“Holy Destruction!”

If you hear the term “holy destruction,” what do you picture? Probably something worthy of a Hollywood blockbuster. But who do you picture as the target of that holy destruction? Usually someone else. We often forget that our sins make us targets for that holy destruction too. But thanks be to God, He saves us from His own wrath through Jesus’ death and resurrection. He now calls on us, to share the message that others can be saved from that destruction as well.

SNOW: A Devotion

Can you believe it. I am a sunshine girl, a get outside and feel the warmth on my face kind of girl. I dream of Florida, Jamaica and the Bahama’s. But last night was sleet and this week more snow. What a crazy state Missouri is.
Our location matters and there is good to be found right where we’re at, even with the crazy weather. I think about how Jesus came down from heaven to dwell in a specific location, within a specific community. He did His work locally, as far as His feet and a boat could take Him. He focused on the people right around Him, healing, preaching, and walking with them. And yet, what happened there changed the world.
Yes, God is in the far-off places, but God is everywhere — even here. He is alive and moving. He is right here in snowy Missouri. As I sit, I think of a song from childhood based on King James Psalm 144:15. Happy is that people, that is in such a case: yea, happy is that people, whose God is the Lord. Psalm 144:15
As I look out at the cold snow, I am happy, at peace in the quiet sitting with God, right where I am at.

Lenten & Holy Week Reminders

Wednesday Services:  March 16, 23, 30 & April 6:  5:30pm, RD Mize

Wednesday Non-Dinner Free-Will Offerings Opportunities:

• March 16—Give Commission for 2022 Live Well Community Fair in June
• March 23—Pairs & Spares for National Youth Gathering fundraising
• March 30—School Ministry for TLS Scholarship Fund

NOTE:  These various free-will opportunities will also be available in RD Mize lobby on the Sunday after the designated Wednesday services. Thanks for your support of these ministries!

Maundy Thursday, April 14:  Service with Holy Communion, 5:30pm, RD Mize
Good Friday, April 15:  Service with Holy Communion, 5:30pm, Wyatt

We look forward to choirs enhancing worship during the Lenten season. The Celebration Chorus will sing at Wyatt service this Sunday, March 13, as well as Palm Sunday and Easter Sunday. The Sanctuary Choir will sing at the RD Mize services on March 20, Palm Sunday, and Easter Sunday. The combined choirs will also enhance worship on Maundy Thursday and Good Friday.

Meet Timothy’s Magician Extraordinaire . . .
a.k.a. Pastor Ryan

Students at TLS flocked around Timothy’s Magician Extraordinaire one day last week before heading back to class after lunch, intrigued and fascinated by his skill in pulling off cool card tricks!

JourneyMen Take the Lead Event
Wanted:  Spiritual Leaders

Men, it’s time to gather again for food, fellowship, and faith-building discussions. All men are invited to attend and hear Garrett Stutz, a 7’1” professional basketball player, share his faith story. We’ll gather for prayer at 6:30pm sharp and kick off the evening with smoked pulled pork by none other than Ben Ryan!

Open to all men 15 and older! Join us as we get on the journey of digging into God’s Word.

Date:  Tuesday, March 22
Time:  6:30-8:30pm
Location:  Family Life Center, RD Mize
Contact:  Pastor Rod Lindemann
Please register your attendance:  https://timothylutheran.com/take-the-lead/

TLS Trivia Night

The TLS Trivia Night is back! After a year off, TLS is excited to welcome back Trivia Night on Fri., March 25, starting at 6pm in the Wyatt Auditorium. This year’s theme is A Night at the Movies, and excitement is building about the fun team names, costumes, and tables you create. This TLS Scholarship Fundraiser is always a ton of fun. You don’t want to miss out! Grab your tickets and learn more at https://timothylutheran.school.com/trivia-night/

Easter Carnival

All children are invited to Timothy’s annual Easter Carnival on Sat., April 9^th from 2-4pm at Wyatt Campus for an afternoon of FREE fun. Activities include family games, crafts, and a traditional egg hunt starting at 3pm. Rolling in the Dough KC food truck will be available from 2-3pm if you would like to purchase a tasty treat.

Children’s Ministry appreciates all donations, including individually-wrapped candy to fit inside plastic eggs and prize-table goodies (full-size candy bars, small toys, small stuffed animals, etc.) Please drop off your donations in the bins at either campus lobby. Volunteers are welcome to help at the various activity stations. Please contact Allison Spencer (816.695.0090 or aspencer2312@gmail.com if you can help. Thank you!

Caring for God’s House

Can you volunteer an hour or two (or longer) on Sat., March 26 between 8:30am and 12:30pm, to join a group in “spring cleaning” the RD Mize sanctuary and lobby? More hands = less time required to complete! Maybe a family activity? The Property Board really appreciates your help. Contact Viv Bradshaw (vivbradshaw@aol.com or 816.229.0397) or Diane Mayfield (dianem@timothylutheran.com or 816.228.5300 Ext. 8040) if you have questions. Thank you!

LWML MO District South Zone Spring Rally

LWML MO District KC South Zone 2022 Spring Rally will be Sat., April 9, with the theme “LUMA Live” from Proverbs 19: 17. Rally will be held at Messiah Lutheran, 613 S. Main, Independence, MO. Program: Kelsha James, LUMA Community Outreach Coordinator, speaking about current projects and future needs of LUMA. Gifts from the Heart: laundry soap/pods, cleaning supplies, sponges, and baby wipes for LUMA Community Closet. Monetary donations also accepted (checks payable to LWML MO District KC South Zone). Registration begins at 9am; opening devotion at 9:30am. Cost is $5 (includes lunch). Childcare available upon advanced request. RSVP to Carol Haesemeier at 816.478.1659 or hhaesemeier@sbcglobal.net by March 29.

Women of Hope Spring Retreat

Ladies, take a trip around the world! Join Women of Hope on a journey around God’s Wonderful World. It’s a travel-themed retreat filled with laughter, Bible study, and reflection, and all women are invited! Pack your bags for Sat., April 30; you will be traveling from 9am-4pm at the Wyatt Campus, 301 E. Wyatt Rd. Cost is $25 per lady and includes lunch and all materials; register by contacting Diane Mayfield (dianem@timothylutheran.com) or Nancy Nowiszewski (nancyn@timothylutheran.com). Don’t delay—register now! Sign up friends to join you!

Reaching Out to Welcome Inn

Timothy’s GIVE Commission is once again organizing a collection of items for the residents living in the Blue Springs Welcome Inn. The following items would be especially appreciated: toilet paper, cleaning supplies, paper plates, plastic silverware, canned fruits & vegetables, cereal, and toaster pastries.

Donations may be dropped off in designated bins at each campus until April 24. Thank you for your support!

2022 First Fruits contributions total 63,355.59, as of March 6^th! Your support is very much appreciated as we continue to reach the 2022 First Fruits goal of $200,000.

Raise the Roof contributions total $20,000, as of March 6^th.  Thank you very much!

Adopt-a-NYG Student (Pi Fundraiser) contributions total 5,093.14 as of March 6^th. Thank you!

Middle School Youth Escape Room THIS FRIDAY, March 11, 6:30-8pm, Youth Room (506), RD Mize. Bring friends! Contact Pastor Ryan (ryanh@timothylutheran.com) with questions.

Pairs & Spares Tuesday, March 15, 11:30am potluck, Fellowship Hall (note change of location), RD Mize. Guest program:  Hunting in Africa by Roland West. Please join us! Contact Janet Masters (jlmasters44@gmail.com) with questions.

Skating Party All children & students invited! Bring friends! Sat., March 26, 4:30-6:30pm, $5 per skater, Rink Ratz, BS. Contact Pastor Ryan (rhyanh@timothylutheran.com) with questions.

LUMAA invites Timothy to its March 16 meeting at St. Stephen Lutheran in Liberty, MO; Program: Nita Williams from Dream House in KCMO; ingathering: cash donations for VBS, may be dropped off at church office or mailed to Lois Domsch at 3349 S. Scott Ave., Independence, MO 64052. Contact Lois at lois@domsch.com with questions.

Girls on the Run Assistant coaches needed for spring session (late March – May); practices on Tuesdays (4:30-6pm) and Sundays (3:30-5pm). Contact Sandy Gregory (sandyg@timothylutheran.com or 816.228.5300 Ext. 8035 or 816.213.8237) with questions.

Altar/Stage Flowers If you would like to donate flowers for the altar at RD Mize or stage at Wyatt, please call the church office or sign the “flower chart” posted on bulletin board in RD Mize lobby hallway. Cost is $35.00. Thank you!

Job Opportunity Children & Middle School Ministry Coordinator; part-time (20 hrs/wk); job description on church website under Church, then Church Manuals, Reports & Positions; deadline to apply THIS FRIDAY, MARCH 11. Contact Pastor Ryan (ryanh@timothylutheran.com) with questions.

Sanctuary Choir It’s not too late to offer your talents for the Lenten & Holy Week season! Weekly practices are 7-8pm on Wednesdays in sanctuary. Please join us! Contact Miriam Lindemann (miriaml@timothylutheran.com) with questions.

Food Donations for March will be delivered to BS Community Services League. Your ongoing support is always appreciated!

Thrivent Choice Dollars If you desire to allocate your Thrivent Choice Dollars to Timothy, the deadline is March 31. Go to your account at Thrivent.com or contact your Thrivent representative if you have questions. Thank you very much!

Ladies Book Club started this week but not too late to participate! Meets bi-monthly on second Thursday, 7pm, at home of Barb Kalbfleisch. First book is The Housekeeper and the Professor. Contact Barb at barbkalbfleisch9@gmail.com with questions. Next session is May 12.

DivorceCare meets on Mondays, 6:30-8pm, RD Mize. Childcare available upon request.

GriefShare meets on Thursdays, 6:30-8pm, RD Mize. Childcare available upon request.

Sunday Morning Adult Bible Study “An Overview of the Old Testament”; 10:30-11:30am, Fireplace Room (302), RD Mize; led by Fritz Barlag & Dale Russell

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

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

Tuesday Morning Men’s Bible Study “Matthew 17-28: The Sacrifice of the King”; 6:30-7:30am, Fireplace Room (302), RD Mize;
Tuesday Morning Adult Bible Study “The Book of Revelation”; 10-11am, Fellowship Hall, RD Mize; led by Pastor John

Wednesday Discovery Class 6:30-7:30pm, Fireplace Room (302), RD Mize; childcare available upon request; led by Pastor Rod

Wednesday Cross Walk Pre-school through 5^th grade; 6:30-8pm, begins in Fellowship Hall, RD Mize

Wednesday Confirmation 6^th-8^th grades; 6:30-8pm, begins in Room 501, RD Mize

Wednesday Senior High Revolution Bible Study 6:30-8pm, Youth room (506), RD Mize; led by Carrie Hochgrebe, Becky Blatt, & Ryan Kuecker

Thursday Evening Women’s Bible Study (Women of Thursday) Book study, 6:30-8pm, Room 102, RD Mize; led by Miriam Lindemann & Becky Blatt; contact Becky Blatt (ebblatt99@yahoo.com) for current book

Thursday Evening JourneyMen Bible Study “Passionate Pursuit of God”; 6:30-7:30pm, through March 31, Fellowship Hill, RD Mize, followed by fellowship at Applebee’s; led by Pastor Rod

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