Jesus wasn’t the only one who was on a mission during His earthly ministry. At various points, He sent out His disciples to spread the Good News that the kingdom of God was near. This mission meant that Jesus and His disciples couldn’t just hang out at home. They had to go! We are under similar marching orders. And while ours may not match up completely with the instructions that Jesus gave His disciples then, we can learn a lot about the urgency that drives us forward.
A Message from Pastor Bellinghausen
“To all the saints at Timothy,
Thank you so much for your support over these last four years and for the incredible outpouring of love you’ve given me during my Ordination. The gifts I received are wonderfully well-timed, considering the expenses of moving to New York and starting a new life there. Actually, you all have been so generous that I think I can afford to celebrate a little, too! I just wanted to send this little note to thank you for every gift left for me last Sunday, and everyone who has been a part of my family and my life here at Timothy. You all are the reason that I am looking forward to the ministry because I know that God works through even the smallest of words or gestures to touch hearts and to transform lives. Thank you all so much!
God Bless,
Pastor Jake Bellinghausen”
SPECIAL NOTE: Timothy welcomes PASTOR Jake Bellinghausen as guest preacher this Sunday, July 4th, before he heads to Grace Lutheran Church in Vestal, New York, early next week. Please join your brothers and sisters in Christ on Sunday as we look forward to his message about “Marching Orders.” See you Sunday!
A Message from the Reed Family
“To Our Timothy Family: Thank you so much for supporting the Adam’s Army Blood Drive again this year. It means a great deal to all of us to be able to honor Adam’s memory in a way that also helps others. We appreciate all you do to keep the drive going! This year we collected 43 pints, which is especially important because of the current blood shortage in the KC area. This will undoubtedly be a blessing to others! With much love, Jeff and Mary Reed & family.”
Greeter Ministry Volunteers
The Sunday Morning Greeter Ministry is ready to officially resume! Is this an area in which you could serve? Could your entire family be available on Sundays that fit your schedule to greet worshippers as they arrive? Please contact Mary Taggart (octobermom810@gmail.com) to serve at Wyatt and/or Bob Logan (blogan1516@gmail.com) to serve at RD Mize. Thank you!
Successful Lutherans for Life Diaper Drive
Thank you, Timothy, for once again generously supporting the annual Lutherans for Life Diaper Drive and to LWML Elizabeth Circle for organizing and delivering the diapers to Blue Springs Impact Ministries. This year, Elizabeth Circle chair Kaye Gray dropped off a total of 1,366 diapers; 2,196 wipes; and 53 pull-ups for Impact Ministries to distribute to the community. A tremendous blessing to many needing this help!
2021 First Fruits totals $117,040.92, as of June 27th. Thank you very much!
Adopt-a-Light Fundraiser Update Thank you, Timothy, for your generous support of this opportunity! As of June 27th, your response totals $2,725.00! This is an awesome start! An envelope will be available again in this Sunday’s bulletin, or you can donate on Timothy’s website. It is all very much appreciated!
Women of Hope is making plans for upcoming coffees and special events, but we need more women of all ages to help. If you would like to explore this opportunity (no commitments, really!), contact Diane Mayfield (dianem@timothylutheran.com) or Nancy Nowiszewski (nancyn@timothylutheran.com). It’s time we got back together!
Vacation Bible School is only 3 short weeks away (July 19-23 with kickoff on Sun., July 18, at RD Mize)! Are your children registered? Can you volunteer some time to help? Go to the www.timothylutheran.com NOW to sign up according to your availability and interest and to register your children. This year’s theme is Rocky Railway: Jesus’ Power Pulls Us Through. A few tags noting suggested donations remain on the trees in both lobbies; stop by soon to choose one(s) you can provide so that Timothy’s VBS can continue to be FREE to all children. Adopt-a-Student envelopes are also available on the VBS table. Thanks for your support!
21st Hillcrest Transitional Housing Annual Gala Have you contacted Nancy Nowiszewski (nancyn@timothylutheran.com) for tickets ($75 each) at Timothy’s tables yet? This year, the gala is Thurs., Aug. 19, from 6-9pm at Arrowhead Stadium. Checks (payable to Timothy) due by Aug. 5. Contact Nancy or Dan Sbisa (dan.sbisa@gmail.com) about donating a basket (minimum $50 value) for the silent & live auctions (due by Aug. 10). Thank you!
Food Donations for month of July will be delivered to BS Community Services League. As always, thanks for your ongoing support!
Children’s Ministry School Supplies gratefully accepted July 4 through Aug. 8; drop off in bins at both campuses. Special needs: glue sticks, washable markers, crayons, mini-staplers, staples, rubber bands, sanitizers, & 8 oz. bottled water. Thank you!
FaithRoots Classes for Pre-K through 5th grade students resume in-person on Sunday, Aug. 1, during the worship service at both campuses. Additional volunteers are always welcome and appreciated. Contact the church office to get connected!
Church & School Offices will be closed on Monday, July 5, in observance of Independence Day. There will be no eNotes emailed on Tuesday, July 6. Thank you!
Youth Ministry Shoe Drive July 11-Sept. 12; new or gently used shoes (no holes, rips, tears, excessive wear) may be dropped off in bins at both campuses; proceeds to benefit Timothy’s Youth Group trips in 2021-2022. Your support is greatly appreciated!
Community Shoe Drive July 18, 25, & Aug. 1, from 5-6:30pm at RD Mize; youth volunteers will collect bags of shoes from donors’ cars. Spread the word among your family, friends, & neighbors. Thank you!
Sunday Morning Adult Bible Study “Defending Your Christian Faith: Are You Ready, Willing, or Able?” 10:15-11:15am, Fireplace Room (302), RD Mize; led by Fritz Barlag.
Sunday Evening Senior High Youth Bible Study “The Chosen”; 5-6:30pm, Room 505, RD Mize.
Sunday Evening Middle School Youth Bible Study 5-6:30pm, Youth Room (506), RD Mize.
Monday Evening Women’s Bible Study I Want to Know You by Ann Arthur; 6:30-8pm, Room 111, RD Mize. NOTE: No meeting on July 5th.
Monday Evening Adult Bible Study (1st & 3rd Mondays) “The Prayers of Jesus”; 6:30-8pm, Fellowship Hall, RD Mize; led by Roxanne Kerwood. NOTE: Next class on Aug. 2.
Tuesday Morning Men’s Bible Study “Living by Faith”; 6:30-7:30am, Fireplace Room (302), RD Mize; led by Bob Downs.
Tuesday Morning Adult Bible Study “The Book of Acts”; 10-11am, Fellowship Hall, RD Mize; led by Pastor John.
Wednesday Evening Senior High Revolution Bible Study 6:30-8pm, Youth Room (506), RD Mize; led by Ryan Kuecker.
Wednesday Evening Discovery Class Learn or review foundation of the Christian faith from a Lutheran perspective; 6:30-8pm, Fireplace Room (302), RD Mize; led by Pastor Rod.
Thursday Evening Women’s Bible Study “The Women of Easter”; 6:30-8pm, offsite thru Aug; call church office for location; led by Miriam Lindemann & Becky Blatt.
Saturday Morning Women’s Bible Study (1st & 3rd Saturdays) for all moms (expecting thru any age children); 9-10am, Wyatt 4 G’s; led by Kaye Gray. NOTE: next session on Aug. 21.
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 at dianelmayfield@comcast.net, OtisT@TimothyLutheran.com or
Pastor Rod at RodL@TimothyLutheran.com.
Please keep your submission between 200-250 words.
I used to keep a mental highlight reel of my worst offenses. Although I confessed those sins to God and asked for His forgiveness, I couldn’t seem to forgive myself. Did I believe my sins were so enormous and unique that they were beyond His ability to forgive? In spite of the magnitude of God’s mercy and of the sins I know He’d forgiven, why did I act like He couldn’t handle mine? If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins and purify us from all unrighteousness. 1 John 1:9
We see divine forgiveness in the story of King David, who took what wasn’t his in Bathsheba and then orchestrated her husband’s death by sending him to the front of the fiercest battle. David did not recognize the scope of his sin until it was exposed to him by the prophet Nathan. David repented and then followed the Lord the rest of his days, serving and honoring Him. David’s story comforts me. We can dwell on our sins, but surely God prefers we take Jesus’s advice to “go, and sin no more” (John 8:11). God’s grace and capacity for forgiveness are beyond comprehension. When we give in to guilt and focus too much on our role as the villain in our own life story, we forget that God is the hero who has redeemed us.
Adam’s Army Blood Drive Follow-Up
Thank you, Timothy, for once again supporting the Adam’s Army Annual Blood Drive! A total of 43 usable pints (including four first-time donors—awesome!) was donated which was greatly appreciated by the Community Blood Center, as shared yesterday in an email message to Mary Reed and Nancy Nowiszewski: “I want to thank you for all your continued support by hosting a drive in memory of Adam. We are privileged to honor his life by receiving donations to save other lives in our community. We had an amazing turnout during these different times, and EVERY unit counts as we are in a deficit right now. It is dedicated blood drives like yours that have helped us get through this pandemic, so for that, we are forever grateful. Thank you, Dawn Eblen (Donor Recruitment Account Manager)
New Volunteer Work Day Opportunity
Drain pipes atop the Fellowship Hall at RD Mize will be removed to a new location THIS FRIDAY, July 2, starting at 7am, rain or shine, in preparation for roof replacement. Louie Wilbers and Don McGhee could use your help! Please bring ladders and cordless drills. Questions? Contact Louie Wilbers after 5pm at 816.988.6059 or Don McGhee at 816.810.4701 during church business hours (8:30am-4:30pm). Thank you!
Children’s Ministry Supplies
Even though it’s still summer, the days & weeks are flying by! Starting another school year is right around the corner, so it won’t be long before local stores advertise school supplies sales.
Timothy’s in-person FaithRoots and CrossWalk classes are gearing up to resume in early August, and Children’s Ministry staff and volunteers appreciate donations. While donations of all types of supplies are appreciated, the following are especially helpful: glue sticks, markers, crayons, mini-staplers, staples, rubber bands, sanitizers, and 8 oz. bottled water.
Starting this Sunday, July 4, and running through Sunday, Aug. 8, you can drop off donations in bins clearly marked Children’s Ministry Supplies at both campuses. It will all be very much appreciated! Thank you!
Shoes, Shoes, Shoes
Are you looking for a new home for some of your shoes? Timothy’s Youth Ministry has connected with a fundraiser organization to collect new or gently used (free of holes, rips, tears, & excessive wear) shoes of all sizes and shapes. Proceeds will benefit Timothy’s Youth Group trips for 2021-2022.
Collection period will be for 2 months (July 11-Sept. 12) in lobbies of both campuses. Stop by the tables at both campuses on July 11, 18, & 25 to learn more details, drop off shoes, and to volunteer (both students & adults) to help with a community drop-off opportunity at Timothy on July 18, 25, & Aug. 1 (see below). After July 25, you can drop off shoes in the bins at both campuses (no tables set up).
A Community Shoe Drive will occur on July 18, 25, & Aug. 1 from 5-6:30pm at RD Mize, so spread the word among your family, friends, neighbors, etc about this opportunity. Youth and youth leaders will collect bag of shoes from the donors’ cars. Your support is greatly appreciated!
If Not for Grace
The If Not for Grace ministry, one of Timothy’s tithe organizations, is expanding and looking to fill a new part-time position, Ministry Coordinator. Position description: “Coordinate day-to-day operations and the various ministry services & deadlines (Abortion Recovery Groups, Reconciliation Weekend, and Next Steps Studies & Events). Work with Executive Director to develop systems & processes for efficient operations. Collaborate with ministry leaders to recruit & train volunteers.” If you or someone you know may be interested in this position, please contact Nancy Nowiszewski (nancyn@timothylutheran.com) or Diane Mayfield (dianem@timothylutheran.com) for more information
Adopt-a-Light Fundraiser Update Thank you, Timothy, for your support! Look for a financial goal update in Friday’s eNotes. As a reminder, there will be envelopes for this opportunity in the bulletin on Sunday, and you can donate on Timothy’s website as well. Your donations are very much appreciated!
Children & Youth Ministry Skate Party TOMORROW, June 30, 5-7pm, Rink Ratz; $5/skater includes skate rental, open skate & fountain drink. Children 5th grade & younger should be accompanies by parent/guardian. Adult volunteers/leaders will attend; snacks provided. Contact Sarah Hinkle (shinkle80@hotmail.com) with questions.
Church & School Offices will be closed Monday, July 5, in observance of Independence Day. There will be no eNotes emailed on Tuesday, July 6. Thank you!
Women of Hope Leadership Team Timothy’s WOH Leadership Team is eager to bring additional women on board to plan activities for this women’s ministry group. Any time available (once a quarter, once annually, more often, less often) is gratefully appreciated. Contact Nancy Nowiszewski (nancyn@timothylutheran.com) or Diane Mayfield (dianem@timothylutheran.com) with questions. Thank you!
FaithRoots classes will resume in-person learning on Sunday, Aug. 1, during the worship service at both campuses.
Food Donations for the month of July will be delivered to BS Community Services League. Thanks for your ongoing support!
Vacation Bible School July 19-23 (9am-noon) with kickoff on July 18, RD Mize; Theme: Rocky Railway: Jesus’ Power Pulls Us Through; register NOW (volunteers & Pre-K thru 5th grade) on church website. Stop by lobbies to choose items you wish to donate to ensure FREE attendance for all children. Thank you!
21st Hillcrest Transitional Housing Annual Gala Thurs., Aug. 19, 6-9pm, Arrowhead Stadium. Contact Nancy Nowiszewski (nancyn@timothylutheran.com) to purchase tickets ($75 each) to site with Team Timothy. Checks payable to Timothy & left at church office by Aug. 5. Contact Nancy or Dan Sbisa (dan.sbisa@gmail.com) about donating a basket (minimum $50 value) for the silent & live auctions (due by Aug. 10). Thank you!
Sunday Morning Adult Bible Study “Defending Your Christian Faith: Are you Ready, Willing, or Able?” 10:15-11:15am, Fireplace Room (302); led by Fritz Barlag.
Sunday Evening Senior High Youth Bible Study “The Chosen”; 5-6:30pm, Room 505, RD Mize.
Sunday Evening Middle School Youth Bible Study 5-6:30pm, Youth Room (506), RD Mize.
Monday Evening Women’s Bible Study I Want to Know You by Ann Arthur; 6:30-8pm, Room 111, RD Mize.
Monday Evening Adult Bible Study (1st & 3rd Mondays) “The Prayers of Jesus”; 6:30-8pm, Fellowship Hall, RD Mize; led by Roxanne Kerwood. NOTE: Next class on Aug. 2.
Tuesday Morning Men’s Bible Study “Living by Faith”; 6:30-7:30am, Fireplace Room (302), RD Mize; led by Bob Downs.
Tuesday Morning Adult Bible Study “The Book of Acts”; 10-11am, Fellowship Hall, RD Mize; led by Pastor John.
Wednesday Evening Senior High Revolution Bible Study 6:30-8pm, Youth Room (506), RD Mize; led by Ryan Kuecker.
Wednesday Evening Discovery Class Learn or review foundation of the Christian faith from a Lutheran perspective; 6:30-8pm, Fireplace Room (302), RD Mize; led by Pastor Rod.
Thursday Evening Women’s Bible Study “The Women of Easter”; 6:30-8pm, offsite thru Aug; call church office for location; led by Miriam Lindemann & Becky Blatt.
Saturday Morning Women’s Bible Study (1st & 3rd Saturdays) for all moms (expecting thru any age children); 9-10am, Wyatt 4 G’s; led by Kaye Gray. NOTE: next session on Aug. 21.
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 at dianelmayfield@comcast.net, OtisT@TimothyLutheran.com or
Pastor Rod at RodL@TimothyLutheran.com.
Please keep your submission between 200-250 words.
CREATIVE TENSION: When we speak of transforming lives, it’s important to remember where the power to do that comes from. It’s not from ourselves. It’s not from our good intentions. It’s not something that we generate on our own. Instead, this transformation of lives comes from and through Christ. He is the one who does the work through our efforts. And so we dedicate ourselves, both as individuals and as a congregation, to His wisdom and guidance, trusting that He will guide us to decisions that are pleasing to Him.
Join us for our final online FaithRoots this week. We begin in-person FaithRoots on Sunday mornings starting in August! See you there.
Ordination Service This Sunday
Don’t forget to join your Timothy family in witnessing and celebrating Jake Bellinghausen’s ordination this Sunday at 6pm in the sanctuary. We look forward to a powerful service of inspiring music by Timothy’s music ministry, Pastor Lieb’s heartfelt message, Pastor John’s ordination ceremony, and blessings offered by visiting pastors. A reception will follow in the Fellowship Hall for Timothy to congratulate Jake and his family.
Paycheck Protection Program Update
We praise God for wonderful news from Commerce Bank about Timothy’s status with loan forgiveness from the Small Business Administration (SBA) for our PPP loan! On Tuesday, June 22, we learned that this loan is totally and fully forgiven!
As reported in April 2020, Timothy applied for the PPP loan in the amount of $272,400 to assist with payroll checks for eight weeks to furloughed employees, mortgage interest, and utility costs at the outset of the pandemic. Through the hard work of Treasurer Gary Flandermeyer, Financial Services Chris Krenz, and Trevor Westcott at Commerce Bank, Timothy’s loan was properly completed by the deadline, approved by Commerce Bank, and then sent to SBA for approval.
This financial assistance was greatly appreciated as the church began transitioning and adjusting to the effects of the pandemic. Praise God from whom all blessings flow!
Adopt-a-Light
Thank you, Timothy, for early donations to improve lighting in RD Mize rooms! The new LED kits will be installed soon in the areas most occupied with VBS activities next month. Donations of $75 per kit are greatly appreciated! Facilities Manager Don McGhee researched costs to purchase & install the “old system” ballasts & lamps and costs to purchase & install “new system” LED lights, learning that the figures are almost a “wash” which doesn’t include energy efficiency & cost savings in the future.
Worshippers will receive a special envelope for this fundraiser with the bulletin this Sunday, and donations can also be accepted on Timothy’s website (www.timothylutheran.com). Go to Timothy’s home page and click on the Adopt-a-Light image. Thank you very much!
Next Generation Updates
Timothy’s leadership, after meeting with Lutheran Church Extension Fund (LCEF) representatives on June 14, agreed to extend our current relationship with LCEF in a new capital campaign. Leadership will begin planning with LCEF to propel God’s Kingdom forward in our midst.
The Construction Task Force, chaired by Gary Flandermeyer, prepared final Request for Proposal (RFP) documents which were emailed this Wed., June 23, to four interested architectural firms for master plan services. An opportunity for the architect reps to review scope of work, observe site conditions, and ask questions will be available at 10am next Wed., June 30. Bids are due by 5pm on July 9, 2021. You can access the Request for Proposal on Timothy’s website on the Next Generation page. Leadership will keep you updated as the process moves along. Please keep the Next Generation process in your prayers as we seek God’s will to extend Timothy’s ministries.
Important Update: RD Mize Playground Work Daywill be rescheduled. It WILL NOT occur tomorrow due to muddy conditions after recent rains.
2021 First Fruits totals $116,880.92, as of June 20th. Thank you!
16th Annual Adam’s Army Blood Drive is THIS SUNDAY, June 27, from 9am-3pm in the Family Life Center at RD Mize. To register, go to www.savealifenow.org; group code is CB3C. You may also register at Timothy’s home page (www.timothylutheran.com). If you can’t pre-register but find you are able to donate on Sunday, just walk in to the blood drive. Contact Nancy Nowiszewski (nancyn@timothylutheran.com) with questions.
Ordination Service for Jake Bellinghausen is THIS SUNDAY, June 27, at 6pm at RD Mize. A reception will follow in the Fellowship Hall. Suggested congratulatory gestures include Visa gift cards for Jake to use as he relocates to Vestal, NY! Thank you!
FaithRoots classes will resume at both campuses starting Sunday, Aug. 1. The video will air during the worship service for the final time this Sunday, June 27. Watch for opportunities to donate necessary supplies for FaithRoots and CrossWalk classes moving forward this fall!
Food Donations for month of June will be delivered to Jesu el Buen in KC. Special requests include sugar, cooking oil, oatmeal, cereal, and laundry soap. Donations in July will be earmarked for Community Services League. Thanks for your ongoing support!
Children & Youth Ministry Skate Party Wed., June 30, 5-7pm, Rink Ratz; $5/skater includes skate rental, open skate & fountain drink. Children 5th grade & younger should be accompanied by parent/guardian. Adult volunteers/leaders will attend; snacks will be provided. This is a private party just for Timothy kids & their friends. Contact Sarah Hinkle (shinkle80@hotmail.com) with questions.
Vacation Bible School July 19-23 with kickoff on Sun., July 18, RD Mize. Theme: Rocky Railway: Jesus’ Power Pulls Us Through; register NOW (volunteers & Pre-K through 5th grade) on church website. Stop by lobbies to choose items you wish to donate to ensure FREE attendance for all children. Thank you!
21st Hillcrest Transitional Housing Annual Gala Thurs., Aug. 19, 6-9pm, Arrowhead Stadium. Contact Nancy Nowiszewski (nancyn@timothylutheran.com) to purchase tickets ($75 each) to sit with Team Timothy. Checks payable to Timothy and left at church office by Aug. 5. Contact Nancy or Dan Sbisa (dan.sbisa@gmail.com) about donating a basket ($50 minimum value) for the silent & live auctions (due by Aug. 10).
Sunday Morning Adult Bible Study “Defending Your Christian Faith: Are You Ready, Willing, or Able?” 10:15-11:15am, Fireplace Room (506), RD Mize; led by Fritz Barlag.
Sunday Evening Senior High Youth Bible Study “The Chosen”; 5-6:30pm, Room 505, RD Mize.
Sunday Evening Middle School Youth Bible Study 5-6:30pm, Youth Room (506), RD Mize.
Monday Evening Women’s Bible Study Lord, I want to Know You; 6:30-8pm, Room 111, RD Mize.
Monday Evening Adult Bible Study (1st & 3rd Mondays) “The Prayers of Jesus”; 6:30-8pm, Fellowship Hall, RD Mize; led by Roxanne Kerwood. NOTE: Not meeting in July; next class on Aug. 2.
Tuesday Morning Men’s Bible Study “Living by Faith”; 6:30-7:30am, Fireplace Room (302), RD Mize; led by Bob Downs.
Tuesday Morning Adult Bible Study “The Book of Acts”; 10-11am, Fellowship Hall, RD Mize; led by Pastor John.
Wednesday Evening Senior High Revolution Bible Study 6:30-8pm, Youth Room (506), RD Mize; led by Ryan Kuecker
Wednesday Evening Discovery Class Learn or review the foundation of the Christian faith from a Lutheran perspective; 6:30-8pm, Fireplace Room (302), RD Mize; led by Pastor Rod.
Thursday Evening Women’s Bible Study “The Women of Easter”; 6:30-8pm; offsite through August; call church office for location; led by Miriam Lindemann & Becky Blatt Saturday Morning Bible Study (1st & 3rd Saturdays) for all moms (expecting through any age children); 9-10am, Wyatt 4’s; led by Kaye Gray.
“To Our Timothy Family: Thank you so much for supporting the Adam’s Army Blood Drive again this year. It means a great deal to all of us to be able to honor Adam’s memory in a way that also helps others. We appreciate all you do to keep the drive going! This year we collected 43 pints, which is especially important because of the current blood shortage in the KC area. This will undoubtedly be a blessing to others! With much love, Jeff and Mary Reed & family.” 
The Sunday Morning Greeter Ministry is ready to officially resume! Is this an area in which you could serve? Could your entire family be available on Sundays that fit your schedule to greet worshippers as they arrive? Please contact Mary Taggart (
Thank you, Timothy, for once again generously supporting the annual Lutherans for Life Diaper Drive and to LWML Elizabeth Circle for organizing and delivering the diapers to Blue Springs Impact Ministries. This year, Elizabeth Circle chair Kaye Gray dropped off a total of 1,366 diapers; 2,196 wipes; and 53 pull-ups for Impact Ministries to distribute to the community. A tremendous blessing to many needing this help!
If you have an article or celebration you would like to share with the members of Timothy, please submit it to
I used to keep a mental highlight reel of my worst offenses. Although I confessed those sins to God and asked for His forgiveness, I couldn’t seem to forgive myself. Did I believe my sins were so enormous and unique that they were beyond His ability to forgive? In spite of the magnitude of God’s mercy and of the sins I know He’d forgiven, why did I act like He couldn’t handle mine? If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins and purify us from all unrighteousness. 1 John 1:9
Thank you, Timothy, for once again supporting the Adam’s Army Annual Blood Drive! A total of 43 usable pints (including four first-time donors—awesome!) was donated which was greatly appreciated by the Community Blood Center, as shared yesterday in an email message to Mary Reed and Nancy Nowiszewski: “I want to thank you for all your continued support by hosting a drive in memory of Adam. We are privileged to honor his life by receiving donations to save other lives in our community. We had an amazing turnout during these different times, and EVERY unit counts as we are in a deficit right now. It is dedicated blood drives like yours that have helped us get through this pandemic, so for that, we are forever grateful. Thank you, Dawn Eblen (Donor Recruitment Account Manager)
New Volunteer Work Day Opportunity
Even though it’s still summer, the days & weeks are flying by! Starting another school year is right around the corner, so it won’t be long before local stores advertise school supplies sales.
Are you looking for a new home for some of your shoes? Timothy’s Youth Ministry has connected with a fundraiser organization to collect new or gently used (free of holes, rips, tears, & excessive wear) shoes of all sizes and shapes. Proceeds will benefit Timothy’s Youth Group trips for 2021-2022.
The If Not for Grace ministry, one of Timothy’s tithe organizations, is expanding and looking to fill a new part-time position, Ministry Coordinator. Position description: “Coordinate day-to-day operations and the various ministry services & deadlines (Abortion Recovery Groups, Reconciliation Weekend, and Next Steps Studies & Events). Work with Executive Director to develop systems & processes for efficient operations. Collaborate with ministry leaders to recruit & train volunteers.” If you or someone you know may be interested in this position, please contact Nancy Nowiszewski (
We praise God for wonderful news from Commerce Bank about Timothy’s status with loan forgiveness from the Small Business Administration (SBA) for our PPP loan! On Tuesday, June 22, we learned that this loan is totally and fully forgiven!
Timothy’s leadership, after meeting with Lutheran Church Extension Fund (LCEF) representatives on June 14, agreed to extend our current relationship with LCEF in a new capital campaign. Leadership will begin planning with LCEF to propel God’s Kingdom forward in our midst.