Welcome to Worship at Countryside!
When you visit Countryside, we hope you will find a warm, welcoming environment that will help you experience the presence of God and be uplifted for the week ahead.
Countryside UMC is currently worship online. Please join us on Sunday morning for our inspiring worship service at 9:00 am Sunday, https://www.facebook.com/CUMCTopeka.
Holy Communion is offered every 1st Sunday & other holy occasions. Scroll down for more information about our current sermon series and worship opportunities.
ash wednesday
in-person procession
Please join us as you are able for an in-person procession through the sanctuary for Ash Wednesday service on February 17th. We will have music, scripture, and the imposition of ashes in the sanctuary from 3:00-4:00 p.m. and again from 6:30-7:30 p.m. As possible, if your name begins with A-K please come during the first half of either hour, and if your name begins with L-M please come during the latter half of either hour. Please enter the east narthex doors (Entrance 2 or 3) with your mask on and with proper social distancing. As you enter, you will walk up the center aisle of the sanctuary, receive the ashes, and exit building from either entrance 1 or 4, nearest your vehicle. Our safe-keeping team will be there to offer assistance and direction. We look forward to processing safely together and seeing your faces as we begin this Lenten journey together as the body of Christ.
Current Sermon Series
The WALK : Five Essential Practices of The Christian Life
February 7:
"Walking with God"
Genesis 3:8-9
Rev. Dr. Paul Wilke
February 14:
"By Method and Measure: Your Walk with Jesus"
1 Timothy 4:7b; Corinthians 9:26
Rev. Dr. Paul Wilke
February 17: Ash Wednesday
February 21:
"Worship and Prayer: A Living Hallelujah "
Psalm 95:1-7; 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18b
Rev. Christine Potter
February 28:
"Study: The Importance of Listening and Paying Attention"
Psalm 119:105; 2 Timothy 3:14-17; John 10:2-4
Rev. Dr. Paul Wilke
March 7:
"Serve: Here I AM Lord, Send Me"
Joshua 24:15; Matthew 20:26-28; Ephesians 2:10
Rev. Dr. Paul Wilke
March 14:
"Give: For Where Your Treasure Is..."
Matthew 6:19-21; Luke 6:38; Acts 20:35
Rev. Dr. Paul Wilke
March 21:
"Going Fishing, Reflecting Light"
Matthew 4:18-20; 2 Corinthians 5:20; Matthew 28:19, 20
Rev. Dr. Paul Wilke
March 28: Palm Sunday
"The Five Practices from The Cross"
Matthew 27:45, 46; Luke 23:46; John 19:26, 27; Luke 23:34; Luke 23:42, 43; John 19: 28; John 19:30
Rev. Dr. Paul Wilke
April 1: Maundy Thursday
April 2: Good Friday
April 4: EASTER SUNDAY
"The Walk to Victory"
1 Corinthians 15:1-11
Rev. Dr. Paul Wilke
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8:30AM
Sanctuary Service
Pending Re-opening
This service is a traditional feel with a laid-back atmosphere. Music is provided through traditional organ and piano as well as contemporary gospel groups and other special music, including the Countryside Orchestra. Children are welcomed into worship through children's time, and the messages for both children and adults provide thought-provoking lessons and an uplifting atmosphere for everyone.
9:45AM
Celebration Service
Pending Re-opening
This service is a contemporary service held in our Celebration Center located on the west end of the building. It is a very upbeat atmosphere designed to help you experience the Spirit, with music provided by our lively praise band and worship team. A brief teaching message is provided to give the participants an uplifting inspiration to carry them through the week
11:00am
Traditional Sanctuary Service
Pending Re-opening
This service is the most traditional service offered at Countryside, complete with beautiful music provided by our organ and piano, in conjunction with our large and diverse choirs. Children are invited to participate in children's time, and an inspirational and challenging message is provided to help you learn about and connect with God. This is the most popular service attended by families with young children, but enjoyed by people of all ages.
Sunday Small Groups (Sunday School)
We offer special programs for people of all ages, with small groups that provide a curriculum engaging the Bible in fun and enlightening ways while focusing on building relationships with each other and with God. Our hope is for all God's children to own their faith and value in being a part of a faith community. Summer small groups vary by year, always taking a break to allow families time to worship together and to work with vacation schedules of many of our families and volunteers.
Please click on the links below for more information by age category:
