JOIN US FOR WORSHIP

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
“Mad Prayers”

Our idea of prayer is often bound in a calm approach to our gracious God.  But sometimes the emotions are running high.  If we search the Psalms, we find prayers that are not only intense but emotion-filled.  Today we look at some shocking words that flow from the mouth of David in prayer as we wrestle with the question, “What are we supposed to do with these hostile-feeling prayers?”

Recall God’s Faithfulness

Will You Remember the Gift or the Giver?  
It was Valentine’s Day this week. I am a horrible gift giver to my husband, but he continues to be my knight in shining armor. I hope he doesn’t hold my gifts against me but instead looks at the giver.
God knows that human hearts can easily become so focused on the gifts that we forget the Giver. “When the Lord your God brings you into the land he swore to your ancestors Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob that he would give you — a land with large and beautiful cities that you did not build, houses full of every good thing that you did not fill them with, cisterns that you did not dig, and vineyards and olive groves that you did not plant — and when you eat and are satisfied, be careful not to forget the Lord who brought you out of the land of Egypt, out of the place of slavery.” Deuteronomy 610-12.” 

The Israelites would enjoy occupying safe cities and beautiful homes, having access to water and a variety of delicious foods. These blessings would be an intense contrast to their forty years of living in tents in the wilderness. But be careful, God said. Don’t forget Me. I’m the One who made your freedom and flourishing possible. The One you still need — in times of plenty and in times of want.

We, too, need to accept God’s gentle warning today. Take time today to remember what God has done in your life. Thank Him. And recommit to living dependent on Him.

“2023 LENT”

Ash Wednesday Feb. 22; two services with Holy Communion  and Imposition of Ashes
4pm & 6:30pm at RD Mize

The Lenten starts next Wednesday. Make plans to take care of your dinner plans on some of the Wednesdays during Lent. You’ll not only enjoy home-cooked meals but also the fellowship with your Timothy family. Come to the Family Life Center between 5 & 7pm each evening (Lenten worship service starts at 5:30pm). Free-will donations are gladly accepted. The ministry groups greatly appreciate your support.

  • Ash Wednesday, Feb. 22:  LWML Ham Dinner (proceeds benefit mites (10%) and Church Worker Professional Development (90%).
  • Wednesday, March 1 (Lasagna):  2023 Summer Youth Mission Trip (proceeds support mission trip in June).
  • Wednesday, March 8 (Pizza): School Ministry (proceeds benefit TLS Scholarship Fund).
  • Wednesday, March 22 (Sloppy Joe’s):  Festival Committee (Proceeds benefit RD Mize elevator repair).

Contact Diane Mayfield (dianem@timothylutheran.com) to reserve one of the open dates for Lenten Dinners.
Joining Jesus on His Mission

Have you ever seen a life changed? And I don’t mean like in small, little ways. I’m talking about 180 degrees, darkness-to-light kind of changed? That’s exactly what Jesus does every single day. It’s this amazing, incredible, eternal life-changing thing. And guess what? He is inviting and calling YOU to be a part of this eternally life-changing work. And that doesn’t require a theological degree or traveling around the world. He’s calling you (us) into your own community in very simple ways.

Join us on April 29th from 9am-noon as we begin learning what it looks like to Join Jesus on His Mission and make an eternal difference. More details soon.

Contact Pastor Ryan (ryanh@timothylutheran.com) with questions.
Adopt a Missionary 

Our senior high families are heading to Tulsa this summer to be the hands and feet of Jesus in and throughout the community.  It’s going to be an amazing opportunity to grow in faith, community, and learn more of what it means to Join Jesus on His Mission.  BUT WE NEED YOUR HELP.  We are trying to raise about $7,500 to cover the full costs of the trip.  If you are willing, grab an “Adopt a Missionary” envelope in the Narthex with a $ dollar amount on it.  Then place cash or a check in the envelope with that amount of $ or more with a note saying “YOUTH MISSION TRIP.”  Want to know more…

Your donation will help fund lodging (staying at a local church on the floor but they provide pads and showers etc. for us), travel (gas, rental car if needed), meals, small emergency fund, extra mission projects, one local outing, and to support our onsite coordinator in Tulsa.

Our Timothy Lutheran Youth Family Church team will be serving through a mission organization called Praying Pelicans.  Our partnership with Praying Pelicans allows us to support a long term relationship through sustainable ministry within these communities we will be going to.  The mission trip will allow us to serve alongside a local church in Tulsa that is deeply involved in their community and seeking to address real needs.  Our Timothy team will be the hands, feet, and heart on behalf of the church to the community. Our teams desire is to work with youth in various capacities such as sports camps, VBS programs, youth ministries, or other needs that are unfolding in the community we will be in.  These opportunities will allow the local churches to continue to connect with new families and share the love of Christ with them.  We are currently working with Praying Pelicans and the local church we will be teamed up with to figure out all the details in the coming months.
Next Generation Update

1. Will the north site worshipers be assured that, if and when all worship is at south sit only, there will be a service offered that will be the same as currently presented—in style, music, robed clergy, etc.?
Response:  Absolutely, the intention is to offer a service as close to the RD Mize worship experience as possible, including style, hymns & songs, robed clergy, etc. It will certainly require some adjustments, and people may need to adapt to some things not quite “matching” with RD Mize, but we would work to make it as close as possible. Wyatt worshipers may also need to adapt to some things not quite “matching” the current format as well. Logistics such as worship times, transition times between services, and possibly offering service on different day are examples of those adjustments.

2. If and when the north site is sold, will items from the north site be removed and used at south site, such as altar, suspended cross, candles, banners, baptismal font, lectern, pulpit?
Response:  Yes, these items can be moved to Wyatt for use at all services with specific logistics, such as placement, incorporation with current Wyatt structures, and storage as needed.

3. If the north site is sold before any construction takes place at south site, how will all the ministry activities at north be met, such as location for funerals, daytime Bible study groups, evening events that might conflict with evening school events, etc.?
Response:  This is a great question and one of the most challenging. It will take cooperation and Christian understanding from everyone to move forward in ministries to build God’s kingdom for all generations. It undoubtedly will look different, in some cases much different. Some activities like Bible Studies and Small Group Meetings are great opportunities to meet offsite, providing a more loving and caring environment for its members. Other offsite resolutions for larger groups may require partnering with other local churches or venues. Some ministries can use the larger classrooms in the evenings. If extra space is needed as soon as within the next year, one-half of the second trailer will be available for meeting/event space and/or storage until it is needed as a classroom. On-site funerals can be held in the auditorium with the style and setting presently provided at RD Mize or Wyatt. Continuation of funeral luncheons, as we now know them, will be challenging, requiring significant creative thinking, but not impossible to overcome.

4. Since mobile classrooms are meeting the needs of the school ministry for 5 years (?) or more, wouldn’t it make sense to build a sanctuary as the next step of moving all ministries to the south campus?
Response:  In the original Readiness Committee work, leadership prepared future expansion plans to include a small, 100-seat chapel as the highest priority in the first phase of construction. However, based on the results of the 2020 congregational survey which showed high priority for overall children, youth, and school ministry, plan for the chapel were placed in the second phase and would also include a kitchen, dining room/worship space for approximately 150 people, office space, youth rooms, conference rooms, and hallways. The first phase then became additional classrooms for church and school use. A large sanctuary to seat 600+ people is currently in phase three. At this time, we understand the City of Blue Springs allows 5 years for use of mobile classrooms but may be flexible if permanent classrooms are under construction or soon will be.  The 2020 congregational survey may be found on Timothy’s website (click on Church, then Next Generation) or by clicking on this link: Next Gen Survey.

Attendance Feb 12th RD Mize 229, Wyatt Rd 160

Weekly General Contributions: Actual $17,786.12 vs Budgeted $28,868 Thank you!

First Fruits Weekly Contributions:  Actual $220.00 vs Budgeted $2,075 Thank you!

Middle School Youth; Let’s GLOW crazy, y’all!  Tomorrow, February 18, 5-8pm, RD Mize.  RSVP Pastor Ryan ryanh@timothylutheran.com or
Clancy Heisel  clancyh@timothylutheran.com.

“Back to the 80’s” Saturday, February 25, 2023!  Visit www.timothylutheranschool.com for more information or to purchase tickets. Check out the Tri-Fold poster in each lobby to choose donations for the silent auction.

Wednesday evening education classes will not meet on Ash Wednesday, Feb 22nd.

The LWML Bites for Mites. Thank you, Timothy, for supporting the LWML Bites for Mites ministry last Sunday, totaling $758.00, all of which will be sent directly to missions to transform lives through Christ. Thank you, LWML, for organizing this special ministry.

CARD CLUB Meets second Fridays, 7 pm, RD Mize Fellowship Hall, to play 10-pt Pitch. . Please bring a snack to share and a drink. For more information, please contact Art MacLean (660-641-1974).

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY: Timothy needs volunteers to serve on its new Safety and Security Team. Contact Don McGhee (donm@timothylutheran.com) or Diane Mayfield (dianem@timothylutheran.com) with questions.

Early Communion Class
Timothy once again offers Early Communion Class to 5th through 8th grade students who
have not already been instructed about this sacrament. This class serves as a prerequisite
for Confirmation. One parent, guardian, or other adult must attend with the student.
This year, Early Communion Classes will be held on Wednesdays in March (1, 8, 15, 22, & 29) from 6:30-approx. 8pm. Call the church office to enroll. Contact Pastor Ryan (ryanh@timothylutheran.com) with questions.

Food Donations February food donations will be delivered to Jesu El Buen-Pastor in downtown Kansas City.   All non-perishable food donations are welcome.

Thrivent Choice Dollars If you own an account with Thrivent Financial for Lutherans, it is now time to direct 2022 Choice Dollars to your favorite organization, if you have not already done so. Please consider directing these dollars to support Timothy Church or Timothy Lutheran School. Deadline for designating 2022 Choice Dollars is March 31, 2023.

GriefShare starts Thursday, March 2, 2023, 6:30 – 8pm,  RD Mize.

DivorceCare Mondays, 6:30 – 8pm,  RD Mize.

Sunday Morning Adult Bible Study “The Book of Acts—Birth of Christianity”, 10:15-11:15am, Fireplace Room (302), RD Mize; led by Fritz Barlag & Dale Russell

Monday Evening Adult Bible Study (1st & 3rd 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 ladies

Tuesday Morning Men’s Bible Study “The Book of Acts”; 6:30-7:30am, Fireplace Room, 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; 6:30-8pm, Room 109, RD Mize; led by Miriam Lindemann & Becky Blatt

Saturday Morning Moms Bible Study (1st & 3rd Saturdays) 9-10am, Wyatt 4 G’s; led by Kaye Gray
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,
DougF@TimothyLutheran.com or
Please keep your submission between 200-250 words.