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 Truth That Frees 

We often wind up prisoners of so many things: debt, past decisions, lies that others tell us or we tell ourselves. But Jesus comes to set us free from the prisons we’re trapped in through Himself. He is the truth that sets us free, something we remember and celebrate on Reformation Sunday.

God Doesn’t Play Games: 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.

Service of Prayer

In our journey together as brothers and sisters in Christ, we long to gather in our pursuit to pray without ceasing. God desires that we continue to seek Him in all things and that our eyes are opened to see where Jesus is already working and leading. We invite you to join us in a Service of Prayer and God’s Word on Wednesday, Nov. 9, 7:30-8pm, in the sanctuary at RD Mize, as we meet to pray for the future of Timothy into the Next Generation. Transforming Lives through Christ is much more than a slogan . . it’s an adventure in fulfilling the Great Commission of going into the world and sharing the love of Jesus with those whom God has placed in our lives.

Let’s devote ourselves to God’s Word as we continue to gather in prayer. God has set before us an example to love and serve our neighbors, and it’s always centered in prayer. We thank and praise God for all that He has done and continues to do for us as we serve together in the body of Christ as a church family. We continue to pray, “Lord, teach us how to pray.”

Children’s Harvest Party

Last Friday, Oct. 21, over 100 kiddos plus family member packed the Wyatt Campus for our 2^nd Annual Church/School Harvest Party. The kids enjoyed a wide variety of games, some pizza, music, and, of course, prizes. It was a great night of parents connecting and kiddos playing.

Falloween

Last Saturday, Oct. 22, the RD Mize Campus became a great night of fall fun for 18 junior and senior high kiddos! We had some stellar carved pumpkins and created our own superhero masks. The kids had fun running around the building with nerf guns, followed by a discussion about the masks we wear to cover what’s really going on inside. The evening wrapped up with some delicious s’mores. It was a great time to grow in Christ with each other.

Youth Sunday

Timothy is excited to designate Sunday, Nov. 6, at the Wyatt Campus as Youth Sunday. Worshipers will be led by youth in some worship “duties” normally carried out by adults, such as altar guild, sound booth techs, ushers, communion helpers, readers, singers, and musicians. We praise God for their servant hearts to share their talents!

2022 First Fruits contributions total $97,405.59, as of Oct. 23^rd. Thank you!
Raise the Roof contributions total $24,500.00, as of Oct. 23^rd.  Thank you!

Thank you “The family of Stephen and Janel Schild would like to thank our church family for their thoughts, prayers, and uplifting cards at the death of Steve’s father who is in his heavenly home with Jesus. Words cannot express our gratitude for your outpouring of love during this time.”

Potholes in Wyatt fire lane and driveway on east side by dumpster were repaired with concrete earlier this week. Please avoid driving over this area as you attend events at Wyatt during the next week, including worship on Sunday. The main parking lot is not affected by this repair work. Thank you!

Thanksgiving Grocery Bag Ministry THIS SUNDAY, Oct. 30, is the first day to pick up a brown grocery sack from the grocery cart at either campus to fill with foods for holiday meals for families in the inner city. A food list is affixed to each bag. Please return filled bags any time before Sun., Nov. 27. Thank you!

Lay Leadership Nominations due THIS SUNDAY, Oct. 30, to Congregational President Diane Mayfield (dianem@timothylutheran.com or 816.898.8772).

Christmas Giving Trees Deadline to submit names of an individual/family from our congregation or school for Timothy’s annual Care Ministry Giving Tree opportunity is THIS SUNDAY, Oct. 30. Name of individual/family with address & phone number should be placed in sealed envelope and put in Sandy Gregory’s mailbox at RD Mize or contact her at 816.228.5300 Ext. 8042 or sandyg@timothylutheran.com.  A Giving Tree will be displayed at each 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 in KC, and Our Redeemer in KC. Thank you for your generous support in the past. We look forward to this year’s gifts of love.

All Saints Sunday will be celebrated next Sunday, Nov. 6, in both services. God bless the memory of Timothy’s members who now rest in the hands of Jesus.

TLS Christmas Workshop Tags for gifts for this PTL activity may be selected through Nov. 6, with the suggested gift returned through Nov. 6 under the Christmas Workshop tree at Wyatt. Contact Kate Force (kate@twitchetts.com), Clancy Heisel (clancyh@timothylutheran.com), or Kristen Anderson (kristena@timothylutheran.com) with questions.

Food Donations for October will be delivered to Hillcrest Transitional Housing. All non-perishable food is appreciated. Especially needed at this time are liquid hand soap, onion soup mix, canned soups, canned beans, paper towels, cleaning sponges, and multi-purpose cleaner. Please drop off in grocery cart at either campus. Thank you for your ongoing support!

Donations for Welcome Inn Residents through THIS SUNDAY, Oct. 30, as organized by GIVE Commission, may be dropped off in the designated plastic tub in the lobby of either campus. Special needs include shampoo, liquid or bar soap, plastic silverware & cups, and toilet paper. Labels with scripture verses offering words of encouragement & prayer will be affixed to each item/pkg. Thank you for your support!

Surviving the Holidays GriefShare special session Thurs., Nov. 3, 6:30-8pm, Fireplace Room (302), RD Mize. Contact Pam Lund (pal42day@gmail.com) with questions & to register, or register on Timothy’s church app (click on Events) or the website (www.timothylutheran.com Click on Events) or call church office (86.228.5300).

TLS Trivia Night Fri., Nov. 4, 6-10pm, Wyatt Auditorium. Tickets available on school website. Theme: “Timmy Vision.” Call school office (86.228.5300 Ext. 8017) with questions.

LWML Nut & Candy Sale Order/purchase Nov. 6 through Nov. 27; last day to pick up Dec. 4; both campuses; online orders available as well as printed forms.

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, fames, 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 (kgray10234@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 a side dish or dessert and enjoy the fun & fellowship. Gayl Calvin to provide entertainment. Contact Janet Masters (jlmasters44@gmail.com) with questions.

LUMAA Wed., Nov. 16, Calvary Lutheran, 7500 Oak St., KCMO. Registration 9am; opening service 9:30. Program: Speaker form KC Heroes; Gifts from the Heart: winter necessities (new socks, gloves, hats, scarves, coats, long underwear, new blankets/quilts (full & 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.

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 are required for dessert & planning purposes. Childcare available if requested by Nov. 30. Contact Diane Mayfield (dianem@timothylutheran.com) or Nancy Nowiszewksi (tnnova@sbcglobal.net) with questions. You can register online at Timothy’s website or app.

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

Annual Voters’ Assembly Meeting Sun., Dec. 4, 11:30am, Wyatt Auditorium.

Advent Services Theme: The Holy Family; Nov. 30 and Dec. 2 at 5:30pm at RD Mizer; Dec. 9 at 6:30pm at Wyatt (TLS Christmas Program)

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

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

St. Paul Lutheran High School Timothy is invited to attend a free performance of the drama, It’s a Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play, on Thurs., Nov. 10 at 10am, Fri., Nov. 11 at 7pm, or Sat., Nov. 12 at 7pm, in Kaeppel Chapel on the St. Paul HS Campus in Concordia, MO. No reserved seating. Concessions available. Free-will donations supporting the SPLHS drama dept. are appreciated.

Giant Clothing Giveaway Nov. 14-16, noon-6pm, St. John LaLande Catholic Church, 805 NW RD Mize Rd, BSMO; clothing drive located in church Parish Center behind the church; good, used clothing for needy families is available at no charge; free-will donations accepted with all proceeds benefiting the area needy.

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