Sunday 9:00 am, RD Mize Campus
Sunday 10am, Wyatt Campus

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(www.timothylutheran.com/worship/ )
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(www.facebook.com/timothylutheran)
Recorded Worship Services
(www.YouTube.com/TimothyLutheranMinistries)

As We Gather for Worship This Weekend
“Pray As We Give”

Jesus once prayed before He sacrificed Himself for us. The Christian life is one of sacrifice, of giving of oneself. But before we do so, we dedicate what we give to God in prayer. Just as Paul once gave up his freedom to serve God, we ask ourselves what we are willing to dedicate to Him in prayer for His service.

Put on Your Boots, Show Up, and Care for Someone: A Devotion

There are times when we feel like we are spinning wheels in mud. There’s no clear way forward, and reversing seems foolish, and you’re going absolutely nowhere. What you need is someone to show you that there’s a world outside of these spinning wheels. That’s what a friend did for me. She watched my situation for a moment and then said to me, “OK, that’s enough. I’m here, and we’re together.”

I’m sure we’ve all had someone walk through a season of want and not known what to say to them, so I’d like to spell it out for you: put on your boots and go to them. Maybe it’s making a meal or offering a plane ticket. Maybe it’s going on a walk or caring for their children. Whatever it is, it will be helpful.

In Exodus 17, the people of Israel were facing their first battle after being freed from the Egyptians. Th people of Israel were hardly organized at this point. And they were certainly outnumbered. They were a new nation who had been raised in slavery, and they did not have much to offer, but they did have the sovereign power of God with them. “Whenever Moses help up his hand, Israel prevailed, and whenever he lowered his hand, Amalek prevailed.” (Exodus 17: 11).

As long as Moses held up that staff—that reminder of whom they belonged to—the Israelites won the battle. But his arms got tired because he was a human person with limits. “But Moses’ hands grew weary, so they took a stone and put it under him and he sat on it, while Aaron and Hur help up his hands, one on one side, and the other on the other side. So his hands were steady until the going down of the sun” (v. 12).

Moses’ brother and friend showed up and they held his arms. And this was how the battle was won. Remember, the Lord doesn’t leave us to do these alone. He gives us the gift of one another.

Pray Without Ceasing

TOMORROW, Sat., Oct. 1, 8:30-10:30am is the Prayer Breakfast in the Family Life Center at RD Mize. We invite you to “gather” with us again to share in this opportunity as Pastor Ryan goes deeper into how we can pray. We are excited just to be with you all and to continue growing in this gift called prayer. Come be a part of God’s transformational work in our lives!

Pray as we give. What does that mean? We all know that Jesus calls us to love our neighbors and to live lives of generosity, but this week we contemplate how we pray as we do these things. At worship on Sunday, you will receive another postcard Lutheran Church in Haiti, one of the organizations supported by Timothy’s tithe.

We ask you to join us through October as we pray for the Lutheran churches in Haiti, for their members, that God would use them to transform lives through Christ. When you take the postcard home, place it somewhere you will see it each week and pray as you give.

Don’t forget about the Upcoming Prayer Walks! During next week (Oct. 9-15), as part of our Pray Without Ceasing series, we encourage you to join us for one or more of our Prayer Walks in the area on different days.
What is a Prayer Walk? It’s not tricky! You walk, and as you walk you pray for what you see or what’s on your heart, or you simply support others as they lift up prayers.

Here are the dates and locations:

• Sunday, Oct. 9^th, at 4pm:              Remembrance Lake
• Tuesday, Oct. 11^th, at 11:15am:  Timothy Sanctuary, RD Mize (available for those who cannot walk but want a chance to gather and pray)
• Tuesday, Oct. 11^th, at 5pm:          Charles David Hartman Memorial Park (Lee’s Summit)
• Wednesday, Oct. 12^th, at 5pm:  St. Mary’s Walking Trail
• Thursday, Oct. 13^th, at 4pm:         Liberty Landing (Lake Tapawingo)

Youth Ministry Update

Last Sunday, 21 young people from Timothy took ice cream to bless the residents of Hillcrest Transitional Housing in Lee’s Summit. It was an incredible evening of sharing stories, laughing, eat ice cream (with gummy bears and sprinkles) and playing with the kids.

Our hearts were touched, and I believe many of theirs were, too! Thank you, Jesus, that through this event, we get to experience and see how You transform lives!

Hillcrest Transitional Housing Update

Jordan, the current resident in Timothy’s Hillcrest apartment, will soon graduate from the Hillcrest program. We praise God for the opportunity to support someone working hard to improve his life! He is moving to an apartment tomorrow and starting a new job, so he reports that the Hillcrest experience and lessons learned have helped him tremendously. He thanks the congregation for this support!

Timothy’s Hillcrest Team Leaders, Dan & Pam Sbisa, have arranged for a graduation party for Jordan on Sunday, Oct. 9^th.  If you would like to send a congratulatory card/note to Jordan please address it to Hillcrest Transitional Housing, 512 SW Mission Rd, Lee’s Summit, MO 64063 ATTN:  Jordan.

Please continue to pray for Jordan and all Hillcrest residents as they learn how to manage their lives and live on their own.

Children’s Ministry Update

Timothy is urged to check out the “Follow Me” canvas painting hanging above the credenza in the RD Mize lobby!  You can’t miss it—both for its creativity and outstanding craftsmanship of spreading the Gospel!

The footprints are those of Timothy kids who attended the first Wednesday CrossWalk session a few weeks ago. They enjoyed dipping their feet in the paint, walking across the canvas, and washing their feet in a tub at the end of the maze. But, yes, they went  home with paint residue on the bottom of their feet!

Thank you to Pastor Ryan, Clancy Heisel, Miriam Lindemann, and CrossWalk staff for guiding the students through this fun activity to bring home Jesus’ command to “Follow Me!”  (Matt. 4:19)

TLS Book Fair

The fall book fair at Timothy Lutheran School is approaching quickly! Timothy is urged to stop by the fair in the TLS lobby from October 9^th-14^th. It will be a great time to add to your home library, explore new titles, check out classroom wish lists, and even shop for some Christmas ideas!

The fair will be open before and after school (Oct. 10-14), during Donuts with Dad (Oct. 12), and before and after the 10am worship service on Oct. 9. Additionally, an online option is available: www.scholastic.com/bf/tls/rams Thanks for your support!

Serving Blue Springs Welcome Inn

During the month of October, Timothy’s GIVE Commission is organizing a collection for residents at the Blue Springs Welcome Inn. The emphasis for this collection includes shampoo, liquid or bar soap, plastic silverware & cups, and toilet paper, which can be dropped off in the bin at each campus. Thank you for your support!

2022 First Fruits contributions total $96,725.59, as of Sept. 25^th. Thank you!
Raise the Roof contributions total $24,450.00, as of Sept. 25^th.  Thank you!
Financial Update Stop by the Information Center at either campus to pick up a printed copy of financial data through August. Copied of the January-June information and the Step-Up Chart data are still available at the Information Centers as well. Thank you for your financial support of Timothy’s ministries. Contact Treasurer Joe Sauter(joesauter5@gmail.com) with questions.

DivorceCare meets on Mondays, 6:30—8pm, Room 102, RD Mize. Childcare provided upon request. Contact Sandy Gregory (816.228.5300 Ext. 8035) or sandyg@timothylutheran.coj with questions & to register.

GriefShare meets on Thursdays, 6:30-8pm, Fireplace Room (302), RD Mize.

Food Donations for October will be delivered to Hillcrest Transitional Housing. Thank you for your generous, ongoing support!

RD Mize Playground Work Party Sat., Oct, 8^th, starting at 8am. Please join Timothy’s Property Board to dig out old dirt & mulch, level out the ground, add new dirt, and apply grass seed. Contact Louie Wilbers (louie.wilbers@att.net) with questions & to sign up to help. Thank you!

JourneyMen Dinner & Bible Study Thurs., Oct. 13^th, 6:30-8:30pm, Family Life Center, RD Mize. All men 18 & older invited! Bring friends! Contact Pastor Rod ( rodl@timothylutheran.com ) or Bob Downs (bdowns88@yahoo.com or 816.739.4472) with any questions. Register online on the Timothy app (www.timothylutheran.com/events/

LWML 2022 MO District KC South Zone Fall Rally Sat., Oct. 22^nd, 9am registration, 9:30 devotion, Peace Lutheran Church, 8240 Blue Ridge Blvd., KCMO, $5 (covers lunch). RSVP to Susan Ready  (816.328.2201 or sready2@comcast.net) by Oct. 7^th.

All Ladies Welcome Save the Date! Women of Hope is moving the annual Prayer Breakfast to Friday, Dec. 2, Fellowship Hall, RD Mize. Christmas by Candlelight: A Prayer Evening will be held from 6:30-8:30pm, featuring Christian author, speaker and life coach Amy Stout. No charge but reservations are
Required. Email Diane Mayfield (dianem@timothylutheran.com) or Nancy Nowiszewski (tnnova@sbcglobal.net). Childcare is provided if requested by Nov. 30. Invite friends!

DivorceCare meets on Mondays, 6:30-8pm, Room 102, RD Mize. Childcare provided upon request. Contact Sandy Gregory (816.228.5300 Ext. 8035 or sandyg@timothylutheran.com) with questions & to register.

GriefShare meets on Thursdays, 6:30-8pm, Fireplace Room (302), RD Mize. Childcare available upon request. Contact Sandy Gregory (816.228.5300 Ext. 8035 or sandyg@timothylutheran.com) with questions & to register.

Food Donations in October will be delivered to Hillcrest Transitional Housing. All food items appreciated, but with the fall cooler weather upon us, canned soups, canned meat (chicken, tuna, salmon), Hamburger Helper, spaghetti and sauce, oatmeal and other boxed hot cereals are especially welcomed. Place in grocery cart at either campus. Thank you for continuing Timothy’s outreach to the needy.

Sunday Morning Adult Bible Study “Jesus—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 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 (ebblatt99@yahoo.com) for current book

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