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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 info on Timothy’s website

https://timothylutheran.com/worship/

As We Gather for Worship This Weekend

“Trouble All Around“

Setbacks are an inevitable part of life, but they can be incredibly demoralizing, especially when they are caused by others. As we examine God’s people attempting to get back on track, we can observe that some of the most destructive trouble to the people comes from within their own community. So, how do we deal with it?

Devotion: How to Find Strength in Surrender

“I DO IT!” Toddlers love declaring their independence as they navigate the world. I’ll admit, I’ve caught myself echoing that sentiment more times than I can count – as an adult. Something is appealing about the idea of doing things on our terms and proving our capabilities to the world.

It’s a lesson that echoes throughout the pages of Scripture. Take the story of Abraham — a man whose faith defied logic and who chose to hope against hope in the face of impossibility. Abraham’s hope wasn’t rooted in his accomplishments but in God’s promise.
Romans 4:13 It was not through the law that Abraham and his offspring received the promise that he would be heir of the world, but through the righteousness that comes by faith.
God didn’t work in Abraham’s life because Abraham had proven himself perfect and capable, solid and without need for help. Perhaps God worked in Abraham’s life specifically because it didn’t make sense – because God does what God does with open arms that invite us in. And that is grace.
Imagine waking up in the morning and embracing a reality where our worth isn’t hinged on what we can (or can’t) do but on whom God is — a life where we find comfort in a loving Creator who journeys alongside us, catching us with the open arms of grace.
Imagine a life where your “I DO IT!” is replaced with the loving whisper of God saying, “I will do it alongside you.”

Discovery Class

Starts March 12th
Have you ever wondered if there’s more to life than what we see?
Are you searching for a connection that transcends the everyday, a love that surpasses all understanding? If so, then our Discovery Class is for you.
In this warm and welcoming space, we’ll embark on a captivating journey together, exploring the Bible’s message of unconditional love, hope, and purpose. Discover how this message can bring peace, meaning, and guidance to your life, no matter where you are on your faith journey. Whether you’re a seasoned believer or just starting your quest, we invite you to join us on this transformative exploration. You’ll find a supportive community of fellow seekers, eager to share their stories and learn alongside you.
Don’t let your questions hold you back. This class is designed for open hearts and curious minds. We’ll delve into the foundations of the Christian faith and the Lutheran confessions in a way that’s easy to understand and engaging.

Visit the web or contact Pastor Rod Lindemann at RodL@TimothyLutheran.com to learn more and take the first step towards a life filled with purpose and joy.
Date: Starts Tuesday, March 12^th
Time: 6-7pm
Location: Library
Led by: Pastor Rod Lindemann RodL@TimothyLutheran.com
Information & Registration: www.TimothyLutheran.com/discovery-class

Lent 2024

Please join your brothers and sisters in Christ on Wednesdays during Lent in the Auditorium for Dining with Jesus meals (6-6:30pm) followed by family-oriented interactions (6:30-7pm) for worship, fellowship, and a snippet of what Jesus has for us.

Why around a table? Because that’s where Jesus often did His most important ministry. As a matter of fact, throughout Scriptures, we see meals being a beautiful place where God does some amazing stuff. So we are going to dive into the Gospel of Luke where we will find Jesus not only sitting with those who loved Him but also with those who hated Him. We will hear some powerful red letter words, and we will wrestle with what it means to be sustained by God’s Word. This series will carry us through Lent, Holy Week, and Resurrection Sunday.

Mar. 13, 6pm: Provided by GATHER Commission (menu: pancakes, sausage, fruit, coffee, juice, & water); freewill offering to support upgrades to the gathering area in the 4G’s
Mar. 20, 6pm: Provided by TLS 7^th & 8^th(menu: pasta bake, salad, rolls and dessert); freewill offering to support 2024 spring class trip

Please be aware that entering through the west doors and parking lot is not available until 6pm due to TLS AfterCare.

RESTORE

It seems like every time we blink, something is changing at Timothy lately. Not only that, but there is a lot of hurt, loss, concern, and grief stirring within many of us. And we are left in a heap of confusion. Let’s be honest—there are those who are disgruntled, those who are saddened, those who have stopped supporting ministry at Timothy, and those who are thinking about leaving. So what do men and women of faith do? We turn towards the God who loves and cares for us. We turn toward the one who promises renewal and restoration. That’s what we will do together through March 24th. We will tune into the books of Ezra and Nehemiah to be reminded that we worship a God who restores His people in the midst of their confusion, chaos, and grief. We will also ask the Lord to restore us: restore our hope, restore our focus, restore maybe even our faith. We invite you to join us and even come prepared! Here’s a suggested reading plan for our season of Lent:

Prior to Sunday: Ezra 4:21-5:2 & Nehemiah 4:10-15, 5:1-12, & Nehemiah 6:10-14
Prior to March 17: Nehemiah 8:9-18

Holy Week Schedule

Maundy Thursday (Communion) 6 pm
(Traditional Setting)

Good Friday 6 pm
(Contemporary Setting)

Easter Sunday
Contemporary Service 9 am
Traditional Service 10:30 am

Timothy Lutheran School Auction

Saturday, February 24, was a night that made history. Timothy Lutheran School held its annual auction at Adams Pointe Conference Center. It was a masquerade ball with the theme “A Night in Disguise”, but there was no disguising that every guest came to support the scholarship fund.
The annual event had a record-breaking number of tickets sold, just topping 200, with a record-breaking over $40,000 for the TLS scholarship fund. This amazing amount will help so many students get the Christian education they so very much want, need, and crave.
A giant THANK YOU to everyone who donated items, services, sponsorships, attended, and bid. This event would not have reached its success without all of you!
Give the Glory to God!

National Youth Gathering 2025

Calling all current 7^th graders through juniors in high school! The LCMS National Youth Gathering will be held in New Orleans in July 2025. We’d love for you to join us as 20,000+ youth take over New Orleans to worship, grow, learn, serve, and more! Plan to attend a short informational meeting this Sunday, March 10, at 11:45am in the Music Room to learn basic information and ask questions. If you have ANY interest in attending the NYG, you need to attend this meeting or send a representative. Contact Pastor Ryan with questions.

LWML Bites for Mites

It’s time to enjoy sweet treats provided by Timothy’s LWML at the annual Bites for Mites, this year on Sunday, March 17th, in the lobby at church! All proceeds directly benefit missions. Mark your calendars to take home something sweet to celebrate our willingness to support missions on St. Patrick’s Day!

LUMAA – Urban Ministry

The Lutheran Urban Mission Agency Auxiliary, also known as LUMAA, will hold a meeting on Wednesday, March 20th. The event will take place at Peace Lutheran Church, located at 8240 Blue Ridge Blvd, KCMO. The registration desk will open at 9:00 a.m. and the opening service will begin at 9:30 a.m.

The speaker for the event will be from Lutheran Family & Children’s Services. The mission of the month collection will be monetary donations for VBS and youth activities. Lunch will be provided. To RSVP for the event, please contact Lisa Thornton at 816-392-9200 or by email at elisabethbthornton@gmail.com. Everyone is welcome to attend, and all donations for the Mission of the Month collection are appreciated. Please RSVP by March 17th. Thank you!

Candy Donations Needed!

Calling all candy lovers!
We’re gearing up for an egg-citing Easter egg hunt at our church, and we need your help to make it extra sweet!

We’re on the hunt for candy donations to stuff into eggs for our little egg hunters to find.

Donations need to be returned as soon as possible. The event is March 23rd. Please return them to the church no later than March 20th.

Drop off your candy donations at the church office during regular business hours or Sunday mornings. Let’s make this Easter egg hunt one to remember! Thank you for your generosity and support.

Oasis Easter Egg Hunt Event

Get ready for a fun-filled morning of Easter delights at Timothy Lutheran! Mark your calendars for Saturday, March 23, 2024, because you won’t want to miss out on our annual Easter Egg Hunt.
Saturday, March 23, 2024
9:30 AM – Breakfast (Pancake Breakfast served by Festival Committee)
10:30 AM – Easter Egg Hunt for Pre-K to 4th Grade and
Capture the Egg for 5th Grade and Up
Make sure to mark your calendars and spread the word! The Timothy Lutheran Egg Hunt promises to be a memorable event for the whole family. We can’t wait to see you there for a morning of eggcellent fun and faith-filled experience.
Click here to sign up

SHINE: Let Your Light Shine Brighter Than Ever!

Let Your Light Shine Brighter Than Ever!
Join us for SHINE! week, April 12-21, 2024, where we’ll spread God’s love and serve our communities across Missouri.

Here’s what’s in store:
– Rock the red SHINE! T-Shirt
– Choose a service project close to your heart
– Connect with fellow believers and make a difference together
Register now and secure your spot! Don’t wait to shine brighter than ever before. Need funding? We’ve got you covered!
Register here: https://timothylutheran.com/shine/
Questions? Contact Pastor Rod at Rodl@timothylutheran.com.
Let’s SHINE! In our community,
Pastor Rod Lindemann

Volunteer Opportunities

As the adjustments continue for our new configuration, additional volunteer opportunities are available. Please consider how you can help in these areas. Click the links below to offer your time and talents. Thank you!

FaithRoots teachers (Sunday morning children’s ministry, either service, once monthly): Materials and training provided
Middle School Ministry leaders & assistants: planning events
Sunday Morning Parking Attendants : directing worshipers to open spaces and entering church, as needed.

Pointe of Hope Seder Meal

Traditional Seder Meal
Join us for a meaningful Holy Week experience: A Traditional Seder Meal at Pointe of Hope Church
Experience the rich traditions and symbolism of Passover with a special Seder Meal led by Dr. Peter Greenspan, a completed Jew with extensive experience leading these commemorative celebrations.
Savor a delicious dinner:

Tender, herb-roasted chicken
Savory roasted potatoes
Sweet, honey-glazed carrots
A delightful dessert

Cost for the event:
Individual tickets: $15.00
Reserve a table for eight: $120.00
Don’t miss out, register today! Please RSVP by Monday, March 18th, by emailing jeanschwabe@pointeofhope.org. Payment can be made conveniently at the door.
We can’t wait to celebrate this special occasion with you!

2024 Missouri District Lutheran Women’s Missionary League Convention

Independence, MO

Although Independence is known as the historic departure point for the California, Oregon, and Santa Fe Trails, this summer our paths will converge in Independence for another great LWML Missouri District Convention, June 7-9, 2024. Every two years, members gather to carry out the business of the organization and spend time together in praise, worship, Bible study, fellowship, and laughter. An LWML convention is open to all ladies of the LCMS and many husbands attend, too. The Kansas City area offers many great family activities, so consider making this convention a fun destination for family as well. This year’s theme, “He will make your paths straight.” is based on Proverbs 3:5-6. For additional details and online registration information, be sure to visit our improved District website at https://www.missourilwml.org/conventions. Registration opens March 1st. Hotel reservations at Stoney Creek Hotel can be made by a phone call to 816-908-9600 select #2 Guest Services and give CODE LWML24 for a special room rate.

Consolidation & Other Updates

The City of Blue Springs Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on Monday, Mar. 25th, concerning Timothy’s building project. The Public Hearing Sign is erected at the Wyatt Road entrance.

Building materials were delivered to Timothy on Feb. 29. Many thanks to Ben Ryan & M&S Electric employees, Joe Sauter, Don McGhee, and Gary Williams for donating equipment and time to unload these materials. The City of Blue Springs Planning Commission will hold a public hearing concerning Timothy’s building project on March 25.

Timothy thanks the Festival Committee for funding a milk cooler for church and school use. This will add more space to the refrigerator in the kitchenette. The milk cooler will be delivered Friday, March 8th, to the school and church.

The Executive Board approved the purchase of a 2024 Club Car Villager (8-passenger golf cart) to assist worshipers to the church entrance from the parking lot. The estimated time of delivery is 4-5 weeks. Watch for more details soon concerning parking lot attendants and other volunteers operating it.

As the consolidation process moves forward, leadership and staff encourage members to express their One Campus Questions as well as Consolidation Success Stories. Click here for One Campus Questions. Click here for Consolidation Success Stories.
Thank you!

Worship Attendance March 3 9am 220, 10:30 am 193

Lent Service March 6 – 6 pm: 172

March 3, 2024:
(Budgeted Weekly General Contributions: $24,038)
Actual General Contributions: $82,285.86
2024 First Fruits Budgeted Goal: $100,000.00 (1st $12,000 to NYG expenses)
Total to date: $33,108.63

2024 Flower Chart for Sunday worship service is now located at the front desk in the lobby. Arrangements cost $45 each. Thank you!

Food Donations Thank you for continuing to support this vital ministry! The grocery cart sits in the lobby just outside the Administrative Offices. Donations for March will be delivered to the Community Services League. Your donations are truly transforming lives through Christ.

Thrivent Choice Dollars. Thrivent members are reminded to allocate their accumulated Choice Dollars to charitable organizations of their choice by March 31. Thank you for considering Timothy Lutheran Church and School. In 2023, the total received for church and school was $10,884.00. Thank you!

OASIS Seeking volunteers to help serve catered meal from 6-6:30pm on April 10 and May 14. Minimal clean-up. Contact Pastor Ryan (816.228.5300 Ext. 8046) or Clancy Heisel (816.228.5300 Ext. 8047) with questions.

PRESCHOOL DIRECTOR POSITION – Holy Trinity Lutheran Church in Grandview, MO is currently searching for a Director for the church Preschool’s 2024-25 school year. The Preschool educates children 3-4 years old and 5-year-olds preparing for Kindergarten. It operates 3 days per week on Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday from 9 am to noon. The Director position would include teaching as well as creating a curriculum and managing day-to-day activities. For more information, please contact the church office at 816-763-3211, to apply please email your resume to churchofficeholytrinity@gmail.com.

Web Designer Timothy is seeking a volunteer to help with web design. Contact Mary Taggart (816.228.5300 Ext. 8040) with questions.

GriefShare Thursdays, 6:30-8pm, Music Room. Sign up on GriefShare website https://www.griefshare.org/groups/180907/registrations/new

DivorceCare Mondays, 6:30-8pm, Library. Sign up on DivorceCare website https://www.divorcecare.org/groups/183166/registrations/new

Sunday Morning Adult Bible Study “The Gospel of Luke”; 9-10am, Library; led by Fritz Barlag & Dale Russell

Monday Evening Adult Bible Study (1st & 3rd Mondays) 6:30pm fellowship; 7pm study; Music Room; led by Roxanne Kerwood

Tuesday Morning Men’s Bible Study “The Gospel of Mark”, 6:30-7:30am, Music Room; led by various men

Tuesday Morning Women’s Bible Study Rediscovering Israel (Cristy McLelland); 9-11 am, Pointe of Hope Library; led by various ladies

Tuesday Morning Adult Bible Study 10-11am, I & II Kings; Pointe of Hope Coffee House; led by Jon Kraft

Wednesday Night Sr High Revolution 7-8 pm during Lent; Mobile Classroom 4

Wednesday Confirmation 7-8 pm; during Lent; Music Room

Thursday Evening Women’s Bible Study (Women of Thursday) Book Study 6:30-8pm; Library; led by Miriam Lindemann

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 Mary Taggart
Please keep your submission between 200-250 words.

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