on education, performance, and experience.![]()
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ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The Church Organist is expected to fulfill the essential duties inherent to organ music performance in a multi-cultural congregation.![]()
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PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: The Church Organist must be able to lift and transport equipment, materials, music, supplies, and other job-related items up to 40 pounds. ![]()
Call the Church Office by phone (785) 233-4241 or email (office@wsbctopeka.org) for more information or apply online at www.wsbctopeka.org. ![]()
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Equal Employment Opportunity - “We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.”
Maundy Thursday Seder Supper - Come remember Jesus' last supper with his disciples at our Maundy Thursday Seder Supper on April 1 (no joke) at 7:00 pm in Holmer Hall. RSVP by Wednesday night to (785) 233-4241 or pastor@wsbctopeka.org. All are welcome! Bring a small throw pillow. Women bring a headscarf or pashmina. Questions? Call Pastor Ivan at (785) 233-4241.