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First Reading: 1 Kings 8:22-30 Gospel Reading: Mark 2:1-12
Buildings serve the mission; the mission must never serve the building.
A building project creates genuine spiritual tension. On one side is the fear that a church may become preoccupied with bricks, appearance, comfort, or institutional prestige. Scripture is clear that the Most High cannot be contained by structures made with human hands. The Church is living stones built on Christ, not an address, a sanctuary, or a floor plan. A congregation can possess a beautiful building and still neglect the people God loves. The danger of constructing a monument to ourselves must be named honestly. On the other side is the temptation to pretend that physical space does not matter. In Mark 2, a crowded house becomes a barrier between a paralyzed man and Jesus. His friends respond with determined creativity because getting one person to Christ matters more than preserving a roof. Buildings do not save, but they can either create barriers or remove them. Classrooms can support Lutheran education. A sanctuary can gather people around Word and Sacrament. A fellowship area can welcome the lonely. Offices can support care. Youth rooms can form relationships. Accessible entrances can communicate dignity and hospitality. The central question is not, “How impressive can we make this?” nor merely, “How much space would make us comfortable?” The faithful question is, “How can every square foot serve the Gospel?” Timothy must hold building plans beneath its vision, values, and confession. The building is not the mission; it is a tool entrusted to the mission. We are not building to prove that Timothy has arrived. We are seeking to make room for Christ’s ministry among people who have not yet arrived.
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This Sunday, October 11, we are blessed to welcome new members to Timothy Lutheran Church and School! We give thanks to God for bringing these individuals and families into our church community and look forward to growing together in faith, fellowship, and service.
Please join us in giving a warm Timothy welcome to:
We are so glad you are here and pray that Timothy will be a place where you feel at home, build meaningful relationships, and continue to grow Rooted in Christ.
Welcome to the Timothy family! 💙
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Beginning Sunday, November 1, Timothy Lutheran and School will move to new Sunday morning worship times. This new schedule provides two opportunities to gather together in God’s Word, worship our Savior, and grow as a community of faith. New Sunday Worship Schedule · 9:00 AM | Contemporary Worship Service · 10:45 AM | Traditional Worship Service FaithRoots will be offered during the 9:00 AM worship service. Children dismissed in the middle of service. At Timothy, our vision is Transforming Lives Through Christ. Sunday worship is an important part of living out that vision. Each week, we have the opportunity to hear God’s Word, receive His gifts, encourage one another, and be strengthened to share the love of Christ with our families, neighbors, community, and world. As we begin this new Sunday schedule, we invite everyone to find a worship time that works for their family and make Sunday mornings a meaningful part of the week. We look forward to worshiping with you as we continue Transforming Lives Through Christ! |
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On Wednesday, September 30, our Confirmation Students and their Prayer Pals gathered for a special “Meet & Serve” event filled with fellowship, service, and connection. The Prayer Pal program pairs an adult member of the congregation with a 6th, 7th, or 8th grade student, helping our middle school youth build meaningful relationships with adult mentors in our Timothy congregation. For some pairs, this was their first opportunity to meet, while others enjoyed catching up and continuing to grow their friendship. During the evening, approximately 60 students and their Prayer Pals decorated colorful fall cards and packed 30 goody bags for Timothy’s homebound members. Thanks in part to a Thrivent Action Team grant, each bag was filled with special treats and a reminder that our homebound members are remembered, prayed for, and loved by their Timothy church family. Throughout October, our Homebound Care Ministers will deliver the bags during their visits, sharing the love and care of our congregation with those who are unable to regularly join us in person. What a wonderful way to bring generations together, strengthen relationships, serve our church family, and share the love of Christ with one another! |
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Take a night off from cooking and support Timothy Lutheran School at our PTL Cane’s Fundraiser on Tuesday, October 13, from 4:00–8:00 p.m. When ordering in person, simply mention the fundraiser, or use code RCFUND96 when ordering online. 15% of net sales will be donated back to Timothy Lutheran School!
Grab some Cane’s, invite your family and friends, and help support our school. Every meal makes a difference!
Tuesday, October 13 | 4:00–8:00 p.m.
Online Code: RCFUND96 |
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If you are looking to be part of a group that enjoys serving our Lord and His people, LWML Mary Martha Circle would welcome you to join us at our meeting on Monday, October 12, 6:30pm, in Timothy's Music Room. We are ladies who delight in being together and supporting others, not only here at Timothy and throughout the Kansas City area, but also across the United States and abroad. We mix fulfilling God's intended mission for us by sharing His love and hope by giving back to others. Please drop in on a Monday evening as we gather for planning and socializing. Or, if that evening doesn't work, feel free to contact Donna Williams at williamsdonna60@gmail.com, for more information. |
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Join us for Timothy Lutheran Ministries’ Annual Fall Harvest Party on Friday, October 16 from 6:00–8:00 PM! Bring the whole family for an evening of fall fun and fellowship with games & prizes, a cake walk, cider & donuts, hay rides, and more!
And don’t forget Pie in the Face! Purchase tickets for $1 each or 6 for $5 and choose which principal, pastor, or teacher you’d like the chance to PIE!
We also need your help with our Cake Walk! We are looking for volunteers to donate cakes for this year’s event. Cakes may be dropped off at the church during business hours on Thursday, October 15, or anytime between 12:30–5:00 PM on Friday, October 16.
For questions or to help with the Cake Walk, please contact Jessica Yanez at: jessicay@timothylutheran.com, Clancy Heisel at: clancyh@timothylutheran.com, or contact the school office. Thank you for helping make this a fun evening for our entire Timothy family. We can’t wait to see you there! |
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LWML MO District KC South Zone 2026 Fall Rally will be Saturday, October 17, 2026, with the theme “Preach the Word” based on Mark 16:15. Rally will be held at Timothy Lutheran, 301 E. Wyatt Rd., Blue Springs, MO 64015. Program: Deaconess Sarah Longmire speaking on “Mission in Dominican Republic”. Gifts from the Heart: Monetary donations for LCMS: Dominican Republic FORO (forum). Make checks payable to LWML MO District KC South Zone. Registration begins at 9:00 am; opening devotion at 9:30 am. Cost is $5 (includes lunch). RSVP to Kim Duffy by October 11th at 913-488-2855 or ksd0852@gmail.com. |
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Timothy Lutheran School is excited to host a Career Exploration Fair for our 7th and 8th grade students, and we need the help of our Timothy congregation and community! We are looking for volunteers from a variety of careers, professions, trades, and area businesses who would be willing to host a table and share what they do. This is a wonderful opportunity to help our students learn about different career paths, ask questions, and discover the many possibilities God may have in store for their futures. The Career Exploration Fair will be held Tuesday, November 3, from 1:30–2:30 pm at Timothy Lutheran School. Whether you work in healthcare, education, technology, business, public service, a skilled trade, ministry, or another field, we would love to have you join us! Ready to share your career and inspire our students? Click the button to sign up to host a booth.
Thank you for investing in our students and helping them explore their God-given gifts, talents, and future opportunities! |
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Leaf Raking Weather permitting we will have a middle school leaf raking event Saturday, November 7th. We are looking for members of our congregation who could use some help raking up the fall foliage in their yard. If you would like to nominate or recommend someone, please reach out to Pastor Ryan by October 20th. We only will be able to get to a few houses but would love to serve our members the best we can! |
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Ladies, grab a friend and join us for a morning of creativity, fellowship, and time in God’s Word! On Saturday, November 14, from 9:30 AM–12:00 PM, we’ll gather at Timothy for a wreath-making class. We’ll enjoy refreshments and light breakfast treats, spend time together in devotion and fellowship, and create a beautiful wreath to take home! Cost: $25 per person — all materials are included, so just come ready to create and enjoy the morning! 📅 Saturday, November 14 ⏰ 9:30 AM–12:00 PM Please register by October 30 so we can have all of the materials ready for everyone. All women are welcome, so invite a friend to join you! 💛 |
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Calling all middle schoolers! Join us Saturday, October 17, from 6:00–8:00 PM for Duct Tape Wars!
Bring your creativity and crafty skills as we take ordinary duct tape and turn it into something amazin. Come ready for a night of creativity, competition, laughter, and plenty of sticky fun. Invite a friend and join us! |
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Throughout the month of October, Timothy Lutheran Ministries will be collecting donations to support Hillcrest, a ministry dedicated to helping individuals and families overcome homelessness and build a stronger future through housing, education, and supportive services. To make giving easy, a donation cart will be available in the church lobby. Be sure to check the cart regularly for a list of Hillcrest's most needed items, as those needs may change throughout the month. Every donation, big or small, provides encouragement and practical assistance to those working toward stability and independence. As we remain Rooted in Christ (Colossians 2:6-7), we are blessed to share His love through acts of compassion and service. Thank you for your generosity and for partnering with Hillcrest to make a meaningful difference in the lives of our neighbors. Together, we can be Christ's hands and feet in our community. |
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| Here is the list of specific items that are needed requested by the residents: full sized deodorants (male and female), face wash, toilet paper, paper towels, sugar, pasta sauce (spaghetti & Alfredo) and ranch dressing. |
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Time is nearing for the Lutheran Women's Missionary League (LWML) to launch their Nut & Candy Sale as they prepare for the upcoming yuletide season. The ordering time frame will be shorter like it was last year. Please see the information below to help when planning. A special thank you for your support as LWML strives to serve others. · Sunday, November 8 Online and in-person ordering begins Orders placed on this day will be available for pickup on Sunday, November 15. · Sunday, November 15 (Online orders accepted through November 16) A selection of products will be available for direct purchase at tables Additional orders may be placed for pickup on Sunday, November 22. · Sunday, November 22 All previously placed orders--both online and in-person--will be available for pickup. |
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| | 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
Mary Taggart: maryt@timothylutheran.com
Please keep your submission 200 to 250 words. |
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