As We Gather For Worship This Weekend

A Message from Pastor Bellinghausen

“To all the saints at Timothy,

Thank you so much for your support over these last four years and for the incredible outpouring of love you’ve given me during my Ordination. The gifts I received are wonderfully well-timed, considering the expenses of moving to New York and starting a new life there. Actually, you all have been so generous that I think I can afford to celebrate a little, too! I just wanted to send this little note to thank you for every gift left for me last Sunday, and everyone who has been a part of my family and my life here at Timothy. You all are the reason that I am looking forward to the ministry because I know that God works through even the smallest of words or gestures to touch hearts and to transform lives. Thank you all so much!

God Bless,
Pastor Jake Bellinghausen”

SPECIAL NOTE:  Timothy welcomes PASTOR Jake Bellinghausen as guest preacher this Sunday, July 4^th, before he heads to Grace Lutheran Church in Vestal, New York, early next week. Please join your brothers and sisters in Christ on Sunday as we look forward to his message about “Marching Orders.” See you Sunday!

A Message from the Reed Family

“To Our Timothy Family: Thank you so much for supporting the Adam’s Army Blood Drive again this year. It means a great deal to all of us to be able to honor Adam’s memory in a way that also helps others. We appreciate all you do to keep the drive going! This year we collected 43 pints, which is especially important because of the current blood shortage in the KC area. This will undoubtedly be a blessing to others! With much love, Jeff and Mary Reed & family.” 

Greeter Ministry Volunteers

The Sunday Morning Greeter Ministry is ready to officially resume! Is this an area in which you could serve? Could your entire family be available on Sundays that fit your schedule to greet worshippers as they arrive? Please contact Mary Taggart (octobermom810@gmail.com) to serve at Wyatt and/or Bob Logan (blogan1516@gmail.com) to serve at RD Mize. Thank you!

Successful Lutherans for Life Diaper Drive

Thank you, Timothy, for once again generously supporting the annual Lutherans for Life Diaper Drive and to LWML Elizabeth Circle for organizing and delivering the diapers to Blue Springs Impact Ministries. This year, Elizabeth Circle chair Kaye Gray dropped off a total of 1,366 diapers; 2,196 wipes; and 53 pull-ups for Impact Ministries to distribute to the community.  A tremendous blessing to many needing this help!

2021 First Fruits totals $117,040.92, as of June 27^th. Thank you very much!

Adopt-a-Light Fundraiser Update Thank you, Timothy, for your generous support of this opportunity! As of June 27^th, your response totals $2,725.00! This is an awesome start! An envelope will be available again in this Sunday’s bulletin, or you can donate on Timothy’s website. It is all very much appreciated!

Women of Hope is making plans for upcoming coffees and special events, but we need more women of all ages to help. If you would like to explore this opportunity (no commitments, really!), contact Diane Mayfield (dianem@timothylutheran.com) or Nancy Nowiszewski (nancyn@timothylutheran.com). It’s time we got back together!

Vacation Bible School is only 3 short weeks away (July 19-23 with kickoff on Sun., July 18, at RD Mize)! Are your children registered? Can you volunteer some time to help? Go to the www.timothylutheran.com NOW to sign up according to your availability and interest and to register your children. This year’s theme is Rocky Railway: Jesus’ Power Pulls Us Through. A few tags noting suggested donations remain on the trees in both lobbies; stop by soon to choose one(s) you can provide so that Timothy’s VBS can continue to be FREE to all children. Adopt-a-Student envelopes are also available on the VBS table. Thanks for your support!

21^st Hillcrest Transitional Housing Annual Gala Have you contacted Nancy Nowiszewski (nancyn@timothylutheran.com) for tickets ($75 each) at Timothy’s tables yet? This year, the gala is Thurs., Aug. 19, from 6-9pm at Arrowhead Stadium. Checks (payable to Timothy) due by Aug. 5. Contact Nancy or Dan Sbisa (dan.sbisa@gmail.com) about donating a basket (minimum $50 value) for the silent & live auctions (due by Aug. 10). Thank you!

Food Donations for month of July will be delivered to BS Community Services League. As always, thanks for your ongoing support!

Children’s Ministry School Supplies gratefully accepted July 4 through Aug. 8; drop off in bins at both campuses. Special needs:  glue sticks, washable markers, crayons, mini-staplers, staples, rubber bands, sanitizers, & 8 oz. bottled water. Thank you!

FaithRoots Classes for Pre-K through 5^th grade students resume in-person on Sunday, Aug. 1, during the worship service at both campuses. Additional volunteers are always welcome and appreciated. Contact the church office to get connected!

Church & School Offices will be closed on Monday, July 5, in observance of Independence Day. There will be no eNotes emailed on Tuesday, July 6. Thank you!

Youth Ministry Shoe Drive July 11-Sept. 12; new or gently used shoes (no holes, rips, tears, excessive wear) may be dropped off in bins at both campuses; proceeds to benefit Timothy’s Youth Group trips in 2021-2022. Your support is greatly appreciated!

Community Shoe Drive July 18, 25, & Aug. 1, from 5-6:30pm at RD Mize; youth volunteers will collect bags of shoes from donors’ cars. Spread the word among your family, friends, & neighbors. Thank you!

Sunday Morning Adult Bible Study “Defending Your Christian Faith: Are You Ready, Willing, or Able?” 10:15-11:15am, Fireplace Room (302), RD Mize; led by Fritz Barlag.

Sunday Evening Senior High Youth Bible Study “The Chosen”; 5-6:30pm, Room 505, RD Mize.

Sunday Evening Middle School Youth Bible Study 5-6:30pm, Youth Room (506), RD Mize.

Monday Evening Women’s Bible Study I Want to Know You by Ann Arthur; 6:30-8pm, Room 111, RD Mize. NOTE:  No meeting on July 5^th.

Monday Evening Adult Bible Study (1^st & 3^rd Mondays) “The Prayers of Jesus”; 6:30-8pm, Fellowship Hall, RD Mize; led by Roxanne Kerwood. NOTE: Next class on Aug. 2.

Tuesday Morning Men’s Bible Study “Living by Faith”; 6:30-7:30am, Fireplace Room (302), RD Mize; led by Bob Downs.

Tuesday Morning Adult Bible Study “The Book of Acts”; 10-11am, Fellowship Hall, RD Mize; led by Pastor John.

Wednesday Evening Senior High Revolution Bible Study 6:30-8pm, Youth Room (506), RD Mize; led by Ryan Kuecker.

Wednesday Evening Discovery Class Learn or review foundation of the  Christian faith from a Lutheran perspective; 6:30-8pm, Fireplace Room (302), RD Mize; led by Pastor Rod.

Thursday Evening Women’s Bible Study “The Women of Easter”; 6:30-8pm, offsite thru Aug; call church office for location; led by Miriam Lindemann & Becky Blatt.

Saturday Morning Women’s Bible Study (1^st & 3^rd Saturdays) for all moms (expecting thru any age children); 9-10am, Wyatt 4 G’s; led by Kaye Gray. NOTE: next session on Aug. 21.