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September 2023

Timothy Connects Friday, September 22nd, 2023

By Doug Fleck|2023-09-22T09:42:30-05:00September 22nd, 2023|Timothy Connects|

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Sunday 9:00 am, RD Mize Campus
Sunday 10am, Wyatt Campus

Worship info on Timothy’s website
(w ww .timothylutheran.com/worship / )
Live Stream worship on YouTube – Sundays 10am
and
Recorded Worship Services at RD Mize
(www.YouTube.com/TimothyLutheranMinistries)

As We Gather for Worship This Weekend
“Take 10: Word”

It’s so important for us to stay connected to God’s Word. The Word has power behind it, bringing about change and transformation in the ways that God wants. We pray that God would make us receptive to what His Word can teach us and do for us so that we may produce good fruit in keeping with our faith.

Devotion: “How Much Longer?”

“How much longer?” the small voice asks from the car seat. I smile at my granddaughter, but after the third time, I realize: This is the very thing I’ve been asking God. Day after day. Prayer after prayer after prayer. I wait and pray. Wait and wonder, “How much longer, God, until You heal what’s broken?”

It isn’t that we don’t trust God’s goodness and sovereignty. We’re strapped in, seat belts buckled, certain that God will bring us all the way Home, but waiting is hard. Waiting is woven throughout Scripture.

Noah didn’t build the ark overnight. Sarah and Abraham longed for a child. The Israelites wandered in circles for forty years.

What we want is a miracle — and instead, we receive just enough strength to carry through the day. One day “how much longer” will be no longer. But for today, we pray “on earth as it is in heaven.” We remember that God will not be rushed, but neither will He be late. We wait and we trust: God really is going to carry us through.

Even to your old age and gray hairs I am he, I am he who will sustain you.
I have made you and I will carry you; I will sustain you and I will rescue you. Isaiah 46:4

Timmy Burgers Thanks Everyone!

THANK YOU, TIMOTHY!! The Festival Committee is most appreciative of the outpouring of support for its major outreach and fundraiser event at the Fall Fun Fest last weekend. They report that everything about this year’s effort was the most successful in a long time, everything from prayerful support to willing volunteers to efficient organization. It was just a lot of fun to fellowship with each other and the community. Timothy thanks the Festival Committee for its phenomenal “down-to-a-science” planning and implementation. To God Be the Glory!

Report from Real Estate Task Force

The congregation is invited to read a report from the Real Estate Task Force, explaining its work over the past six months. Timothy’s leadership thanks the task force for its expertise, dedication, commitment, and professionalism throughout this process. To God Be the Glory!
Click here to read the report.

Women’s Ministry

Attention Ladies!
You are invited to a Women of Hope evening event at Stonehaus Winery on Thursday, Sept. 28, at 5:30pm. This event is free and open to all Timothy women and friends! We’ll enjoy finger foods, fellowship, and growing in faith. Drinks may be purchased inside with a goal of enjoying fellowship outdoors under the pergola.

Event: Women of Hope Fellowship
Date: Thursday, September 28
Location: Stonehaus Winery, 24607 NE Colbern Rd., Lee’s Summit
Time: 5:30pm – ??
Questions: Contact Diane Mayfield (816.228.5300 Ext. 8042)

Free Financial Presentations

Are you interested in learning more about “Estate Planning and Role of Executor”? Make plans to attend a free overview of these topics on Sunday, Oct. 8, after each service. Timothy member and Financial Advisor Christy Yager will share valuable information to consider when researching these important topics.

The presentation at RD Mize will be in the Fellowship Hall, and the presentation at Wyatt will be the Music Room. Childcare will be available. Contact Dave Domsch (816.809.5839) with questions.

Called Staff Appreciation Month

The month of October is traditionally celebrated as Clergy Appreciation Month. For many years, Timothy has included all of its called (rostered) employees in this special recognition. In addition to Pastors John and Ryan, TLS teachers Kim Brunkhorst, Beckie Hatcher, Jill Otte, and Mary Beth Self are rostered with the Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod.

We praise and thank God for all of Timothy’s staff! Members are encouraged to keep all Timothy staff in your prayers and extend words of thanksgiving, encouragement, and appreciation as you have opportunity. There are some simple “thank-you” note cards at each Information Center if you care to pick one up for a special note to someone.

Timothy’s Tithes Appreciated

Timothy continues to support organizations through its commitment to send 10% tithes on a regular basis. Below are excerpts from two thank-you letters received this week.

From St. Paul High School, Concordia — “Thank you for your gift of $868.09. Your partnership helps fuel our mission of raising Christian leaders to declare Christ. We cherish our relationship with you and pray that we will continue to be partners for His mission. We promise to give our very best to the students in our care. We are the last of the LCMS residential high schools, and we know that we have an awesome responsibility to raise up Christian leaders to go out into this broken world.”

From Community Services League — “Thank you for your recent gift of $1,157.45 to Community Services League. Your support allows us to maintain neighborhood-based social services that are accessible and helpful to families. This year we assisted more than 20,000 individuals in need. We provided direct aid of more than $36M for rent, utility, and mortgage assistance, saving 7,000+ families from eviction. We helped our 500th community member with a disability achieve an employment milestone. The list goes on and on . . . Thank you for your generous support.”

Worship Attendance September 17: RD Mize 181 , Wyatt 172

Sept 17
Weekly General Contributions: Actual $25,152.57 vs Budgeted $28,868
Weekly First Fruits Contributions: Actual $95.00 vs Budgeted $2,075

Volunteer Opportunity Do you have time to help pack and/or deliver items from RD Mize to storage? Please contact Diane Mayfield (816.228.5300 Ext. 8040). Thank you!

Thrivent Choice Dollars Don’t forget to direct your Choice Dollars to organizations and causes you support. Timothy Lutheran Church and Timothy Lutheran School are approved organizations to receive these donations. Your participation in the Thrivent Choice program helps Thrivent Financial distribute these funds effectively. Thank you!

Joining Jesus Take-10 Tuesdays through Oct. 17, 6:30-7:30pm, RD Mize sanctuary; time to intentionally support each other in Joining Jesus on His Mission in our neighborhoods, workplaces, schools, and other community opportunities. Contact Pastor Rod with questions.

Daddy Sings Bass, Mama Sings Tenor: You are invited to join us in choir. Sanctuary choir meets Wednesdays, 7-8 pm in the sanctuary. Contemporary Choir meets Tuesdays at 6:30 pm at Wyatt Auditorium. Contact Miriam Lindemann (816.805.7232) or Sandy Sauter (816.550.54450) with questions.

DivorceCare meets Mondays, 6:30-8 pm at RD Mize, Room 102.

GriefShare Thursdays, 6:30-8 pm, at RD Mize, Fireplace Room.

Donations Requested: Clean plastic bags and reusable cloth or plastic bags, if available, are appreciated for the staff at Lutheran Urban Mission Agency Auxiliary(LUMAA) to package food for its clients. Please place donations in clear tub in RD Mize mailbox area. Thank you very much!

Food Donations during the month of September are designated for Community Services League. Always needed are cereal, pasta, Hamburger Helper, tuna and other canned meat, boxed potatoes, jello, pudding, fruit snacks, and canned fruit. Thank you for thinking of those who are less fortunate. Drop off in grocery cart at either campus.

Sunday Morning Adult Bible Study “The Gospel of Luke”; 10:15-11:15am, Fireplace Room (302), RD Mize; led by Fritz Barlag & Dale Russell; will resume Oct 1

Monday Evening Adult Bible Study (1st & 3rd Mondays) 6:30pm fellowship; 7pm study; Fellowship Hall, RD Mize; led by Roxanne Kerwood;

Tuesday Morning Men’s Bible Study “The Book of Philippians”, 6:30-7:30am, Fireplace Room (302); led by various men

Tuesday Morning Women’s Bible Study Joshua: Winning the Worry Battle; 9-11 am, Room 111, RD Mize; led by various ladies

Tuesday Morning Adult Bible Study “1st and 2nd Samuel”; 10-11am, Fellowship Hall, RD Mize; led by Jon Kraft

Thursday Evening Women’s Bible Study (Women of Thursday) Book study; 6:30-8pm; Youth room (506), led by Miriam Lindemann

Saturday Morning Moms Bible Study (1st & 3rd Saturdays) 9-10am, 4 G’s Wyatt; led by Kaye Gray

Do You Have A Story To Share?

If you have an article or celebration you would like to share with the members of Timothy, please submit it to
Diane Mayfield (click on either) or
Doug Fleck
Please keep your submission between 200-250 words.

Timothy Connects Friday, September 15th, 2023

By Doug Fleck|2023-09-15T09:10:27-05:00September 15th, 2023|Timothy Connects|

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Sunday 9:00 am, RD Mize Campus
Sunday 10am, Wyatt Campus

As We Gather for Worship This Weekend
“Take 10: How did you SEE God at work in your life this week?”

Sometimes it’s difficult to see how God is already at work around us. Circumstances in life obscure His action or distract us, getting us to focus on the wrong things. But God has the ability to open our eyes to see how He is at work in our lives already, because Jesus is on the loose and He is already at work. May He open our eyes fully to see how He is working in our relationships and neighbors!

Devotion: The God of All Comfort Remembers

Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of compassion and the God of all comfort, ⁴who comforts us in all our troubles, so that we can comfort those in any trouble with the comfort we ourselves receive from God. 2 Corinthians 1:3-4

Emails this past week were difficult. Worship in the R.D. Mize sanctuary was challenging. I remember. All the weddings, funerals, baptisms, children’s programs. But God has a plan. I remember, through all the challenges during my faith walk, God has always been there and brought me through with the support of my Timothy faith family. I know He will continue His faithfulness.

Moving forward, there will be times and people who need our comfort. Let’s sit in these words from 2 Corinthians. The Father of mercies and the God of all comfort is with us. He has not forgotten us, and as we are comforted by Him, may we offer the same tenderness to others. Preparing to rejoin our faith family and build a new place of worship is frightening and exciting. Pray for our leaders during this challenging time of transition.

Timmy Burgers Are Here!

It’s time to enjoy Timmy Burgers at the Fall Fun Fest this weekend! Stop by the booth to purchase lunch/dinner for one or more meals today through Sunday afternoon as well as share Christ’s love and fellowship with your Timothy family and the community.
Click Here to see how you can still help, especially with tearing down the booth Sunday afternoon. To God be the Glory!

Consolidation Update

Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ,

To God Be the Glory! The speed with which He is moving through His servants at both Timothy and Harvest Baptist is incredible. God is leading Timothy forward in our vision of transforming lives through Christ at one campus as well as keeping the RD Mize Campus as a worship center for another church to share the Good News of Jesus!

After Timothy’s letter to the congregation last Thursday, Timothy’s Next Generation Real Estate Task Force suggested some revisions to the Letter of Intent from Harvest Baptist to purchase the RD Mize Campus at a fair market value of $3,250,000. Leadership at Harvest agreed to the suggested revisions and directed its attorney to incorporate those revisions into the document. By Monday of this week, Timothy’s leadership received the revised Letter of Intent, again reviewed and agreed upon by the Real Estate Task Force. On Tuesday, September 12th, leadership from both churches signed the final draft of the Letter of Intent. The Real Estate Task Force is preparing a final report for the Executive Board, outlining its work over the past six months. It will be shared with the congregation as well. The next step in this process is receiving a contract from Harvest Baptist on or before October 10, with closing on or before December 8, 2023, both of which are agreeable to Harvest. Even after the closing date, Timothy will continue its normal RD Mize ministries through the end of December, including Advent and Christmas services as scheduled.

Plans to address all aspects of moving to one campus at Wyatt are progressing well. The Board of Elders and worship leaders are developing plans for two worship services at Wyatt starting in January. The Executive Board is collaborating with staff and worship leaders for the move to Wyatt as well as investigating options for meeting and storage spaces. Leadership looks forward to sharing all those details as they are finalized.

We continue to trust God in moving forward: Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight. Proverbs 3:5-6.

We understand that with change comes excitement, anxiety, and grief. We praise and thank God for His guidance throughout this process and ask for the congregation’s continued prayers as this journey moves forward.

To God Be All the Glory!

Serving Him,

Timothy’s Executive Board

OASIS Family Night a Huge Success

The OASIS Family Fellowship Night was the place to be on Wednesday! Over 60 kids and their families enjoyed an Italian dinner, fellowship with Christian friends, and faith experiences with multi-age small groups. Make plans to attend the next Family Night on Wednesday, Oct. 11, 6-7:30pm. Sign up on the church website or app. Thanks to Timothy’s Children’s Ministry leaders for organizing this program and to GATHER Commission members and other adult volunteers for their help. Click here to view a video of the inaugural night for this new ministry! (OASIS )

News from Missionary Barb Rebentisch

The following letter arrived late last week from Barb Rebentisch. In this photo, she is pictured on the left with her friend Grace.

Dear Saints in Blue Springs,
I am grateful for your partnership in this ministry in Taiwan, even as you do God’s work in reaching people in Missouri. Recently, I have been taking missionaries to doctor appointments and train stations, shopping for large items, further studying the Chinese language, and completing my deaconess classes. I look forward to possibly visiting with you next summer when I am Stateside for serving at home. I praise God for you!
God’s peace,
Barb Rebentisch
Asia Regional Office Building
5F-1, #167 Gongyuan Street
East District, Chiayi City, TAIWAN

JourneyMen – Take the Lead Event!

Attention Men!

You are invited to attend JourneyMen’s Take the Lead event, “Close Encounters of the God Type.” We’ll have Ben’s almost-famous Bar-B-Ques, fellowship, and time to grow in God’s Word. The event is free and open to all guys 14 and older (14 -16 must be accompanied by an adult).

Event: Take the Lead – Close Encounters of the God Type
Date: Thursday, September 21
Location: Family Life Center – R D Mize Campus
Time: 6:30-8:30 PM

Women’s Ministry

Worship Attendance September 10: RD Mize 186 , Wyatt 198

Sept 10
Weekly General Contributions: Actual $20,148.36 vs Budgeted $28,868
Weekly First Fruits Contributions: Actual $170.00 vs Budgeted $2,075

Save the Date “Estate Planning & Role of Executor”; free overview presented by Timothy member Christy Yager; Sun., Oct. 8; 10:15am RD Mize Fellowship Hall & 11:15am Wyatt Music Room; childcare provided; more details next week. Contact Dave Domsch (816.809.5839) with questions.

Pairs & Spares Senior Adult Ministry meets Tuesday, Sept. 19, Family Life Center (FLC) 11:30 am. Bring a dish to share for the potluck luncheon and enjoy fellowship with friends. Contact Janet Masters (816.916.8956) with questions.

LUMAA The Mission of the Month collection is family-sized hygiene products and cleaning supplies. Donation tubs are located at each site until September 17th.

DivorceCare meets Mondays, 6:30-8 pm at RD Mize, Room 102.

GriefShare starts Thursday, Sept. 21st, 6:30-8 pm, at RD Mize, Fireplace Room.

Women of Hope: Women’s Book Club, Thursday, Sept. 21, 6:30 pm at Novel Place (by Price Chopper South). Contact Barb Kalbfleisch (816-807-7575) with questions.Snacks will be available.

Sunday Morning Adult Bible Study “The Gospel of Luke”; 10:15-11:15am, Fireplace Room (302), RD Mize; led by Fritz Barlag & Dale Russell; will resume Oct 1

Monday Evening Adult Bible Study (1st & 3rd Mondays) 6:30pm fellowship; 7pm study; Fellowship Hall, RD Mize; led by Roxanne Kerwood; Note: no class on Sept. 18.

Tuesday Morning Men’s Bible Study “The Book of Philippians”, 6:30-7:30am, Fireplace Room (302); led by various men

Tuesday Morning Women’s Bible Study Joshua: Winning the Worry Battle; 9-11 am, Room 111, RD Mize; led by various ladies

Tuesday Morning Adult Bible Study “1st and 2nd Samuel”; 10-11am, Fellowship Hall, RD Mize; led by Jon Kraft

Thursday Evening Women’s Bible Study (Women of Thursday) Book study; 6:30-8pm; Youth room (506), led by Miriam Lindemann

Saturday Morning Moms Bible Study (1st & 3rd Saturdays) 9-10am, 4 G’s Wyatt; led by Kaye Gray

Do You Have A Story To Share?

Timothy Connects Friday September 8th, 2023

By Doug Fleck|2023-09-08T11:12:18-05:00September 8th, 2023|Timothy Connects|

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Sunday 9:00 am, RD Mize Campus
Sunday 10am, Wyatt Campus

As We Gather for Worship This Weekend
“Encouraging!“

As we join Jesus on His mission, it’s good for us to find encouragement. It can be challenging to share the hope that we have. Part of what we do as the body of Christ is to encourage one another. That’s part of what we do when we engage in the Take-10 Questions. But we also find encouragement when we listen to Christ, the Son whom God loves, and join Him where He is leading us.

Devotion: His Mercies Are New

As I drive down I-70, I am listening to the radio, but, really, I am not listening at all . . . because I am listening to the one thousand voices in my head going on and on about all the things that overwhelm me. The emails left unchecked and the pills I forgot to take. Every trivial matter spirals as I think about the people I’ve let down. The guilt comes uninvited.

I need the fresh reminder of God’s mercy right now; I need the reminder that His love knows no bounds. Right here in my car, with nothing mystical or magnificent happening, I feel God and His presence and the promise of His steadfast mercy.

Because of the Lord’s great love, we are not consumed, for his compassions never fail. They are new every morning; great is your faithfulness. Lamentations 3:22-23

This passage of Scripture can carry us through. We can be assured of God’s unfailing love which is new every morning and carries us through every night. Though the weight of sin may feel oppressive, His mercies are new every morning, stretching wide and reaching deep to cover us for any reason at any time in any place.

Timothy Receives Letter of Intent to Purchase RD Mize Campus

Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ,

To God be the Glory! For nearly fifteen years, Timothy has had a goal to consolidate to one campus. Through times of recession, COVID 19, and financial struggles, we’ve been faced with one question: “Is now the right time?” Over the past six months, God has made it evident that He is leading Timothy into a new chapter in the life of the church to gather together in transforming lives through Christ. It now appears that in God’s timing He is blessing Timothy’s transition to one campus and retaining the RD Mize campus to share the Good News of Jesus!

Yesterday afternoon (Sept. 5), Timothy’s leadership received a Letter of Intent to purchase the RD Mize Campus from Harvest Baptist Church at a fair market value of $3,250,000. Timothy’s Next Generation Real Estate Task Force and legal counsel are reviewing the letter to send a recommendation to the Executive Board. God is leading Timothy forward in our vision of one campus.

We understand that with change comes excitement, anxiety, and grief. We praise and thank God for his guidance throughout this process and ask for the congregation’s continued prayers as this journey moves forward.

Proverbs 3:5-6: “Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight.”

Putting our continued trust in God is the way forward. Let us set aside our anxieties, doubts, and fears, and turn it all over to Him.

To God Be the Glory! Amen

Serving Him,

Timothy’s Executive Board

TOGETHER- JOINING JESUS

A new sermon series following the five questions of Joining Jesus will start THIS SUNDAY, Sept. 10th. To stay intentional and consistent with a mission lifestyle, we also need a little help from our friends during the week. While we support each other by doing “Take-10” during family meals, in existing church groups, or with Jesus-following friends in our neighborhoods, workplaces, or schools, we also invite you to get together and intentionally experience Take-10 together from Tuesday, Sept.12 through Tuesday, Oct. 17.

In our gatherings on these Tuesday evenings, we will together discuss the Five Questions for reflection and conversation about how life on mission with Jesus is going and where it can lead the conversations, encouragement, insight, accountability, and practice we need to further develop our skills for Joining Jesus in everyday life.

Mark your calendars and plan to gather TOGETHER for this six-week opportunity as we encourage one another. You can contact Pastor Rod with any questions at RodL@TimothyLutheran.com

Focus on Family Ministry

This fall, Timothy’s Children’s Ministry is organizing a Family Fellowship Night called OASIS on the second Wednesday of each month from 6-7:30 pm at RD Mize, starting Sept. 13^th. This new program is offered as an alternative to CrossWalk classes so that families can gather together for a free, catered meal from 6-6:30pm in the Family Life Center and then break out into separate education and fellowship activities for both students and parents. Resources will be provided for family devotions at home on the other Wednesdays of each month. Confirmation classes will meet every Wednesday evening from 6:30-8pm, starting Sept. 6^th. Please contact Pastor Ryan (816.228.5300 Ext. 8046) or Clancy Heisel (816.228.5300 Ext. 8047) with questions. RSVP’s are requested to help in planning for the catered meal. Thank you!

Men’s Ministry

Attention Men!
You are invited to attend JourneyMen’s Take the Lead event, “Close Encounters of the God Type.” We’ll have Ben’s almost famous Bar B Ques, fellowship, and time to grow in God’s Word. The event is free and open to all guys 14 and older (14 -16 must be accompanied by an adult).

Event: Take the Lead – Close Encounters of the God Type
Date: Thursday, September 21
Location: Fellowship Hall – R D Mize Campus
Time: 6:30-8:30 PM

Timmy Burgers Volunteer Sign Ups Update

Thanks to all who have volunteered for one or more shifts for this year’s Timmy Burger fundraiser! The current greatest volunteer needs are setting up the booth on Thurs. evening (Sept 14), booth workers from 4 pm to closing on Fri. (Sept 15), and tearing down the booth on Sun. afternoon/evening (Sept. 17). Encourage a friend to work alongside you! Volunteers earn a coupon for a free Timmy burger for each shift worked. Proceeds are designated for a tithe and non-budgeted facility needs.
Click Here to sign up for your preference of jobs & times. Thank you!

Timothy’s Mary Martha Circle Supports
KC Care Organization

As a summer service project, Timothy’s LWML Mary Martha Circle chose to assist Cornerstones of Care in Kansas City, an organization serving children and families who typically experience significant trauma with potential to affect their mental, physical, and behavioral health with long-term and life-altering consequences. They provide youth/family support, foster care/adoption, and education/training.

Sisters in the Mary Martha Circle purchased and delivered items of clothing for boys and young men, such as 150 pairs of socks, 55 pairs of boxer shorts/briefs, pajamas, shorts, shirts, & jeans (it seems they are sometimes slighted compared to shopping for girls!) as well as bath towels/wash cloths, sheets, laundry baskets, and games.

Pictured here are Mary Martha Circle Chair Donna Williams and Cornerstones of Care Manager Leah London. Donna reports it was a pleasure assisting these boys and young men as they concentrate on building brighter futures through the safety, schooling, treatment, and support services provided by Cornerstones of Care. What a perfect example of Joining Jesus on His Mission!

TLS Thanks Timothy

Timothy Lutheran School volleyball team thanks Timothy for supporting its fundraisers last year to purchase sports uniforms.

Click here to hear a special thank you message! https://youtu.be/CWzR6iLtYgk

Worship Attendance September 3: RD Mize 235 , Wyatt 156

Sept 3
Weekly General Contributions: Actual $27,196.00 vs Budgeted $28,868
Weekly First Fruits Contributions: Actual $145.00 vs Budgeted $2,075

Middle School Youth Bonfire TONIGHT 5:30 – 7:30 pm, Wyatt. Contact Pastor Ryan (816.228.5300 ext. 8046), Clancy at (816.228.5300 ext 8047) with questions.

Card Club starts TONIGHT at 7 pm in the Fellowship Hall. Come join the fun of playing 10-point pitch on the 2nd Friday, September through May. Please bring a snack to share. Contact Art MacLean (660.641.1974) with questions.

Daddy Sings Bass, Mama Sings Tenor: You are invited to join us in choir. Sanctuary choir meets Wednesday 7-8 pm in the sanctuary. Contemporary Choir meets on Tuesday at 6:30 pm at Wyatt Auditorium. Contact Miriam Lindemann (816.805.7232) or Sandy Sauter (816.550.54450) with questions.

LUMAA The Mission of the Month collection is family-sized hygiene products and cleaning supplies. Donation tubs are located at each site until September 17th.

DivorceCare starts Monday, Sept. 11th, 6:30-8 pm at RD Mize, Room 102.

GriefShare starts Thursday, Sept. 21st, 6:30-8 pm, at RD Mize, Fireplace Room.

Food Donations during the month September are designated for Community Services League. Always needed are Cereal, pasta, hamburger helper, tuna and other canned meat, boxed potatoes, jello, pudding, fruit snacks, and canned fruit are always needed. Thank you for thinking of those who are less fortunate. Drop off in grocery cart at either campus.

Women of Hope: Women’s Book Club, Thursday, Sept. 21, 6:30 pm at Novel Place (by Price Chopper South). Contact Barb Kalbfleisch (816-807-7575) with questions.Snacks will be available.

Women of Hope Fellowship Thursday, Sept. 28, 5:30 pm, Stonehaus Winery pergola, 24607 NE Colbern Rd, LSMO. Snacks will be available. Contact Diane Mayfield (816.228.5300 Ext. 8040) with questions.

Nominating Committee Update Many thanks to Ben Ryan (chair), Joe Sauter, and Rick Little who will serve Timothy this fall as the annual Nominating Committee. Between now and October 1, they will assess the number open of lay leader positions beginning Jan. 1, 2024. The congregation will be urged to nominate members (including themselves!) to fill those positions. A proposed slate of lay leaders will be presented to the Voters’ Assembly at its annual meeting on Dec. 3^rd. Please keep this process in your prayers.

Sunday Morning Adult Bible Study “The Gospel of Luke”; 10:15-11:15am, Fireplace Room (302), RD Mize; led by Fritz Barlag & Dale Russell; will resume Oct 1

Monday Evening Adult Bible Study (1st & 3rd Mondays) 6:30pm fellowship; 7pm study; Fellowship Hall, RD Mize; led by Roxanne Kerwood

Tuesday Morning Men’s Bible Study “The Book of Philippians”, 6:30-7:30am, Fireplace Room (302); led by various men

Tuesday Morning Women’s Bible Study Joshua: Winning the Worry Battle; 9-11 am, Room 111, RD Mize; led by various ladies

Tuesday Morning Adult Bible Study “1st and 2nd Samuel”; 10-11am, Fellowship Hall, RD Mize; led by Jon Kraft

Thursday Evening Women’s Bible Study (Women of Thursday) Book study; 6:30-8pm; Youth room (506), led by Miriam Lindemann

Saturday Morning Moms Bible Study (1st & 3rd Saturdays) 9-10am, 4 G’s Wyatt; led by Kaye Gray

Saturday Morning Men’s Bible Study “The book of 1 Peter Life by God’s Word”; 8am-9am, RD Mize, Fellowship Hall; last class on Sept 9

Do You Have A Story To Share?

Timothy Connects Friday, September 1st, 2023

By Doug Fleck|2023-09-01T11:53:23-05:00September 1st, 2023|Timothy Connects|

JOIN US FOR WORSHIP

Sunday 9:00 am, RD Mize Campus
Sunday 10am, Wyatt Campus

As We Gather for Worship This Weekend
“Not Digging the Plan!“

So we enter into our 3rd week of asking the question…What do you believe about Jesus? We’ve heard some powerful confessions the past 2 weeks. Yet today it’s not about simply who Jesus is but what He has planned that challenges us most. With Peter we struggle to believe God’s plan is good. So let’s check our heart and consider what God calls us to.

Patience Via Prime

Who loves waiting for something to happen that is out of your control? Answer: Not me.

God designed the Fruit of the Spirit as a complete set of what the Holy Spirit grows in our lives. I’d like to cherry pick the fruits I want, like love, joy, or kindness, off the Fruit of the Spirit tree and leave patience hanging for someone else.

I don’t enjoy being impatient. I want to pray, “God, take as long as You’d like.” However, once I say “Amen,” I usually expect God to deliver an answer via Amazon Prime in two days or less, preferably overnight shipping.

“But those who wait for the Lord Will gain new strength and renew their power; They will lift up their wings like eagles; They will run and not become weary, They will walk and not grow tired.” Isaiah 40:31
This journey of patience is often where we can have the most impact in our Christian lives. If God instantly gave us what we wanted, we might not stop to look around at what other people need.

God knows that our waiting is hard, but don’t jump ahead just because we’re tired of waiting. Perhaps our prayer today could be: “God, while I’m waiting, please use me to make a difference. Work through me, God, for Your glory and my good. Amen.”

Clearing Wyatt Ditch

Have you noticed the cleared ditch at Wyatt? Last Saturday, a determined group of people “attacked” that project with gusto! Many thanks to Louie Wilbers, Don McGhee, Joe Sauter, Alex Fullerton, Jon Brown, Justin Wulff, Doug Spilker, Bob & Sandy Logan, Dave Madden, Tary Krahenbuhl, and Bruce Wands who volunteered their time for this and other outdoor work at Wyatt. To God Be All the Glory!

Backpacks (And Students) Blessed to Be a Blessing

Last Sunday, students in both services were encouraged to be a blessing to others by remembering what their small gift from the church means in this big world of ours. Each student received a penny (“cent”) with an engraved cross as a reminder that each of them is “sent” into the world to be Christ-like in all of their relationships. Many thanks to the GATHER Commission for providing a very colorful, engaging backdrop for photos of students and their backpacks as they start a new school year.

Daddy Sings Bass, Mama Sings Tenor

Come join the choir, we need some new voices to join our choir family! It’s a great hour of fellowship, laughter, prayer and SINGING! We have a great time working toward a common goal to enhance worship for everyone.

You are invited to join us in choir. Sanctuary Choir will begin on Wednesday, September 6th from 7:00-8:00 in the sanctuary at R.D. Mize. The Contemporary Choir will begin on Tuesday, Sept. 5 at 6:30 pm at Wyatt Auditorium. Hope you can be a part of this exciting ministry.

Contact Miriam Lindemann (816.805.7232) or Sandy Sauter (816.550.5450) with questions.

Lutheran Urban Mission Agency Auxiliary

LUMAA will meet on Wednesday, September 20, at King of Kings Lutheran Church, 1701 NE 96^th St, Kansas City, MO. Registration begins at 9 a.m. with the opening service at 9:30 a.m. The speaker, Jenny Couch, will speak on Missions in Guatemala: “As Long As It’s Today”. The Mission of the Month collection is family-sized hygiene products and cleaning supplies. Lunch will be served. Please RSVP by Sept 17 to Marjorie Geer 816-436-0102 / mgeer1031@hotmail.com or Chris McElroy 816-820-2556 / cmcelroycrni@gmail.com. All ladies of the congregation are invited to attend, and all donations for the Mission of the Month collection are appreciated. Thank you!

TOGETHER- JOINING JESUS

A new sermon series following the five questions of Joining Jesus will start on Sept. 10th. To stay intentional and consistent with a mission lifestyle, we also need a little help from our friends during the week. While we support each other by doing “Take-10” during family meals, in existing church groups, or with Jesus-following friends in our neighborhoods, workplaces, or schools, we also invite you to get together and intentionally experience Take-10 together from Tuesday, Sept.12 through Tuesday, Oct. 17.

Mark your calendars and plan to gather TOGETHER for this six-week opportunity as we encourage one another. You can contact Pastor Rod with any questions at RodL@TimothyLutheran.com

Focus on Family Ministry

Confirmation Prayer Pals

As the Confirmation ministry starts again on Sept. 6^th, the GROW Commission urges the congregation to keep these students and leaders in your prayers. If you would like to volunteer as a Prayer Pal for one of the 6^th, 7^th, or 8^th graders this year, please contact Mary Low soon.

Timmy Burgers Volunteer Sign Ups

Thanks to all who have volunteered for one or more shifts for this year’s Timmy Burger fundraiser! So far, 235 shifts toward a goal of 300 are filled, so only 65 more to fill! There are still openings for all tasks, including setting up the booth on Thursday evening, Sept. 14, and tearing down the booth late Sunday afternoon, Sept. 17. Encourage a friend to work alongside you! Volunteers earn a coupon for a free Timmy burger for each shift worked. Proceeds are designated for a tithe and non-budgeted facility needs.
Click Here to sign up for your preference of jobs & times. Thank you!

Worship Attendance August 27: RD Mize 213 , Wyatt 202

August 27
Weekly General Contributions: Actual $17,710.00 vs Budgeted $28,868
Weekly First Fruits Contributions: Actual $20.00 vs Budgeted $2,075

Church and School Offices will be closed Monday, Sept. 4th, Labor Day.

Card Club starts again on September 8 at 7 pm in the Fellowship Hall. Come join the fun of playing 10-point pitch on the 2nd Friday, September through May. Please bring a snack to share. Contact Art MacLean (660.641.1974) with questions.

Middle School Youth bonfire. Friday, September 8th, 5:30 – 7:30 pm, Wyatt. Contact Pastor Ryan (816.228.530 ext. 8046), Clancy at (816.228.5300 ext. 8047) with questions

DivorceCare will start Monday, Sept. 11th, 6:30-8 pm at RD Mize.

GriefShare will start Thursday, Sept. 21st, 6:30-8 pm, at RD Mize.

Women of Hope: Women’s Book Club, Thursday, Sept. 21, 6:30 pm at Novel Place (by Price Chopper South). Contact Barb Kalbfleisch (816-807-7575) with questions.Snacks will be available.

Women of Hope Fellowship Thursday, Sept. 28, 5:30 pm, Stonehaus Winery pergola, 24607 NE Colbern Rd, LSMO.. Snacks will be available. Contact Diane Mayfield (816.228.5300 Ext. 8040) with questions.

Nominating Committee Update Many thanks to Ben Ryan (chair), Joe Sauter, and Rick Little who will serve Timothy this fall as the annual Nominating Committee. Between now and October 1, they will assess the number of lay leader positions available beginning Jan. 1, 2024. The congregation will be urged to nominate members (including themselves!) to fill those positions. A proposed slate of lay leaders will be presented to the Voters’ Assembly at its annual meeting on Dec. 3^rd. Please keep this process in your prayers.

Sunday Morning Adult Bible Study “The Book of Acts—The Birth of Christianity”; 10:15-11:15am, Fireplace Room (302), RD Mize; led by Fritz Barlag & Dale Russell. Will resume Sept 10th

Monday Evening Adult Bible Study (1st & 3rd Mondays) 6:30pm fellowship; 7pm study; Fellowship Hall, RD Mize; led by Roxanne Kerwood; No class Sept. 4.

Monday Evening Women’s Bible Study Joshua: Winning the Worry Battle; 6:30-8pm, Room 111, RD Mize; led by various ladies. Moving to Tuesday morning September 12, 9 – 11 am. No class Sept.4.

Tuesday Morning Men’s Bible Study “The Book of Philippians”, 6:30-7:30am, Fireplace Room (302); led by various men

Tuesday Morning Adult Bible Study “1st and 2nd Samuel”; 10-11am, Fellowship Hall, RD Mize; resumes Sept 5; led by Jon Kraft.

Thursday Evening Women’s Bible Study (Women of Thursday) Book study; 6:30-8pm; Youth room (506). Elevator works if needed. Led by Miriam Lindemann. Resumes September 7.

Saturday Morning Moms Bible Study (1st & 3rd Saturdays) 9-10am, 4 G’s Wyatt; led by Kaye Gray

Saturday Morning Men’s Bible Study “The book of 1 Peter| Life by God’s Word”; 8am-9am, RD Mize, Fellowship Hall; last class on Sept 9.

Do You Have A Story To Share?

August 2023

Timothy Connects Friday, August 25th 2023

By Doug Fleck|2023-08-25T11:56:06-05:00August 25th, 2023|Timothy Connects|

JOIN US FOR WORSHIP

Sunday 9:00 am, RD Mize Campus
Sunday 10am, Wyatt Campus

As We Gather for Worship This Weekend
“A Comforting Confession“

Throughout time, the people of God have throughout time made a confession of their faith as to whom God is. Perhaps no one articulated it quite as well as Peter when he said, “You are the Messiah, the Son of the living God.” While this bold confession may be one we share, the question is, “What does that really mean and why does that even matter?” Let’s let Jesus unpack that for us this Sunday in worship..

Kind Words

Years ago, I trained for CPR on a practice dummy. It involved putting my mouth to its mouth and breathing into the lungs to raise the chest. It was a lot harder than I thought. But it was important to know how to use my mouth to bring life.

As Christians, it is important to check in regularly with ourselves regarding how we use our mouths. Kindness is demonstrated through good words. With every breath, we have the opportunity to say words that destroy or words that bring life.

Nobody is perfect. But with how we talk to others, we can show them that the goodness of God is worth discovering and enjoying. We can allow them to have a taste of God’s kindness by how kind we are to them.

Do not let any unwholesome talk come out of your mouths, but only what is helpful for building others up according to their needs, that it may benefit those who listen. Ephesians 4:29

Kindness is contagious and begins with words. We are not alone; the Holy Spirit will speak through us if we simply breathe words of kindness sharing God’s grace and love.

Raise the Roof Update

On Aug.17, Property Board Chair Louie Wilbers and Gary Flandermeyer met with the City of Blue Springs planning and other related city departments to discuss Timothy’s ideas about the storage building at Wyatt. They report this was a good meeting with favorable feedback about the project. Timothy’s next steps include submitting a site admin plan and permit application for their review. Preliminary renderings are included here, with more details available soon. Please keep this part of the Next Generation process in your prayers. Your contributions to fund this project are appreciated, payable to Timothy and designated as “Raise the Roof,” whether by check or on Timothy’s website (click on Give, then Fund). Thank you very much!

Daddy Sings Bass, Mama Sings Tenor

You are invited to join us in choir. Sanctuary Choir will begin on Wednesday, September 6th from 7:00-8:00 in the sanctuary at R.D. Mize Campus. The Contemporary Choir will begin on Tuesday, Sept. 5 at 6:30 pm at Wyatt Auditorium. Hope you can be a part of this exciting ministry.

Contact Miriam Lindemann (816.805.7232) or Sandy Sauter (816.550.5450) with questions.

MIDDLE SCHOOL BONFIRE

Middle School Youth are invited to a bonfire. Meet us at Wyatt campus Friday, September 8th, for some time to connect, play some games, eat some food, and have some smores around the bonfire. All kiddos 6th-8th are welcome. Feel free to bring a friend. RSVP not necessary but helpful. Contact Clancy at (816.228.5300 ext. 8047) or access QR Code in graphic.

Sabbatical Update

Timothy thanks the congregation for its prayers and support of ministries during Pastor John’s sabbatical. Pastor Ryan will preach most of the weekends, with Pastors Lieb and Rod assisting in this area as well. Pastor Rod will also lead worship at Wyatt every Sunday throughout the sabbatical as well as assist with Joining Jesus-related ministry, funerals, and worship announcements & slides. Pastor Lieb will assist with Care Ministry with visits and phone calls. Timothy thanks Jon Kraft for leading the Tuesday Morning Adult Bible Study in the Fellowship Hall, starting Sept. 5, until Pastor John returns. Please continue to pray for all of Timothy’s servants. Timothy’s leadership thanks the congregation for serving and volunteering as you see a need.

TOGETHER- JOINING JESUS

On September 10th, we will start a new sermon series following the five questions of Joining Jesus. To stay intentional and consistent with a mission lifestyle, we also need a little help from our friends during the week. While we support each other by doing “Take-10” during family meals, in existing church groups, or with Jesus-following friends in our neighborhoods, workplaces, or schools, we also invite you to get together and intentionally experience Take-10 together from Tuesday Sept.12 through Tuesday, Oct. 17..

Mark your calendars and plan to gather TOGETHER for this six-week opportunity as we encourage one another. You can contact Pastor Rod with any questions at RodL@TimothyLutheran.com

Timothy’s Women of Hope Ministry

All Timothy ladies and friends are invited to share Christ’s love by meeting new friends, reacquainting with “old” friends, and just having fun at several events planned during the next few months. Mark your calendars and plan to attend!

A Women’s Book Club meets monthly (except June, July, August & December) on the third Thursday, 6:30pm, at various locations. The upcoming Sept. 21^st gathering will be at Novel Place, 1001 SW Highway 7 (just west of Price Chopper South), in a community room. Contact Barb Kalbfleisch (816.807.7575) for more info and to join the group.
Gathering at Stonehaus Winery, 24607 NE Colbern Rd, LSMO, is planned for Thursday, Sept. 28, starting at 5:30pm, relaxing in one of their outdoor areas. Snacks will be available. Contact Diane Mayfield (816.228.5300 Ext. 8040) with questions.
Our annual prayer emphasis near the start of Advent will be “A Prayer Evening” as it was last year. On Friday, Dec. 1, at 6pm, we’ll gather in the Fellowship Hall to enjoy soups, sandwiches, and Christmas cookies. Guest speaker will be Jennifer Huecker, who will share thoughts based on the books When God Winks and Holy Moments: A Handbook for the Rest of Your Life.” More details soon.

Focus on Family Ministry

Gospel Quartet Concert Well Attended

Last Sunday afternoon served as a relaxing time for a Southern Gospel Quartet Concert in the sanctuary. Over 100 people were uplifted through the quartet’s talents of singing about our Savior and then enjoyed ice cream and desserts in the Family Life Center. The Senior Adult Ministry and GATHER Commission thank Price Chopper for donating gallons of ice cream and to members who donated brownies and cookies for the ice cream social. To God Be All the Glory!

Confirmation Prayer Pals

Timmy Burgers Volunteer Sign Ups

It’s almost Timmy Burger time! Timothy’s Festival Committee needs volunteers in several areas for maximum success in reaching the community with the love of Jesus through its famous burgers during the Fall Fun Fest in downtown BS from Sept 15-17.To date, signups produced 100 volunteers filling shifts toward the annual goal of 300. We still have openings everywhere. Come join us for some Fun and Fellowship.
Sign up for 1 or more shifts now! Look for tables in each lobby on Sundays or use the QR Code below. Click Here to sign up also. If you have any problems or need further assistance, contact the church office. Grab family, friends, and co-workers to work a shift and get a free burger for each shift worked.
Timmy Burger proceeds go a long way to fund non-budgeted tithes and building repairs & upgrades.

Worship Attendance August 20: RD Mize 233, Wyatt 183

August 20
Weekly General Contributions: Actual $22,302.00 vs Budgeted $28,868
Weekly First Fruits Contributions: Actual $355.00 vs Budgeted $2,075

Volunteer Work Day TOMORROW, Aug 26, 8-11 am to clear ditch at Wyatt Campus. Contact Louie Wilbers (816.988.6059).

LWML SOCIETY MEETING TOMORROW, Aug. 26, 9am, Fellowship Hall. Guest speaker Alan Lubert from Ronald McDonald House. Monetary donations to Ronald McDonald House are appreciated.

Pointe of Hope Concert TOMORROW Aug 26, 7 – 9:30 pm (Blues Rock). Jason Vivone & The Billy Bats

Confirmation Meeting Wednesday, Aug. 30, 6:30 pm, sanctuary. For all 6th-8th graders and their parents. First class is Sept 6th. Contact Pastor Ryan with questions.

Church and School offices will be closed Monday, Sept. 4th, Labor Day.

Card Club will start September 8 at 7 pm in the Fellowship Hall. Come join the fun playing 10 point pitch. They will meet on the 2nd Friday each month. Please bring a snack to share. Contact Art MacLean (660.641.1974) with questions

Volunteer Opportunity Timothy’s Nominating Committee Chair, Ben Ryan, is seeking volunteers to prepare slate of lay leaders for 2024-2025. Please contact him at 816.365.6306 if you can serve on this year’s Nominating Committee. Thank you!

MO District Tomorrow’s Teachers & Preachers Program If you would like to financially support this initiative, please send donations to LCMS MO District, 660 Mason Ridge Center Dr. #100, St. Louis, MO 63141. Thank you!

DivorceCare will start Monday, Sept. 11th, 6:30-8 pm at RD Mize campus.

GriefShare will start Thursday, Sept. 21st, 6:30-8 pm, at RD Mize campus.

Food Donations during the month of August will be delivered to Jesu El Buen Pastor (The Lutheran Church of Jesus the Good Shepherd) in Kansas City. Always needed are cereal, canned meat, pasta, sugar, vegetable oil, cake mix, brownie mix, and canned fruit. Paper products and hygiene products are also appreciated. All items may be placed in the grocery cart in the lobby at either campus. Donations in September are designated for Community Services League. Thank you for thinking of those who are less fortunate.

Sunday Morning Adult Bible Study “The Book of Acts—The Birth of Christianity”; 10:15-11:15am, Fireplace Room (302), RD Mize; led by Fritz Barlag & Dale Russell. Will resume Sept 10th

Monday Evening Adult Bible Study (1st & 3rd Mondays) 6:30pm fellowship; 7pm study; Fellowship Hall, RD Mize; led by Roxanne Kerwood

Monday Evening Women’s Bible Study Joshua: Winning the Worry Battle; 6:30-8pm, Room 111, RD Mize; led by various ladies

Tuesday Morning Men’s Bible Study The Book of Luke; 6:30-7:30am, Fireplace Room (302); led by various men

Tuesday Morning Adult Bible Study “1st and 2nd Samuel”; 10-11am, Fellowship Hall, RD Mize; resumes Sept 5; led by Jon Kraft.

Thursday Evening Women’s Bible Study (Women of Thursday) Book study; 6:30-8pm; Meeting offsite in summer. Led by Miriam Lindemann & Becky Blatt; contact Becky for current book

Saturday Morning Moms Bible Study (1st & 3rd Saturdays) 9-10am, 4 G’s Wyatt; led by Kaye Gray

Saturday Morning Men’s Bible Study: (2nd and 4th Saturdays) “The book of 1 Peter| Life by God’s Word”; 8am-9am, RD Mize, Fellowship Hall

Do You Have A Story To Share?

Timothy Connects Friday, August 18th 2023

By Doug Fleck|2023-08-21T07:45:36-05:00August 21st, 2023|Timothy Connects|

JOIN US FOR WORSHIP

Sunday 9:00 am, RD Mize Campus
Sunday 10am, Wyatt Campus

As We Gather for Worship This Weekend
“Table Scraps“

You have to feel sorry for the Canaanite woman in today’s Gospel lesson. She had a problem, she hoped Jesus would be able to help her, and she gets called a dog for her troubles. But she doesn’t give up. She has faith that holds on to the things she’s heard about Jesus. And as a result, she winds up asking for table scraps. Because of her trust, Jesus gives her so much more. And He does the same for us, His dearly loved children, giving us not what we deserve, but what He wants to give us out of love.

Everything You Need

The Lord is my shepherd; I have all that I need. Psalm 23′:1

As I watch the devastation of the fires in Maui, I see people searching to fill their daily needs. It fills my prayer life, and I praise God for the wealth He has given me.

As Christians, we have everything we need within our reach. Not wealth or social status, not perfect relationships or dream job. But everything our soul needs is available right here, right now — in Jesus.

Read Psalm 23 and note the words that express our deepest needs today.

Rest; Strength; Guidance; God’s presence; Protection; Comfort
Blessings; Goodness; Unfailing love; Living with Jesus forever

All of that and more is available to us when we choose to live life with Jesus, our Good Shepherd. God delights in giving His children all that they need. You are His child. Ask Him. He’s listening.

Next Generation Update

God is moving quickly! The meeting last Friday between Harvest Baptist Church and the party interested in purchasing its property was positive. That party consulted its governing body on Monday and confirmed on Tuesday of this week that the sale is favorable to both organizations. Harvest will contact a real estate attorney to write a contract offer to purchase the RD Mize Campus, the amount of necessary time for which is unknown as of now. The congregation will be updated as further developments occur. Please continue to keep this process in your prayers!

The congregation is invited to stop by the “Free” table in the Rd Mize lobby to “shop” for new items. Thank you!

Raise the Roof Update

Yesterday (Aug. 17), Property Board Chair Louie Wilbers and Gary Flandermeyer met with the City of Blue Springs planning and other related city departments to discuss Timothy’s ideas about the storage building at Wyatt. They report this was a good meeting with favorable feedback about the project. Timothy’s next steps include submitting a site admin plan and permit application for their review. Preliminary renderings are included here, with more details available soon. Please keep this part of the Next Generation process in your prayers as well. Your contributions to fund this project are appreciated, payable to Timothy and designated as “Raise the Roof,” whether by check or on Timothy’s website (click on Give, then Fund). Thank you very much!

Back-to-School Prayer Gathering

Sabbatical Update

Timothy is blessed with retired pastors in our midst who will assist in several areas of ministry during Pastor John’s three-month sabbatical from Aug. 14 through Nov. 12. Pastors Lieb and Rod have graciously agreed to assist Pastor Ryan with preaching, worship leading, homebound and hospital visits, and funerals. Timothy’s elders are also available to assist as needed. Please continue to pray for all of Timothy’s servants. Timothy’s leadership thanks the congregation for serving and volunteering as you see a need.
Timothy thanks Jon Kraft who will generously volunteer his time to lead the 10 am Tuesday AM Bible Class in the Fellowship Hall, starting Sept. 5th.Topic will be a Life Light study about the 1st and 2nd Samuel, books of the Bible.

Volunteer Opportunity

Timothy’s Care Ministry is seeking a caring, compassionate individual who has experienced the death of a family member or close friend to serve as a co-facilitator for our GriefShare ministry. GriefShare is a 13-week ministry meeting twice each year, spring and fall, on Thursdays from 6:30-8pm. This fall’s session begins on Sept. 21. Contact Care Coordinator Sandy Gregory (816.228.5300 Ext. 8042) with questions.

Timothy’s Women of Hope Ministry

A Women’s Book Club meets monthly (except June, July, August & December) on the third Thursday, 6:30pm, at various locations. The upcoming Sept. 21^st gathering will be at Novel Place, 1001 SW Highway 7 (just west of Price Chopper South), in a community room. Contact Barb Kalbfleisch (816.807.7575) for more info and to join the group.
Gathering at Stonehaus Winery, 24607 NE Colbern Rd, LSMO, is always a favorite! Our next evening there will be Thursday, Sept. 28, starting at 5:30pm, relaxing in one of their outdoor areas. Snacks will be available. Contact Diane Mayfield (816.228.5300 Ext. 8040) with questions.
Our annual prayer emphasis near the start of Advent will be “A Prayer Evening” as it was last year. On Friday, Dec. 1, at 6pm, we’ll gather in the Fellowship Hall to enjoy soups, sandwiches, and Christmas cookies. Guest speaker will be Jennifer Huecker, who will share thoughts based on the books When God Winks and Holy Moments: A Handbook for the Rest of Your Life.” More details soon.

JourneyMen Update

JourneyMen Pickleball

Place: Grain Valley Community Center | 713 N Main St, Grain Valley, MO 64029
Date & Time: Wednesday, August 23rd, 2023 | 6-8pm
All skill levels are invited to JourneyMen’s Pickleball event – beginners welcome, too! Join us Wednesday, August 23, 6-8pm, at the Grain Valley Community Center for an evening of fellowship, pickleball, and a short devotion. Don’t have a paddle? That’s OK, we have some to share.

All guys 14 and older are invited (14-16 need to be with dad, grandpa or mentor). Feel free to invite a friend.

Celebrating a New School Year

The new school year is fast approaching! We praise God for all students, teachers, and thyeir families and pray all experience a blessed year.

Teacher Dedication Sunday will be THIS SUNDAY, August 20th, during the RD Mize service for all TLS teachers and all teachers everywhere. Thank you for supporting our students’ teachers!

ON Sunday, August 27th, during both services, students of all ages and grades are invited to participate in Timothy’s annual Backpack Blessing, so bring your backpacks and receive a small gift. In addition, after the Wyatt service, worshipers and their friends are invited outside to share a brief blessing and prayer over the second trailer and tours of both trailers, if desired. TLS students will be available as tour guides.

The Gather commission will provide a photo both in the lobby at each campus for families to take photos as the celebrate the start of a new school year. Bring your phones/cameras!

Timmy Burgers Volunteer Sign Ups

It’s almost Timmy Burger time! Timothy’s Festival Committee needs volunteers in several areas for maximum success in reaching the community with the love of Jesus through its famous burgers during the Fall Fun Fest in downtown BS from Sept 15-17.The first weekend of signups produced 65 volunteers filling shifts toward the annual goal of 300.
Sign up for 1 or more shifts now! Look for tables in each lobby on Sundays or use the QR Code below. Click Here to sign up also. If you have any problems of need further assistance, contact the church office. Solicit family, friends, and co-workers to work a shift and get a free burger for each shift worked.
Timmy Burger proceeds go a long way to fund non-budgeted tithes and building repairs & upgrades.

Worship Attendance August 6: RD Mize 176 , Wyatt 176

August 6
Weekly General Contributions: Actual $20,931.23 vs Budgeted $28,868
Weekly First Fruits Contributions: Actual $20.00 vs Budgeted $2,075

Southern Gospel Quartet Concert: THIS SUNDAY, Aug. 20, 3:30pm, RD Mize Sanctuary. Bring friends and stay afterwards for an ice cream social in Family Life Center

THANK YOU to Timothy members who contributed school supplies for Blue Springs Community Services League. Last week several hundred students happily filled their new back packs with everything they need to start the school year.

Volunteer Work Day Sat, Aug 26, 8-11 am to clear ditch at Wyatt Campus. Contact Louie Wilbers (816.988.6059).

LWML SOCIETY MEETING Sat., Aug. 26, 9am, Fellowship Hall. Guest speaker Alan Lubert from Ronald McDonald House.

Job Opportunities Timothy Lutheran School pre-school teacher; M-F, mornings (8am-12:30pm); contact Ken Holland (816.228.5300 Ext. 8015) for more info. TLS elementary and pre-school substitutes for 2023-2024 school year; contact Ken Holland for more info.

Confirmation Meeting Wednesday, Aug. 30, 6:30 pm, sanctuary. For all 6th-8th graders and their parents. First class is Sept 6th. Contact Pastor Ryan with questions.

Volunteer Opportunity Timothy’s leadership is seeking members to serve on the Nominating Committee this fall to produce a slate of lay leaders for the annual Voters’ Assembly Meeting in Dec. Please contact Diane Mayfield (816.898.8772) if you are willing to serve. Thank you!

Annual Voters’ Assembly Meeting Sunday, Dec. 3, 11:30am, Wyatt Auditorium. Mark your calendar and plan to attend.

RD Mize Elevator has been repaired and inspected. It is now ready for easier access to second floor rooms. Contact Sandy Gregory in the church office to reserve rooms.

DivorceCare will start Monday, Sept. 11th, 6:30-8 pm at RD Mize campus.

GriefShare will start Thursday, Sept. 21st, 6:30-8 pm, at RD Mize campus.

Hillcrest House Party & Auction: Sat, Aug. 26, 6-10 pm, Overland Park Convention Center, $75 per person if purchase tickets through Timothy. Contact Care Coordinator Sandy Gregory (816.228.5300 ext 8042) for details and for questions about auction.

Volunteer Opportunity Blue Springs School District is seeking adult volunteers for its Difference Makers program, one-on-one reading to elementary students needing extra support in reading and building relationships; once weekly for an hour from Oct. 1-May 12. If interested, contact Linda Cox (816.898.3608) with questions or to sign up.

Food Donations during the month of August will be delivered to Jesu El Buen Pastor (The Lutheran Church of Jesus the Good Shepherd) in Kansas City. Always needed are cereal, canned meat, pasta, sugar, vegetable oil, cake mix, brownie mix, and canned fruit. Paper products and hygiene products are also appreciated. All items may be placed in the grocery cart in the lobby at either campus. Thank you for thinking of those who are less fortunate.