“The Antidote”

CREATIVE TENSION: Mary very well could have been filled with doubts after the angel told her that she would give birth to a Son. But rather than wallow in the doubt, rather than allow that to poison her faith, she checked out the promise. She went to Elizabeth to see if what the angel said was true. And her faith was rewarded with the truth. She had found an antidote for her doubt.

When the Lies Are Loud, Rehearse Truth’s Song:

A Devotion

Advent & Christmas Worship Updates

Please invite your family and friends to join us for Christmas worship opportunities! 

• Sunday, Dec. 19:  Children’s Ministry Christmas Program will be during the 10am worship service at Wyatt. Come here the children share the story of Jesus! Pastor Ryan will share a special message geared for both children and adults. (Holy Communion will not be celebrated during this service).

• Sunday, Dec. 19:  The 9am service at RD Mize will be led by Pastor John and will include Holy Communion.
• Friday, Dec. 24:  Christmas Eve Services at RD Mize will be at 5:30, 7:30, and 10pm (Candlelight Service with Holy Communion)
• Friday, Dec. 24:  Christmas Eve Service at Wyatt will be at 5:30pm
• Saturday, Dec. 25:  Christmas Day Service will be at 10am at RD Mize

Adult Choirs Perform We All Bow Down

Thank you to Timothy’s combined choir members for the outstanding production of the musical We All Bow Down last Sunday at the Wyatt 10am service! Many hours of rehearsal for the past few months by dedicated and talented vocalists and musicians were appreciated by the congregation and can be accessed on Timothy’s website if you would like to view it again.

Timothy Lutheran School Christmas Program

Timothy’s third Advent service on Dec. 15 was provided by all students at TLS. Over 400 hundred family members and friends gathered in the Wyatt Auditorium to hear the students proclaim Jesus’ birth as the light of world! Thanks to the students and staff for performing Unto Us and urging all of us to “Go Tell It on the Mountain” that Jesus is Lord over all and the best Christmas gift ever!
           

Pink Tie Sunday:  December 26

Join us in PINK on Sunday, Dec. 26^th, as we remember the little ones who passed from miscarriages, stillborn births, and abortion. “Before I formed you in the womb, I knew you.” Jeremiah 1: 5

“Lord, if you had been there . . . “ asked Mary at the loss of her brother. Perhaps we ask the same question at the loss of a child. God’s Word tells us that Jesus is the resurrection and the life. The mystery of faith in a child is beyond our comprehension. Jesus says, “The one who believes in me will live, even though they die; and whoever lives by believing in me will never die.” We put our trust in a merciful, loving God.

It was by Jesus’ wounds that our spiritual illness was healed, and we are all given new life, even to the unborn. It is a Resurrection promise in Jesus to new life with no more pain, suffering, or death.

Join us as we remember and praise God for the gift of life.

Pull out your pink clothing—ties, scarves, shirts, sweaters, etc—to wear to church on December 26^th!

Ongoing Support for Hillcrest Transitional Housing

Timothy recently received a letter of appreciation from Hillcrest for its ongoing support, both in volunteer opportunities and financial gifts. For more than 40 years, Hillcrest has helped families get back on their feet by providing homeless individuals, families, and youth with the life skills and tools needed to live self-sufficient lives and to leave behind the cycle of homelessness forever. The current resident in the apartment sponsored by Timothy continues to do well!
You may remember that about 18 months ago a fire destroyed the apartment building next to the one housing Timothy’s sponsored apartment. Recently, Hillcrest hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony for the new building. This photo shows one of the new rooms in one of the apartments.

Timothy Lutheran Ministries   

Yes, it happened, The Ministry One App with the purple background and cross has changed to the “Timothy Lutheran Ministries” App.
If have you downloaded the purple MinistryOne App, you will need to search your App store for the new renamed “App” above. You then just need to enter your email and phone number. It should log you in (phone models and operating systems may vary).  We apologize for this inconvenience; it was supposed to be seamless with the above logo just replacing the original one.  Please contact Sandy Gregory in the church office (816.228.5300 Ext. 8035) with questions.  All modules except Check In (allowing for recording attendance at worship) and Discover (Timothy mission and information) are now available.

2021 First Fruits totals $169,122.36, as of Dec. 12^th. Thank you!

Impact Sunday contributions total $91,436.00, from Oct. 31 through Dec. 12. Thank you!

Reminders Faith Roots classes at either campus will not meet this Sunday, Dec. 19. Faith Roots classes will meet as normal on Sun., Dec. 26, at both campuses.

Pairs & Spares will not on Tuesday, Dec. 21. Contact Janet Masters (jlmasters44@gmail.com) with questions.

Red Poinsettias at RD Mize will be available to take home after Christmas Day or after the Dec. 26 worship service. Please pick up an envelope from the RD Mize front desk for the suggested $10 donation. Thanks!

“Thank you, Timothy, for the prayers, cards, calls, and notes during my recent surgery. All is well. God is good! Blessings, Carol Cronkhite”

Donor Match Program New recurring online giving is encouraged to help Timothy receive a matching gift from its church management system in the first quarter of 2022. Every gift started before Dec. 31 will be matched up to a maximum total of $1,000. More than one installment must be set up. You may set up your recurring gifts through Shelby Giving on the church website or through Timothy’s new ministry app. Thank you for considering this easy, generous, and secure opportunity.

Offering Envelopes are available on tables in the lobby of each campus to use during the time designated for offerings in worship. A sheet of labels for the special services during 2022 is also available and can be attached to the regular envelopes.

October Financials Reports are available to pick up at each Information Center and to view on the church website under Church/Reports. Thank you!

Church Office will be closed on Dec. 24 & 25 and Dec. 31 & Jan 1. TLS will observe the Christmas break from Dec. 22 through Jan.2 (teachers return Jan. 3, students return Jan. 4). eNotes will distribute on Dec. 22 or 23.

December Food Donations will be delivered to BS Community Services League. Instant dry milk, brownie mixes, cake mixes, canned chicken or tuna, and canned or dry fruit are always appreciated as well as all other food items. Thank you, Timothy, for consistently remembering those in need.

Inclement Weather Cancellation Policy As winter approaches, Timothy Church and School will monitor weather conditions closely and strive to hold all services, classes & events unless it is dangerous to travel. Please remember to check Fox 4 News or Timothy’s Facebook page if service, classes, or events need to be canceled.

Ministry One App Have you downloaded Timothy’s new app yet? Please contact Sandy Gregory in the church office (816.228.5300 Ext. 8035) with questions. All modules, except Check-In (allowing for recording worship attendance) and Discover (Timothy mission and information) are now available.

Job Opportunities:

• TLS Part-time Pre-School Teacher:  M-F, 7am-noon; max. 29.5 hrs/wk; deadline to apply, Dec. 30; start date, Jan. 3; contact Ken Holland (kenh@timothylutheran.com or 816.228.5300 Ext. 8015) with questions.
• Children & Youth Ministry Assistant:  part-time 20 hrs/wk, starting in Jan.; contact Pastor Ryan (ryanh@timothylutheran.com) or Diane Mayfield (dianem@timothylutheran.com) with questions.
• Wyatt Campus Sound Techs: includes weekly practices with worship team and Sunday morning worship, including live streaming of service; contact Sandy Sauter (sautersandy5@gmail.com) or Pastor Rod (rodl@timothylutheran.com) with questions.

Sunday Morning Adult Bible Study “Biblical Prophecy”; 10:15-11:15am, Fireplace Room (302), RD Mize; led by Dale Russell.

Monday Evening Women’s Bible Study “Elijah”; 6:30-8pm, Room 111, RD Mize; led by various ladies.

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

Tuesday Morning Men’s Bible Study “Titus: Good Doctrine & Good Living”; 6:30-7:30am, Fireplace Room (302), RD Mize; led by various men.

Tuesday Morning Adult Bible Study “The Book of Acts”; 10-11am, Fellowship Hall, RD Mize; led by Pastor John.  Please Note: No class on Dec. 21 or 28.

Wednesday CrossWalk, Confirmation, & Senior High Revolution Please Note: Classes will resume on Jan. 5.

Thursday Evening Women’s Bible Study Please Note:  Class will resume on Jan. 5.

Saturday Morning Women’s Bible Study (1^st & 3^rd Saturdays) or all moms, 9-10am, Wyatt 4 G’s; led by Kaye Gray. Contact Kaye if interested in receiving or volunteering in the Baby STEPS ministry (kgray1024@yahoo.com).