November 15, 2024
In this Timothy Connects you will find
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On Mission with Jesus
Acts offers more than history; it reflects the Spirit's ongoing work within the church. We'll examine how early believers faced challenges, built community, and boldly shared the gospel—experiences relevant to us today. 
With a dedicated reading plan, we’ll explore the stories of Peter, Paul, and others, learning how the Holy Spirit empowered them and how He can empower us. We’ll find practical ways to apply these lessons to our lives and become effective witnesses for Christ.
Follow along with our sermon series and weekly Prepare for Worship emails for reading assignments. Let’s be inspired by the early church's courage and faith and ignite a fresh wave of God’s Kingdom.
This week’s reading: Chapter 24-26
The Book of Acts details the early church's dynamic growth, showcasing ordinary people doing extraordinary things through the Holy Spirit. Over 13 weeks, we'll see the birth of a movement that reshaped the world.
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Use Every Opportunity
Time waits for no one. Moments slip through our fingers like grains of sand. We've all looked back with regret, wishing we'd seized an opportunity. As followers of Chirst, we're called to be ready, equipped to share His goodness at a moment's notice. But are we truly prepared? Is our light shining brightly enough to pierce the darkness? Let's come together to ignite our faith, sharpen our focus, and ensure we're ready to embrace every opportunity God places before us. Will you join us in a commitment to live fully present, expectant of God's movement? Let's make the most of every moment.
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Welcome to the Advent Conspiracy: A Deeper Dive into the Christmas Story
Rediscovering the True Meaning of Christmas
Advent Conspiracy invites us to step away from the commercial frenzy and reconnect with the profound story of Christmas. It's a call to celebrate this sacred season with humility, beauty, and generosity. 
The Heart of Advent
At the core of Advent is the anticipation of Christ's coming. It's a time to reflect on the miraculous birth of the Savior, the Word made flesh. This extraordinary event has the power to transform our lives and the way we celebrate Christmas.
The Four Tenets of Advent Conspiracy will be address in the upcoming four weeks of Advent.
- December 1 | Worship Fully: Prioritize Christ in your life. Worship Him with your heart, mind, and soul.
- December 8 | Spend Less: Focus on intentional, thoughtful gifts rather than mindless consumerism.
- December 15 | Give More: Give your time, energy, and presence to those you love.
- December 22 | Love All: Reach out to the marginalized and forgotten in your community.
Why These Tenets Matter
- Worship Fully: When our hearts are oriented towards Christ, our actions naturally align with His teachings.
- Spend Less: By spending less on material things, we can free up resources to give more meaningfully.
- Give More: The most meaningful gifts are often those that come from the heart, not the store.
- Love All: Following Jesus means loving our neighbors, especially the most vulnerable.
A Call to Action
Join the Advent Conspiracy movement and experience a Christmas that truly matters in our four-week sermon series. Let's rediscover the joy, peace, and hope that can be found in the humble birth of Jesus Christ.
Together, we can make a difference. Are you ready?
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Sunday Contemporary 9:00 am
Sunday Traditional: 10:30 am
301 East Wyatt Road
Holy Communion 1st, 3rd, & 5th Sundays
Worship Attendance
November 10, 2024
9 am 224
10:30 am 135
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November 10, 2024:
(Budgeted Weekly General Contributions: $24,038)
Actual General Contributions: $26,498.61
2024 First Fruits Budgeted Goal: $100,000.00 (1st $12,000 to NYG expenses)
Total to date: $62,464.32
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New Giving Options
Your faithful generosity allows us to show the Love of Jesus in a very tangible way. Stewardship is a spiritual journey, and we’re committed to meet you every step of the way in whatever season of life you’re in.
We recognize we have givers from every generation at our church, so whether you’re still writing a check faithfully, or if you give online, we’re excited to announce we recently added four new ways to give using digital wallets:
- Paypal
- Apple Pay
- Google Pay
- Venmo
Here is the link to our online giving form if you’d like to be a part of what God is doing, and experience His faithfulness through your obedient stewardship.
https://www.shelbygiving.com/app/giving/timothy
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Bible Studies
Sunday Morning Adult Bible Study "Old Testament God Vs New Testament God"; 9:00-10:00 am; Library; led by Fritz Barlag and Dale Russell
Sunday Morning Adult Bible Study "The Real God",10:30-11:30 am; led by Gary Storck and Wayne Diveley. 8 week study (NO meeting Sunday November 17th)
Monday Morning Adult Bible Study 10-11 am, "Book of John"; Pointe of Hope Coffee House; led by George Zimmerschied
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Tuesday Morning Men’s Bible Study "2 Corinthians", 6:30-7:30 am, Conference Room;
led by various men
Tuesday Morning Women’s Bible Study "Becoming like Jesus" by Cynthia Heald; 9-10:30 am, Pointe of Hope Library; led by various ladies
Wednesday Night Sr High Revolution 6:30-8 pm; Mobile Classroom 4 (Youth Room)
Wednesday Night Confirmation 6:30 - 8 pm; auditorium and various classrooms
Thursday Night Men's Bible Study "Red Letter Challenge" 7 - 8 pm; Pointe of Hope Church; led by Pastor Rod
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Staff Highlight This Week
Ronda Krekel has devoted countless years to the education ministry, teaching across multiple grade levels and earning the admiration and love of her peers and students alike. Her lifelong commitment to academics  shines through in both her teaching and her interactions. As her colleagues describe, "Her love for the Lord is evident in her thoughtful words and actions." They highlight how she makes each student feel valued and appreciated, always recognizing and celebrating the best in others.
With a genuinely kind and caring spirit, Miss Ronda reflects God’s love in every word and deed. She’s not only a gifted educator but also a loyal friend and supportive colleague, uplifting everyone around her. Known for her “incredible servant heart,” she dedicates countless hours after school, connecting families to resources and offering heartfelt encouragement. Ronda Krekel is a true blessing to her community and a shining example of faith in action.
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Special Voters' Assembly Meeting
Please plan to attend the Special Voters' Meeting this Sunday, Nov. 17, at 11:45am in the Auditorium, for the sole purpose of extending a divine call for Timothy's next senior pastor. Biographies of three very qualified candidates will be presented to the Assembly. Per MO District President, Rev. Lee Hagan, no information in any form may be disseminated about any of the candidates prior to the meeting, and voters must be present to vote. A quorum of 40 voting members is required, and the Assembly will vote to call by simple majority on a secret ballot. Votes will be tabulated and results shared before adjournment.
Your Call Committee has devoted many hours of prayer, interviews, and discussions to the divine call process, and we all continue to pray for God's Will to discern Timothy's next Shepherd. Thank you for participating in this process. To God Be the Glory!
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Fall Generosity Emphasis
Thank you for joining your Timothy family in prayerfully considering how your family can participate in the generosity emphasis this fall to support Timothy's ministries moving forward in 2025. Your commitment card, sealed inside the provided envelope or a similar one, may be returned in the offering plate between now and Dec. 1 or mailed to the church. Please remember to provide your name on the outside of the envelope so it can be returned to you at this time next year.
Jesus, we gather to express our deepest gratitude for Your unwavering love and grace. We thank You for the opportunity to serve You and Your kingdom through Timothy’s ministries. We praise You for the vision You have placed in the hearts of Your servants to reach out to others and share the transformative power of Your Word. We are thankful for the privilege of participating in Your divine plan. As we prepare to make our 2025 commitments, we ask that You would guide us to discern Your will and to give generously and joyfully. May our offerings be a reflection of our love for You and our desire to further Your kingdom.
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Final Stages of the Storage Building Project Near Completion
The Storage Building Project is reaching its final stages, with inspections underway. If all goes as planned, we anticipate receiving the Certificate of Occupancy by next week, marking a significant milestone in the project.
Next Steps:
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Final Inspections and Certificate of Occupancy (Temporary Occupancy received 11/08/24)
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Moving Church Property to the Storage Building (Scheduled 11/16/24, Click the link below to volunteer!)
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Removal of Excess Dirt and Grass Seeding (Volunteers Needed)
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Selling Storage Containers (Members interested in purchasing a container should contact Mary Taggart)
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Building Blessing Ceremony (Date TBD)
Thank you to everyone who has supported this project with their time, talents, and resources.
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We are needing more people with trucks and trailers. If you come to volunteer, please bring them with you. Thank you to all the volunteers that can help.
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LUMAA Serving Christ
The Lutheran Urban Mission Agency Auxiliary will meet on Wednesday, November 20, at St. Stephen Lutheran Church, 205 North Forest Ave., Liberty, MO. Registration begins at 9:00 a.m. with the opening service at 9:30 a.m. The speaker will be from Harvesters. The Mission of the Month collection is NEW winter necessities: socks, gloves, hats, scarves, coats, long underwear, blankets/quilts (full size or larger).
Lunch will be served. Please RSVP by November 17 to Lynette Oakes at lynetteoakes@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!
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Pack the Cart for Charity - Middle School Event
Mark your calendars for an exciting opportunity to give back! On November 23rd, our middle school group will head to Walmart to "Pack the Cart" for a great cause. We will meet at Walmart at 2 pm. We'll shop for Christmas food baskets to help local families in need and pick up gifts for a few adopted children to make their holidays brighter.
After our shopping trip, we’ll return to the church for a fun gift-wrapping session, complete with cookies and hot cocoa. It's the perfect way to spread holiday cheer while serving our community together.
Don’t miss out on this special event—let’s make a difference this holiday season! Click Here to sign up.
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LWML Nuts & Candy Sale
Stop by the LWML Nuts and Candy table Sunday and see an array of choices to complete your gift giving or baking. Order Forms are also available and products will be back the following Sunday. Deadline to place orders is Sunday, December 1st. Orders placed online by early Tuesday morning will be available the following Sunday. Thank you for your participation in making this another successful year!
https://www.timothylutheran.com/events/nuts-and-candy/
Proceeds benefit Mites (Missions), Concordia Seminary Food Bank in St. Louis, and Timothy School classroom needs.
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shines through in both her teaching and her interactions. As her colleagues describe, "Her love for the Lord is evident in her thoughtful words and actions." They highlight how she makes each student feel valued and appreciated, always recognizing and celebrating the best in others.
to use for placing your order.
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