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
 The Endgame 

What is it you’re trying to accomplish? What is the endgame? That is something we often have to stop and ask ourselves as we go about our business. If everything goes according to our plans, what do we think will be the end result? God gives us a sneak peek of His endgame in the reading from Revelation. When the Church goes out to share the Gospel, the end result is a great multitude praising Him for all eternity. And today, we pause to remember those who have taken their place in that uncountable crowd and give thanks for them reaching their reward.

Could Fear Be an Invitation to Trust?   A Devotion

Today I am reminded of a scene from a movie. It’s fall in a large city park—kids are playing, old men are studying chess boards, and a small crowd is surrounding a cardboard box. There sits the con artist moving cups as fast as he can, swiping money from customers who think they know which cup the ball is under. It’s a shell game. The shell game is all about keeping your eye on the ball, but the game is already rigged and each of his customers loses the moment they put down their money.

God doesn’t have a trick up His sleeve. He keeps His promises, and His blessings are real. We might have a tendency to think that we’re missing something, that we have to play this game of life just right, or that it’s rigged. You might think God is holding out on you, that you actually can’t count on what He’s promised for your life, as if the blessings He has for you and me are part of a game that we’re not playing by the rules.

God is not playing a shell game with your life. You don’t have to think it’s a gamble to trust Him that the blessings will come. God doesn’t play games with how He moves in your life. But God tell us in Psalm 84: 11-12 that “The Lord grants favor and honor; he does not withhold the good from those who live with integrity. Happy is the person who trusts in you.” God doesn’t require you to be perfect. He sent Jesus to make you blameless; He cleansed you so you can happily trust Him and His ways and timing. God may not grant every answer to your prayers that you want or do things the way you see fit, but He will give the ultimate good thing in eternal life with Him—now and forever, with blessings and miracles along the way.

All Saints Sunday
In Memory of Our Departed Faithful

This Sunday we celebrate All Saints Sunday in both services. We pray that our member brothers and sisters in Christ departed during the past year rest in peace in the hands of Jesus. You are welcome to access the video in their honor by clicking on this link:  https://youtu.be/5ZWVBIqtwnk

Youth Sunday

This Sunday, Nov. 6, is Youth Sunday at Timothy’s Wyatt service. Worshipers will be led by youth in some worship duties normally carried out by adults, such as altar guild, sound booth techs, ushers, communion assistants, readers, singers, and musicians. We praise God for their servant hearts in sharing their talents!

Pray for Lutherans for Life

We continue to pray for ministries we support through Timothy’s monthly/annual tithe. In the month of November, we encourage you to pray for Lutherans for Life. Their mission is to equip Lutherans and their neighbors to be Gospel-motivated voices for life with a vision that every Lutheran, both individually and in community, is upholding the God-given value of human life and influencing society to do the same.

Lutherans for Life believes that the Church is compelled by God’s Word to speak and at on behalf of those who are vulnerable and defenseless. The crisis of our times is the repudiation of biblical truth manifested in the wanton destruction of innocent human life through legalized abortion-on-demand and the growing threat to the lives of others through legalized assisted suicide and euthanasia. Lutherans for Life will strive to give a Gospel-motivated witness to the Church and society on these and other related issues, such as chastity, post-abortion healing, and family living. They will call God’s people to compassionate action and foster life-affirming alternatives for those facing difficult situations.

This weekend in worship you will receive a postcard with suggested prayers. Please keep Lutherans for Life and those they represent in your prayers.

Holiday Brown Grocery Sack Ministry

For many years, Timothy has generously provided food items for a holiday meal to those in need. Brown grocery sacks with attached food list can be picked up in the grocery cart in lobby at either campus. Filled sacks can be returned to the grocery carts any Sunday in November. They will be delivered to Jesu el Buen Pastor (the Lutheran Church of Jesus the Good Shepherd) in downtown KC. The need is great, and we thank you for assisting in feeding the hungry.

Youth Servant Event

Timothy’s youth and families are heading down to Our Redeemer Lutheran in KC on Sunday, Nov. 20, 1:30-5:30pm, to provide a community Thanksgiving meal and message of God’s love. We could use your support in the form of praying for our event, preparing a side dish for the meal, and perhaps even joining us (but there are limited spots due to allotted space), so please contact Pastor Ryan (ryanh@timothylutheran.com) if you’d like to support this event in some way.

Youth Video Scavenger Hunt

Calling all youth! Oh, it’s on! Junior and senior high youth had a crazy time last year at the Video Scavenger Hunt, so it back by popular demand. Join us Sat., Nov. 19, as we race against other teams collecting items for Resource Health and take photos and videos of all kinds of shenanigans along the way. Try to knock out as many items as you can before returning to church and see if your team can rack up the most points TO WIN THE TROPHY! RSVP needed by Nov. 16 to plan for drivers. If any parents are willing to drive, please contact Pastor Ryan (ryanh@timothylutheran.com).

Product Labels for TLS

Did you know that Timothy Lutheran School still collects various product labels? UPC codes from Best Choice labels and Clearly by Best Choice (newer brand of organic & gluten-free items) may be clipped and saved for TLS and dropped off at the Information Center at each campus. The funds collected from these labels benefit TLS Scholarship Fund. Contact Lois Warren (816.427.5168) with questions about Best Choice and Clearly labels. Thank you!
TLS also gets credit for collecting Box Tops labels, but that program now uses the Box Top for Education app on your phone. Buy participating products and use the Box Top app to scan your store receipt within 14 days of your purchase. The app identifies eligible products, and earnings are credited online to TLS. Even if you’re shopping online or participating in grocery pickup, you can still submit your digital or email receipt with the Box Tops app and earn. TLS receives a check twice a year! See a list of participating products at BTFE.COM/PRODUCTS. Box Tops earnings really add up, and the more people who participate, the bigger the impact. Over the years, TLS has received a total of $10,860.80!
Contact Sandy Logan, Box Tops for Education Coordinator, at slogan1954@gmail.com or 816.668.8213 if you have questions about the Box Tops program. Thank you!

2022 First Fruits contributions total $97,500.59, as of Oct. 30^th. Thank you!
Raise the Roof contributions total $24,500.00, as of Oct. 30^th. Thank you!

LWML Nut & Candy Sale starts THIS SUNDAY, Nov. 6. You can pick up an order form at table in lobby at either campus or order online at www.timothylutheran.com (Click on Events). Filled orders can be picked up the following Sunday. Limited quantities of products will be available at the tables beginning next Sunday, Nov. 13. Proceeds will be shared among Mites for Missions (10%), Immanuel Food Pantry (45%), and Timothy 2023 Youth Mission Trip (45%). Thank you for your support and happy shopping!

Regular Monthly Food Donations in November, in addition to the Holiday Brown Grocery Sacks, will be delivered to Jesu el Buen Pastor (the Lutheran Church of the Good Shepherd). Thank you for your ongoing support!

Service of Prayer Wed., Nov. 9, 7:30-8pm, RD Mize Sanctuary. Please join us as we continue our journey together as brothers and sisters in Christ to pray without ceasing.

TLS Christmas Workshop Tags for gifts for this PTL activity may be selected through Mon., Nov.14 with the suggested gift returned through Nov. 11 under the Christmas Workshop Tree at either campus. Contact Kate Force (kate@twitchetts.com), Clancy Heisel (clancyh@timothylutheran.com) or Kristen Anderson (kanderson@timothylutheran.com) with questions.

TLS Veterans’ Day Program Fri., Nov. 11, 9am, Wyatt Auditorium. Everyone invited to this annual salute to America’s veterans. Contact school office (816.228.5300 Ext. 8017) with questions.

Moms Event Sat., Nov. 12, 9-11am, Music Room, Wyatt. All moms of children through age 18 are invited for a fun morning of breakfast, games, crafts, fellowship, and a quick Bible study. Childcare provided if requested when you RSVP through the church app (click on Events) or church website (www.timothylutheran.com Click on Events) or by contacting Kaye Gray (kgray1024@yahoo.com).

Pairs & Spares Tues., Nov. 15, 11:30am, Family Life Center, RD Mize. Traditional Thanksgiving meal (turkey, ham, mashed potatoes & gravy provided); please bring side dish or dessert and enjoy the fun & fellowship. Gayl Calvin will provide entertainment. Contact Janet Masters (jlmasters44@gmail.com) with questions.

LUMAA Wed., Nov. 16. Calvary Lutheran, 7500 Oak St., KCMO. Registration 9am; opening service 9:30am; Speaker from KC Heroes; Gifts from the Heart: winter necessities (new socks, gloves, hats, scarves, coats, long underwear, new blankets/quilts—full or queen); drop off by Nov. 13 in plastic bin at either campus. RSVP for free lunch to Susan Ready (816.328.2201 or sready2@comcast.net) by Nov. 13.

Thanksgiving Eve Service (With Holy Communion) Wed., Nov. 23, 5:30pm, RD Mize Sanctuary. Offering will be designated for Timothy’s Emergency Assistance Fund.  Thank you for your support!

Giving Trees will be displayed in lobby of either campus starting Wed., Nov. 23, for you to choose tag(s) and return suggested gifts on Sun., Dec. 11, for Timothy’s annual Journey to the Manger. Gifts will be distributed to individuals/families suggested by Timothy families, Community Services League, Immanuel Lutheran Church in KC, and Our Redeemer Lutheran in KC. Thank you for your generous support in the past. We look forward to this year’s gifts of love.

Women of Hope Christmas by Candlelight: A Prayer Event Fri., Dec. 2, 6:30-8:30pm, Fellowship Hall, RD Mize. All ladies & friends welcome; featuring Christian author, speaker, & life coach Amy Stout; no charge but reservations required for dessert & planning purposes. Register online at Timothy’s website or app. Childcare available if requested by Nov. 30. Contact Diane Mayfield (dianem@timothylutheran.com) or Nancy Nowiszewski (tnnova@sbcglobal.net) with questions.

Staff Christmas Gift donations welcomed through Dec. 4. Please place in offering plate, drop off or mail to church office, contribute online at church website (www.timothylutheran.com Click on Give), or contribute online on church app (Click on Give). Thank you very much!

Annual Voters’ Assembly Meeting Sun., Dec. 4, 11:30am, Wyatt Auditorium. Please plan to attend. Quorum of 40 communicant members required to conduct business.

Advent Services Theme:  The Holy Family; Nov. 30 & Dec. 7 at 5:30pm at RD Mize; Dec. 14 at 6:30pm at Wyatt (TLS Christmas Program)

Christmas Eve Services RD Mize:  5:30pm, 7:30pm, & 9pm (with Holy Communion); Wyatt:  4pm

Christmas Day Service RD Mize: 10am (with Holy Communion); NOTE:  No other Sunday services at RD Mize or Wyatt on Christmas Day

Plastic Bags Are these piling up at your house? Looking for a useful way to recycle?  Feel free to bring to RD Mize Campus and drop off in plastic tub in Communication Center (mailboxes). They are appreciated by the Immanuel Lutheran Food Pantry. Thank you!

Sunday Morning Adult Bible Study “Jesus—The Fulfillment of the Law”; 10-11am, 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 “Messy People (Imperfect Biblical Heroes)”; 6:30-8pm, Room 111, RD Mize; led y various ladies

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

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