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Sunday 8 & 9:15 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)

Change Doesn’t Mean It’s Not Good Enough:  A Devotion

I’m curled up in my chair, laptop in front of me, thoughts swirling in my mind. Just because something changes doesn’t mean what we did prior wasn’t good enough.

That might seem obvious, but to me, it feels revolutionary. In my life at Timothy, things keep changing and sometimes that feel uncomfortable. I find myself in a place I am uncertain what to do or how to serve.

Isaiah 43:1-9: See, I am doing a new thing! Now it springs up; do you not perceive it? I am making a way in the wilderness and streams in the wasteland.

eNotes came into existence during the early months of the pandemic, when we felt uncomfortable, unsure of what to do or how to worship. We felt disconnected. We needed a way to get the word out, to share information with our estranged Timothy family. eNotes was good to reach inside our family. But Timothy is back, and we need more connection, more opportunities to share the love of Jesus as a team that reaches out to the community God has placed us in.

Timothy Connects is our new platform. We want this to be a place to not only share what is going on inside our Church but also a place to motivate us to connect with other members and bring the people in our lives into a life filled with grace.

As a Church, we need to continue getting better at what we do, growing into the people God created us to be. This means change and trying new things. Timothy Connects is just a first step to get You and others involved in sharing God’s message of grace. That can transform the world, one life at a time.

Don’t Worry, Have No Fear

As We Gather for Worship This Weekend:  There’s a natural inclination in human beings to worry. We get ourselves all twisted up in knots because of things we’re experiencing and even hypothetical situations that might not come to pass. But worry is really a form of control. We try to control what is happening around us and we expend a lot of energy in ways that don’t help and actually make us sick. But faith points us to one who can help us to let go of our worry and turn it over to Him.

Retirement Luncheon Update

Have you replied yet to attend the retirement luncheon for Care Minister Nancy Nowiszewski on Sun., Aug. 21, at noon in the Family Life Center at RD Mize? In addition to doing so on the church website, you can click on the link and/or QR code below. Meat, drinks, and table service will be provided. Please bring a side dish and/or dessert to enjoy.

Click to Attend:   https://timothylutheran.shelbynextchms.com/external/form/0072b6cf-b96f-4169-928f-9dce2a00473b

Click to leave a Congratulations message:
https://timothylutheran.shelbynextchms.com/external/form/5dfa7813-3e66-4604-95cf-f6d3beab752d

or Scan the QR code

Please note that memories and/or best wishes for Nancy may also be left on the website or here as well.

VBS Reunion/Pastor Splash
Friday, Aug. 12^th, 5-7pm  RD Mize Campus

Reconnect with friends, sing VBS songs, create crafts, enjoy the Las Munekitas food truck, AND come prepared to get wet in our epic Pastor Splash! Bring your own water blaster because no one will loan you theirs! (An extra set of clothes may be wise!) We look forward to the memorable water battle between the students and pastors!

The entire congregation is invited to participate and/or watch the fun, so mark your calendars for this special fun! Contact Pastor Ryan (ryanh@timothylutheran.com) with questions.

                           

Senior High 2023 Mission Trip

The National Youth Gathering is an amazing trip, but now it is time for our senior high kids to pursue God’s calling for them to “GO” and love the least, lost, and lonely. That’s right—we will take our youth on a national mission trip next summer!

Senior high youth (8^th grade through seniors) and parents are invited to attend an informational meeting on Sun., Aug. 28, following the Wyatt worship service in the Music Room to discuss first steps in planning this trip. If you cannot attend but are interested, please contact Pastor Ryan (ryanh@timothylutheran.com) before Aug. 28^th. Let’s see how God will stretch us! Thank you!

News from LCMS Missionary Carol Halter Serving in Hong Kong

Timothy received an emailed letter from Carol this week. Below are excerpts from her letter:
“Dear Members of Timothy Lutheran Church,
How very much I do appreciate all your regular, generous support! Thank you for always remembering me and supporting me. This means so much since, as missionaries, we need to find all our own support. Your caring means a lot.

Today I’d like to share about the incredible witness of a Chinese lady who lived in Hong Kong before going home to the Lord. In the days of Chairman Mae Tse-tung, she regularly tore a page from her Bible and sent it to him in China. Even though he may not have received these pages from the Bible, someone who had to read his mail did. God’s Word will not return to Him void, but it will accomplish that for which it was sent.

To witness to her relatives in Taiwan, this Chinese lady hand-copied parts of Luther’s Small Catechism and sent countless copies to them over time. When she was older and hospitalized, she was glad for the opportunity to witness to so many people. She considered the entire hospital ward her “congregation.” What a beautiful example of how she shared the Lord Jesus with others! May we be like her in her enthusiasm for the Lord.

With love in Christ,
Carol”

Consider Support Through Go Fund Me Opportunity

As some of you know, former Timothy pastor Rich Steensma’s daughter Emily and her husband Chris Freeman welcomed a sweet baby girl, Ellie, into the world on July 15. through an unplanned, but overall successful C-section procedure, due to Emily’s unexplained pain and discomfort.

Ellie spent a week in NICU but is home now, happy and healthy. Emily continued to experience extreme pain and discomfort while recovering in the postpartum unit. As symptoms worsened, she was rushed into emergency surgery on July 18, discovering a necrotic and strangulated bowel. Emily then endured three additional surgeries in the following days, spending 12 days in ICU until stable enough to transition to a regular floor on Sat., July 30. She will remain hospitalized for another week or two to monitor her wound management and regain strength to return home.

The Freemans have a lengthy recovery road ahead, including home health, home therapy, and TPN maintenance. All this to say that they could truly use our help. Countless people have reached out to ask what they can do. In addition to prayers, the Freemans would greatly appreciate financial support to help with medical expenses and caring for a newborn as Emily recovers from this life-altering event. Below is a link to an established Go Fund Me account for this purpose. Thank you so much in advance! What a mighty God we serve!
Link:  https://gofun.me/ce16830e

Please Help Fund the Freeman Family, organized by Sarah Dickhut Hi everyone! As most of you know, Emily and Chris welcomed their sweet baby girl, El… Sarah Dickhut needs your support for Please Help Fund the Freeman Family gofund.me

Tomorrow’s Teachers & Preachers

Again this year, the Missouri District continues the Tomorrow’s Teachers and Preachers campaign to promote church- work vocations and bolster scholarship endowment. The goal of this campaign is to take steps to slow and perhaps reverse the trend of a shortage of professional church workers within the Lutheran Church–Missouri Synod.

The District has selected Sunday, August 28^th to highlight the opportunity to support this program. Timothy will support this effort by sending $1,000 from its Church Worker tithe account. If individual members/families in the congregation wish to participate on their own, please send directly to: Missouri District, LCMS, 660 Mason Ridge Center Dr., Suite 100, St. Louis, MO 63141-8557.

May God use these gifts to His glory! Please keep current and future church workers in your prayers and thank God for the many ways He is and will use these leaders to care for His flock.

2022 First Fruits contributions total $92,605.59, as of Aug. 31. Thank you!
Raise the Roof contributions total $24,350.00, as of Aug. 31. Thank you!
Financial Update Last Sunday’s bulletin contained a financial update. A Step-Up in Giving comparison for Jan.-June 2021 and Jan.-June 2022 was a second handout at the Information Centers. Extra copies of both documents can be found at the Information Center at each campus. Thank you!

August Food Donations will be delivered to Jesu el Buen Pastor in Kansas City for their food pantry.  All groceries are appreciated, especially pasta, rice, and dried beans. Thank you, generous Timothy family, for continuing to donate for the needy during the rising cost of all groceries. For our newer Timothy members, food can be placed in the grocery carts in the lobby at each campus. Thank you!

Family Skate Party TOMORROW, Sat., Aug. 6, 11am-1pm, Rink Ratz, BS. Contact Pastor Ryan (ryanh@timothylutheran.com) with questions. See you there! Bring friends!

Community Services League Back-to-School Supplies may be dropped off in the tubs at either campus through THIS SUNDAY, August 7^th.  Thank you very much for your support!

Ladies, Save the Date! Sat. AM, Aug. 27, rescheduled LWML event. Karen Averitt, author of I Don’t Want to Have the Prayer: A Messy Pastor’s Kid Does Her Memory Work. More details soon.

Discovery Class Next class starts Wed., Sept. 7, 6:30-7:30pm, Room 302 (Fireplace Room), RD Mize. Go to www.timothylutheran.com/Discovery-Class to register. Contact Pastor Rod (rodl@timothylutheran.com with questions.

Backpack Blessing Sun., Aug. 14, all services. School is almost here, so bring your backpack to receive a special blessing for the upcoming school year. This is for all students of any age.

TLS Book Buddies Literacy Program Contact Mary Beth Self (marybeths@timothylutheran.com) if interested in being a part of this new, exciting program. You can also contact the church office (815.228.5300) to get connected.

Wyatt Worship Team Sign-Ups Attention all vocalists, musicians, and sound techs who love worshiping Jesus through music! Come to an informational meeting on Sun., Aug. 28, 11:30am, after the 10am service at the Wyatt Campus. Apps available at www.timothylutheran.com/worshipteam  or contact Pastor Rod at rodl@timothylutheran.com.

Prayer Chain If you would like to receive prayers through Timothy’s Prayer Chain and are not already in our group or have not been receiving prayers, please contact Prayer Chain Leader Pat Wenger (pat.wenger@yahoo.com) and ask to be included. Thank you!

Prayer Chain Leader Timothy is seeking a new leader for this ministry and thanks Pat Wenger for her dedicated service. Basic typing skills & ability to use email are required. If interested in finding out more, contact Nancy Nowiszewski (nancyn@timothylutheran.com). Thank you!

Annual Hillcrest Gala & Auction Wed., Aug. 31, 6pm, Arrowhead Stadium North Club. Reserve your spot NOW for just $75 per ticket, if purchased through Timothy. Contact Nancy Nowiszewski (nancyn@timothylutheran.com).

Job Opportunity Nursery Coordinator, part-time, 3-4 hrs. weekly, position description on church website (under Church tab); contact Diane Mayfield (dianem@timothylutheran.com) with questions and/or to apply.

GriefShare starts again on Sept. 15^th.

DivorceCare starts again on Sept. 12^th.

Timmy Burger Time Again! Mark your calendars! Sept. 16-18, Downtown BS. Sign up for your favorite shift(s) soon. Sign-ups start next weekend! More info soon.

Sunday Morning Adult Bible Study “The Lord’s Prayer”; 10:15-11:15am, Fireplace Room (302), RD Mize; 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 “Faith & Fire Elijah”; 6:30-8pm, Room 111, RD Mize; led by various ladies

Tuesday Morning Men’s Bible Study “The Book of John”; 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) Book study; meets offsite during summer; 6:30-8pm, led by Miriam Lindemann & Becky Blatt; contact Becky (ebblatt99@yahoo.com) for current book and class location

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