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

Worship info on Timothy’s website
(www.timothylutheran.com/worship/ )
Live Stream worship on Facebook – Sundays 10am
(www.facebook.com/timothylutheran)
Recorded Worship Services
(www.YouTube.com/TimothyLutheranMinistries)

As We Gather for Worship This Weekend
“Pray as We Grow”

Like all parts of our faith life, we can definitely grow in prayer. But like all things in our journey, this is not something that is completely up to us. Instead, this is something that we experience when we partner with God for our continued growth. And we are reassured that, even when we don’t get it right, God understands and God intervenes for us, making up for where we lack.

Cheer Each Other On:  A Devotion

I see her email: “Could you read something I wrote? I don’t know if it’s any good, but I wanted to see if you could just take a look and tell me what you think.” Her email was an unexpected but pleasant surprise. She shared how she respected my opinion. I was honored to be entrusted with a first read of her writing, and I agreed to take a look. Later, we discussed her gift with words, and she was filled with delight. Her joy was my joy.

First Corinthians 12: 26 says, “If one part suffers, all the parts suffer with it, and if one part is honored, all the parts are glad.” And Romans 12: 15 simply says, “Be happy with those who are happy.”

In Christ, we are interdependent on one another. Because we are made for community and placed in community, we cannot separate our grief or our joy from that of others. We can cheer each other on, and in doing so we participate in the joy that God has for us all.

Pray Without Ceasing?

Did you set a reminder to pray at various times each day? Is it possible to really pray without ceasing?
We aren’t just asking you to come and listen, but to commit to growing in prayer, living in prayer, and learning about prayer. Watch for this Sunday’s bulletin insert and daily email messages next week as we grow together in prayer.

More details will be available soon about various activities:  prayer walk, prayer breakfast, immersive prayer path, movie focused on prayer, and much more!   You can sign up now for the October 1^st Prayer Breakfast in the Family Life Center at RD Mize. Please RSVP at https://timothylutheran.com/events/ This will be an awesome morning to grow together in different ways to pray. Watch for details about other events during the next few months!

Children & Youth Update

The Lord’s house was full last Wednesday as our children & youth ministries kicked off to continue our pursuit of TRANSFORMING LIVES THROUGH CHRIST.

Senior High Revolution started a four-week study of diving into the blessings of staying connected with the Lord and sometimes disconnecting from our fast-paced, technology-driven lives.

Our CrossWalk kiddos also enjoyed an adventurous night talking about what it means to follow Jesus. Approximately 30 kids joined us for study, an obstacle course, and an art project that we can’t wait to share with everybody. Give thanks with us for the volunteers and kiddos that attended and pray that the Holy Spirit continues transforming our young ones’ lives! God Is Good!

There is lots of room for more kids in all programs, so please join us at RD Mize on Wednesdays and bring your friends!

Middle Schoolers Enjoy Minute-to-Win-It Night

Timothy’s middle school Minute-to-Win-It Night last Saturday had 11 youth and one pastor square off to conquer some wacky games before 60 seconds expired! Plenty of laughs and messes followed.

Midway through the evening, time was called for eating to fill our bellies and diving into God’s Word to be reminded how it speaks to us in the midst of life’s stress and anxiety. Join us as we keep praying for lives to be transformed!

Next Generation Updates

We praise God that the Phase 1 program for expansion at Wyatt is progressing, slowly but surely! Last Sunday, Pastor John led an informal dedication of the first trailer which addresses increased enrollment at TLS. Timothy currently holds a temporary occupancy permit which means the two classrooms can be readied for classes. We anticipate total occupancy to be granted very soon. To God Be All the Glory!

Within the next month, the broken asphalt near the trash dumpster will be replaced with concrete. Leadership is also researching details to construct the outdoor yard building, including a “bridge” over the ditch, to be funded with a mini-capital campaign (Raise the Roof). Planning for procuring next summer’s TLS trailer has begun. In the new year, discussions about worshiping at Wyatt will begin and revolve around, “What will worship look like at Wyatt? How can worship at Wyatt be ‘worshipful’ for everyone?”  We value the congregation’s input. Mark your calendar to attend the Annual Voters’ Meeting on Dec. 4^th to hear updates about school expansion, outdoor storage building, Highway 7 frontage acreage, and timeline for listing RD Mize Campus on the market. Please keep all facets of the Next Generation process in your prayers. Thank you for your support!

New Nursery Coordinator

Timothy thanks Kaye Gray for her dedication and commitment of serving as Timothy’s Nursery Coordinator for several years. Timothy also thanks Jessica Williamson for working in the nursery and appreciates her continuance in this ministry.

We are pleased to introduce and welcome new member Sarah Siegel as the newest Nursery Coordinator! Sarah and her husband Chris and their four children recently joined Timothy after attending the most recent Discovery Class. Sarah comes from a strong Lutheran background of both parents as Lutheran teachers. She graduated from St. Paul’s Lutheran HS in Concordia, where her brother currently serves as a teacher and coach.

Sarah shares her enthusiasm for serving at Timothy: “We recently became members of Timothy in hopes of becoming more involved in the church & school while our children grow. Taking on the Nursery Coordinator position is a perfect stepping-stone for getting more involved in this growing congregation. As a mother of little ones myself, I see the necessity of having a nursery during church services and activities. I’m excited to see how God uses me and my skills in this opportunity.”

While Sarah will primarily schedule nursery care for the Wyatt nursery for Sunday mornings, she will also schedule workers for nursey care at either campus when it is helpful for groups to take advantage of a staffed nursery. Please contact the church office if childcare is helpful for activities or if you would like to join the nursery care team.

Concordia Universities College Fair

The MO District is sponsoring a FREE college fair on the campus of Concordia Seminary in St. Louis on Sat., Nov. 5, from 10am-5pm.

If you are not sure which college is for you or are concerned about finding a college where you can pursue academic excellence without abandoning your faith, this is your opportunity to meet reps from all of the Concordia Universities and both seminaries. It will be the perfect time to learn the latest information on topics like financial aid and tips for choosing a college.

Chick-fil-A will be provided, and drawings for gift cards and swag prizes will be held throughout the day. Click here to register for this open-house event so that enough food and supplies are available.

2022 First Fruits contributions total $96,660.59, as of Sept. 11^th. Thank you!
Raise the Roof contributions total $24,450.00, as of Sept. 11^th. Thank you!

RD Mize Worship Time Reminder One service at RD Mize now begins at 9am. The Wyatt service time has not changed (10am).

Timmy Burgers have arrived at the Annual BS Fall Fun Fest! Can you smell the “onions aroma”? Be sure to stop by Timothy’s Timmy Burger booth at corner of 10^th & Main this weekend to purchase your burgers. This year’s 10% tithe from the proceeds is earmarked for Christian education and the 2025 National Youth Gathering. Thank you for your support and enjoy your burger!

TLS Float Make plans to watch the Fall Fun Fest Parade TOMORROW, Sept. 17, at 10am as it works its way from Vesper Street to Main Street in Downtown Blue Springs! Theme is SUPER HEROES! TLS’s float is #54 in the line-up, so don’t miss it!

LUMAA Meeting Wed., Sept. 21, Fellowship Hall, RD Mize; registration at 9am; program at 9:30. Lunch provided (no cost). RSVP to Susan Ready (816.229.7688 or 816.328.2202 or sready2@comcast.net).

LUMAA In-gathering needs include cleaning supplies and family-sized personal hygiene products (paper towels, toilet paper, laundry soap, dish soap, Depends, shampoo/conditioner, wash cloths, bar soap, toothpaste, toothbrushes, etc) which will be delivered to urban Lutheran food pantries. Please drop off your donations in the marked bins at either campus by THIS SUNDAY, SEPT. 18. Thank you!

Women of Hope Friends Café All ladies invited to fall fellowship event at Stonehaus Winery, 24607 E. Colbern Rd., Lee’s Summit, on Thursday, Sept. 22, 5:30pm. Meet in the outdoor space with the pergola overhead towards the north as you come through the building. No cost or RSVP necessary. Light appetizers will be served. Questions? Contact Diane Mayfield (dianem@timothylutheran.com).

TLS 6^th Annual Walk-a-Thon Friday, Sept. 23^rd. This year’s proceeds will purchase classroom tools & updated materials as well as assist teachers with continuing education & training. All students may participate by gathering pledges & completing laps around the TLS parking lots. Online pledges are welcome:  https://www.timothylutheranschool.com/walkathon/ Thank you for your support! Contact the TLS office (816.228.5300 Ext. 8017) with questions.

DivorceCare meets on Mondays, 6:30-8pm, Room 102, RD Mize. Childccare provided upon request. Contact Sandy Gregory (816.228.5300 Ext. 8035 or sandyg@timothylutheran.com)  with questions & to register.

GriefShare meets on Thursdays, 6:30-8pm, Fireplace Room (302), RD Mize. Childcare provided upon request. Contact Sandy Gregory (816.228.5300 Ext. 8035 or sandyg@timothylutheran.com) with questions & to register.

RD Mize Coffee & Donut Ministry will not be available THIS SUNDAY, SEPT. 18. No change for Wyatt coffee & donuts.

Pairs & Spares Senior Adult Ministry meets Tuesday, Sept. 20, 11:30am, Family Life Center, RD Mize. All seniors 55 & older invited to join us for food, (bring dish for potluck), fellowship, and fun. Contact Janet Masters (jlmasters44@gmail.com) with questions.

Confirmation Prayer Pals Contact Mary Low (816.868.9128) if you would like to be a prayer pal for one of Timothy’s 6^th, 7^th, or 8^th grade Confirmation students this year.

Food Donations for September will be delivered to BS Community Services League. Especially needed at this time are spaghetti sauce, canned tomato products, Hamburger Helper boxed meals, pkgs of jello, & canned mixed vegetables. Please place in grocery cart at either campus. Thank you very much!
RD Mize Playground Work Party Sat., Oct. 8, starting at 8am; Property Board organizing work party to dig out old dirt & mulch, level out the ground, add new dirt, and apply grass seed. Contact Louie Wilbers (louie.wilbers@att.net) with questions & sign up to help. Thank you!

Sunday Morning Adult Bible Study 10-11 am, Fireplace Room (302), RD Mize. New topic: “Jesus—Fulfillment of the Law”; led by Fritz Barlag & Dale Russell

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

Monday Evening Women’s Bible Study “Messy People (Imperfect Biblical Heroes”; 6:30-8pm, Room 111, RD Mize; led by various women

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

Tuesday Morning Adult Bible Study “Confirmation Review”; 10-11am, Fellowship Hall, RD Mize; led by Pastor John

Thursday Evening Women’s Bible Study (Women of Thursday) 6:30-8pm, Room 109, RD Mize; Book study; led by Miriam Lindemann & Becky Blatt; contact Becky (ebblatt99@yahoo.com) for current book

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