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
“Three Triples“

Genesis 3 is a foundational text for understanding why our world is the way it is and why we are the way we are. By examining the Three Triples of Genesis 3, we come to not only understand human sin better, but what God is all about when it comes to fixing the problem.

Giving Your Not-Enough

To live and make a difference, we have to exchange the way we see our not-enough for the way God sees I can’t help but think about the boy who gave his small lunch. You know the story: A huge crowd — five thousand men, plus all the women and children, all hungry. The disciple Andrew points out, “Here is a boy with five small barley loaves and two small fish, but how far will they go among so many?” (John 6:9).  In essence he’s saying, look at what we have — it’s something, but it’s not enough. Have you ever done this? You’re aware of a huge problem, you want to do something to help, but what you can do falls short.

“Jesus then took the loaves, gave thanks, and distributed to those who were seated as much as they wanted. He did the same with the fish. When they all had enough to eat, he said to his disciples, ‘Gather the pieces that are left over. Let nothing be wasted.’ So they gathered them and filled twelve baskets with the pieces of the five barley loaves left over by those who had eaten.” John 6:10-13

This miracle of multiplication happened by God’s power! Only He could take a total lack and turn it into total satisfaction. But what started it all was one small act of obedience. We have the delightful opportunity to show up, give freely, and put the responsibility of the outcome squarely where it belongs — in God’s sovereign hands.

Thank you, Timothy Youth

Timothy’s middle and high school youth received the following note from Resource Health:
“Dear Timothy Lutheran Middle & High School Students,
Please forgive the delay in sending out your “thank-you” card. Thank you for your most generous gift of items for our New Mom Care Packages. Your giving has blessed our new moms and given them encouragement. Thank you for allowing God to use you for His glory.

His for Life,
Debbie”

Lenten & Holy Week Schedule

Wednesday Lenten Services: 
March 1, 8, 15, 22, 29     5:30pm   RD Mize
(Lenten Dinners on March 1, 8, & 22  5-7pm   Family Life Center)

Maundy Thursday Service:  April 6 at 6pm, RD Mize  (with Holy Communion)

Good Friday Service:  April 7 at 6pm, Wyatt (with Holy Communion)

Easter Sunday Services:  April 9; 9am at RD Mize;  10am at Wyatt  (normal schedule)
Immersive Prayer Journey

Prayer connects us with the Creator of the universe; yet if we’re honest, we don’t always know how to do it well or always make time for it. You are invited join us to go deeper in your relationship with our Lord through an Immersive Prayer Journey on Friday, March 10th (4-8pm) or Saturday, March 11th (9-4pm) at RD Mize.

Through a path of nine self guided stations of the petitions of the Lord’s Prayer, you will engage in prayer and reflection, Scripture readings, and simple activities, all intended to deepen your connection with our Savior, so make plans to come experience the prayer Jesus Himself taught us to pray.

The prayer journey will take approximately 30-45 minutes to complete, but the pace is up to you. Couples and families with small children are welcome to take the journey together, if desired. Sign-ups are necessary for people to move smoothly through the journey. We are excited about the impact this will have on our lives.

Please go to the church website (Events) or church app (Events) to sign up for one slot per family. If there are more than three in the group, please sign up for an additional slot. Thank you! And please keep this experience in your prayers!
TLC & TLS Potluck

Mark your calendars too attend the next potluck dinner at Timothy! It will be on Sunday, March 19th, starting at 4 pm at Wyatt. All are welcome! Bring a dish to share (see chart below) and come enjoy the fellowship, food, fun, and games as well as a chance to make new friends.

Last name starts with A-I; bring a main dish
Last name starts with J-R; bring a side dish
Last name starts with S-Z; bring a dessert
Drinks, coffee, tea, & water will be provided
Lutheran Urban Mission Agency Auxiliary (LUMA)

The Lutheran Urban Mission Agency Auxiliary will meet on Wednesday, March 15 at Bethlehem Lutheran Church, 310 Johnston Pkwy, Raymore, MO. Registration begins at 9 a.m. with the opening service at 9:30 a.m. The speaker will be Gayle Terry Holmes, the Executive Director for Sleep Head Beds. The Mission of the Month collection is monetary gifts for VBS and youth activities. Lunch will be served. Please RSVP by March 8 to Donna Scholtes, 816-550-5790 / dsscholtes@comcast.net. All ladies of the congregation are invited to attend and all donations for the Mission of the Month collection are appreciated. Thank you!
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

The congregation is reminded that the upcoming Special Voters’ Meeting will be Sunday, March 26th, starting after end of Wyatt service in the Auditorium. Items of the agenda include: 1) Approval to place RD Mize Campus on the market; 2) Approval for Executive Board authority to determine fair market value for Highway 7 frontage property and authority to accept such an offer that equals or exceeds fair market value; and 3) Approval of financing options for Wyatt HVAC units, if necessary,  if funds not received through donations.

A quorum of 40 communicant members is necessary to conduct business. A written ballot will be provided to each voting member with all three questions placed on the same ballot, Voting results will be announced before meeting concludes. Questions and comments may be submitted on Timothy’s website (www.timothylutheran.com click on church, then Next Generation) or by completing a written form in the Suggestion Box at Information Center at each campus.

The following questions were submitted last week:

  1. It has been communicated through leadership that, current amount of debt, building  will occur when funds are available. What is the current amount of debt, specifically how many years are left on the current mortgage? I know in some years past, there were interest-only payments. Did this change the length of the mortgage?

Response: The Lutheran Church Extension Fund (LCEF) holds Timothy’s mortgage. Updated figures from LCEF this week list the balance of our mortgage at $5,932,300.36. Monthly payments of principal & interest equal $35,294.74. In 2022, interest-only payments were submitted for Jan. through May, but a $25,000 payment toward principal was sent in May before the Executive Board approved resuming principle & interest payments for remainder of 2022. In 2022, the total interest paid was $221,537.56, and the total principal paid was $127,531.74. In January 2023, our interest rate increased from 3.625% to 4.25%. LCEF figures Timothy’s amortization schedule on a twelve-month basis.

2.  What can be done to address the “negative” impressions held by our fellow Christians so that they are valued and not dismissed as “those we will lose no matter what we do”?

Response: This entire process is difficult and will likely never be easy, The Special Voters’ Meeting and input leading up to  it is what we are trying to achieve to obtain a consensus of as many members as possible. The next Executive Board meeting is March 6th, at which time the board will discuss additional ways to include as many members as possible.

Worship Attendance Feb. 19:  RD Mize 198, Wyatt 199

Weekly General Contributions:  Actual $16,699.00 vs. Budgeted $28,868

Weekly First Fruits Contributions:  Actual  $95.00 vs. Budgeted $2,075

Back to the 80’s TLS Auction TOMORROW, Sat., 25, 6-10pm, Adams Pointe Conference Center. Visit www.timothylutheranschool.com for more information.

Early Communion Class starts next Wednesday, March 1, 6:30-approx. 8pm, RD Mize, and continues for all Wednesdays in March. For 5th-8th graders who have not already been instructed in the sacrament of Holy Communion. Serves as a prerequisite for Confirmation. One parent, guardian, or other adult mentor must attend with the student. Call church office to enroll. Contact Pastor Ryan (ryanh@timothylutheran.com) with questions.

Food Donations for March will be delivered to BS Community Services League. Thank you for your ongoing support!

Instant Church Directory Timothy will continue to subscribe to ICD. Some members of the congregation will soon receive an email over the next couple months from the church asking for a photo or updated photo. Selfies or any photo on your phone are fine. If you notice other updates are needed, please call the church office (816.228.5300). Thank you!

GriefShare Spring session starts Monday, March 2, 6:30-8pm, RD Mize

DivorceCare meets Mondays, 6:30-8pm, RD Mize

Thrivent Choice Dollars If you own a Thrivent Financial for Lutherans account, March 31st is the deadline to designate these dollars. Please consider choosing Timothy Church or School. Thank you!

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.

Card Club meets on second Fridays, 7pm, RD Mize Fellowship Hall, to play 10-point Pitch. Next gathering is March 10. Please bring snack to share & a drink. Contact Art MacLean (660-641-1974) with questions.

Church & School Children’s Skate Party Sun., Mar. 26, 4:30-6:30pm, Rink Ratz, Blue Springs; $5.00 per skater, includes snacks.

Sunday Morning Adult Bible Study “The Book of Acts—The 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 Luke”; 6:30-7:30am, Fireplace Room (302); 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; contact Becky for current book

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