Join Our Christian Classics
Book Club Today!
Are you ready to dive deeper into your faith and explore some of the most life-changing works in Christian literature?
We’re excited to announce the launch of the Christian Classics Book Club at West Side Baptist Church!
📚 VOTE: 2027 Christian Book Club Reading List!
Help Us Choose What We’ll Read Together!
Our Christian Book Club is looking ahead to a new year of reading, learning, and growing in faith! We’re inviting you to VOTE for the books you’d most like to read and discuss in 2027.
Explore this inspiring collection of Christian books recommended by RENEW.org, featuring titles designed to deepen your biblical understanding, strengthen your faith, challenge your thinking, and help you follow Jesus more faithfully.
🗳️ Make Your Voice Heard! Choose the books that interest you most and help shape our 2027 reading journey. Let’s discover great books, share meaningful conversations, ask thoughtful questions, and grow together as followers of Jesus!
Read. Reflect. Discuss. Grow.
Faith doesn’t have to be complicated—
but there’s always more to discover!
DEEPEN YOUR FAITH AND GAIN WISDOM FROM SPIRITUAL GIANTS:
OCTOBER’s BOOK (2026):
“THE RULE AND EXERCISES
OF HOLY LIVING”
by Jeremy Taylor
JOIN US FOR A LIVELY DISCUSSION ON
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 25 at 5:30 PM
WEDNESDAY, October 28 at 11:30 AM
📖 Join us for Christian Book Club as we share thoughts, faith, and fellowship while discussing our latest book!
Haven’t read it yet? No worries—you’re welcome to join the conversation, connect with others, and grow in faith together! ❤️
- NOVEMBER’s BOOK (2026): “THE RULE AND EXERCISES OF HOLY DYING” by Jeremy Taylor
- DECEMBER’s BOOK (2026): “THE MAN BORN TO BE KING” by Dorothy L. Sayers
WHAT TO EXPECT:
Friendly Welcome: The Club is open to all persons of faith and no faith to explore the wisdom and writings of Christians.
Engaging Discussions: Share your thoughts, ask questions, and learn from others in a welcoming, safe, authentic environment.
Faith-Strengthening Insights: Discover powerful truths that will deepen your understanding of God and your spiritual journey.
Meaningful Connections: Build lasting relationships with others who share your passion for Christ and great books.
Readers and Listeners: You can read, listen to, or skim the book synopses. Our goal is
Real-Life Questions: Explore the truth of the Christian worldview while challenging the misperceptions of the world.
No Judgments: We welcome all persons in good faith, including those who can not or did not read the books.
HOW TO JOIN: FREE!
1. SIGN UP TODAY: Let us know you’re coming by contacting the Pastor or Church Office.
2. GET A COPY OF THE BOOK: Grab a hard or electronic copy of the book from our AMAZON BOOKSTORE, the Topeka/Shawnee County Public Library (TSCPL), AUDIOBOOK.COM, or LISTEN to the AUDIOBOOK if you prefer. All are welcome!
3. COME!: Join us even if you didn’t understand or finish the book, have questions or challenges. Get ready to ignite your faith!
WHEN DO BOOK CLUBS MEET?
Usually, on the FOURTH SUNDAY at 5:30 PM and the FOURTH WEDNESDAY at 11:30 AM in Holmer Hall (first-floor parlor). CHECK the CHURCH CALENDAR for details, study guides, and changes to the schedule.
BOOK COMPLETED in 2025-2026:
- SEPTEMBER’s BOOK (2026): “THE CITY OF GOD” by Augustine of Hippo
- AUGUST’s BOOK (2026): “RESOLUTIONS: and ADVICE TO YOUNG CONVERTS” by Jonathan Edwards
- JULY’s BOOK (2026): “REACHING OUT: The Three Movements of the Spiritual Life“ by Henri J.M. Nouwen
- JUNE’s BOOK (2026): “ALL OF GRACE“ by Charles Haddon Spurgeon
- MAY’s BOOK (2026): “A CHANCE TO DIE: The Life and Legacy of Amy Carmichael” by Elisabeth Elliot
- APRIL’s BOOK (2026): “THE SEVEN LAST WORDS FROM THE CROSS” by Fleming Rutledge
- MARCH’s BOOK (2026): “THE CONFESSIONS OF SAINT PATRICK” by Patrick of Ireland
- FEBRUARY’s BOOK (2026): “THE BEAUTIFUL WORLD” by Susan Rohrer
- JANUARY’s BOOK (2026): “THE COST OF DISCIPLESHIP” by Dietrich Bonhoeffer
- DECEMBER’s BOOK: “THE IMITATION OF CHRIST” by Thomas à Kempis
- NOVEMBER’s BOOK: “HINDS’ FEET ON HIGH PLACES” by Hannah Hurnard
- OCTOBER’s BOOK: “THE PURSUIT OF GOD: THE HUMAN THIRST FOR THE DIVINE” by A.W. Tozer
- SEPTEMBER’s BOOK (2025): “ORTHODOXY” by G.K. Chesterton
- AUGUST’s BOOK: “THE PRACTICE OF THE PRESENCE OF GOD“ by Brother Lawrence
- JULY’s BOOK: The Hiding Place by Corrie Ten Boom
- JUNE’s BOOK: In His Steps by Charles M. Sheldon
- MAY’s BOOK: “THE SCREWTAPE LETTERS” by C.S. Lewis
- APRIL’s BOOK (2025): “PARADISE LOST” by John Milton
- MARCH’s BOOK (2025):
- FEBRUARY’s BOOK (2025): “MERE CHRISTIANITY” by C.S. Lewis
- JANUARY’S BOOK (2025): “THE PILGRIM’S PROGRESS” by John Bunyan [Handout]
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Have questions? Contact us at the Church Office (785) 233-4241.
Don’t miss this opportunity to explore Christian classics and connect with a community of believers!
Reserve your spot now and let’s journey through Christian literature together!
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UPDATED: 20 OCTOBER 2026
