As We Gather For Worship This Weekend

VBS A HUGE SUCCESS . . . Even if only 3 days!

What a tremendous week of growing closer to Jesus! Check out the collage of photos below and look for a total wrap-up of this ministry in next week’s eNotes. Thank you to all of the wonderful, willing volunteers, and a special thanks to the VBS Cabinet for its leadership in planning every year. The congregation and friends are invited to a VBS Celebration on Sunday, July 25. AVBS video during both services, but the kids will not perform. Thank you for sending your kids to Timothy’s VBS, and hope to see you all next year for another exciting week!

Timothy Continues to Sanitize and eMist

Timothy’s leadership wants the congregation to know that eMisting and sanitizing continue daily at both campuses. Everyone’s safety is very important. While masks are not mandated as of now, feel free to wear one and social distance. Thank you for your patience and respect for others.

GodConnects—Discovery Class

Everyone, at some point, asks this question: “God, if You are there, why don’t You show Yourself to me?” It can come at moments of sterile, academic reflection or in times of deep despair. In this confusing world where authority is so elusive, it seems like we cannot connect to God.

In truth, we can’t—but the good news is that God connects with us. Our adult instruction class tells this unique, unequaled story. Wherever you may find yourself, we will help you explore what the Bible says about this remarkably loving God, and how this love gives direction and meaning to your life today and forever.

This class is designed for those who are interested in learning or reviewing the foundations of the Christian faith. Attendance at the class may lead to membership in our church, but there are no obligations. Please visit www.timothylutheran.com/discovery-class/ for information about our next session.

Join us in prayer: Lord Jesus, bless Your people as we reach out to our families, friends, and community with Your Good News. We ask that You will bless the Word that will be proclaimed in the approaching adult membership class starting on Wednesday, September 8^th. Gather the men and women You have chosen to hear Your saving Gospel. Do not let the evil one hinder them. Prepare this congregation to receive those You will gather around us. Amen!

Teacher Accepts Divine Call

Last Sunday, the Voters’ Assembly unanimously approved extending a divine call to Beckie Rathke to serve as a LCMS-rostered teacher at Timothy Lutheran School. We praise God that Beckie accepted that call this week, and we look forward to her joining the TLS staff. As the next school year approaches, we look forward to introducing all of the new TLS teachers to the congregation.

Next Generation Update

At its meeting on Monday, the Construction Task Force and church leaders reviewed three bids for Master Plan Services for the Wyatt expansion and found all of them to be acceptable. The group determined the best choice to be Mantel & Teter, the original designer of the Wyatt Campus. The next step is to negotiate a contract with M & T, followed by scheduling initial meetings with the project manager. Please continue to keep the Next Generation process in your prayers

Outreach Opportunity

The Lutheran Urban Mission Agency is conducting a drive to send kids (preschool thru high school, both boys & girls) back to school with new socks, undergarments, t-shirts/a-shirts (tank tops), shirts & pants. Timothy’s LWML will participate in this drive and appreciates any donations dropped off in the LUMA bins at both campuses from July 25 through August 22. Additionally, the LUMA food pantry currently needs red pasta sauce & white alfredo sauce which may also be left in the same bins. Contact Lois Domsch (lois.domsch@gmail.com) with questions. Thanks for your support!

MinistryOne APP Coming Soon

Get ready for the new, MinistryOne app for Timothy.
It’s something to get excited about.

Stay connected with your Timothy family anywhere with our new mobile app coming soon. Powerful features like audio and video streaming, push notifications, and in-app giving are just a few of the exciting features. Stay tuned for more information.

“Dear Timothy Care Ministry, We wanted to thank you all for the love and support that you gave to Annita Theroff throughout her prolonged illness. The cards, prayers thru the prayer chain, and the prayer shawl were so uplifting for her during very difficult times. The personal visits from Pam Lund, Pastor Lieb, and Pastor Ryan were so comforting. Words cannot express the gratitude we feel for all your wok passing on the grace and peace of God. Thank you, Marv, Erin & Eric Theroff”

2021 First Fruits total $117,645.92 as of July 18. Thank you very much!

Families of 2021-2022 College Students are encouraged to connect with the MO District Campus Ministry Network (www.molcms.college). There is a simple process in place to submit referral information through this network to keep college kids connected with the body of Christ while they are away at school. Each referral goes directly to the designated contact person for the local campus ministry. Check it out!

Food Donations for July will be delivered to BS Community Services League. Thanks for your ongoing support!

21st Annual Hillcrest Transitional Housing Gala Thurs., Aug. 19, 6-9pm, Arrowhead Stadium. Contact Nancy Nowiszewski (nancyn@timothylutheran.com) about tickets or donating live/silent auction gift baskets.

Children’s Ministry Skate Party Wed., July 28, 5-7pm, Rink Ratz; $5 donation; bring your friends! Contact Sarah Hinkle (shinkle80@hotmail.com) with questions.

Youth Ministry Shoe Collection thru Sept. 12; new or gently worn shoes/sandals (no shoes, tears, excessive wear) may be dropped off in bins at both campuses; proceeds from organization sending the shoes to third world countries to benefit Timothy’s youth group trips in 2021-2022, including the National Youth Gathering next summer. Goal is 2,500 pairs of shoes! Your help is appreciated!

FaithRoots Classes for Pre-K thru 5th grade students resume NEXT SUNDAY, Aug. 1, during worship services at both campuses. Additional volunteers are always welcome and appreciated. Contact church (816.228.5300) to get connected. Thanks!

Timothy’s Women of Hope Ministry is eager to plan upcoming coffees & special events, but additional women of all ages are needed 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!

Girls on the Run Timothy will host a session again this fall. Coaches for girls in 3rd-5th grade are needed. If you can help, please contact Sarah Hinkle (shinkle80@hotmail.com). Thanks!

Tomorrow’s Teachers & Preachers MO District fundraiser may be supported on Timothy’s website under Give or by using a pew envelope with proper designation for this drive under “Other.” A free-will offering will also be available on Sunday, Aug. 29, at both campuses. Thanks for your support! (A letter from President Hagan about this fundraiser was published in the July 20 eNotes.)

Sunday Morning Adult Bible Study “The Pilgrims Come to America, Part II”; 10:15-11:15am, Fireplace Room (302), RD Mize; led by Dale Russell & 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 Adult Bible Study (1st & 3rd Mondays) “The Prayers of Jesus”; 6:30-8pm, Fellowship Hall, RD Mize; led by Roxanne Kerwood. Resumes Aug. 2.

Monday Evening Women’s Bible Study I Want to Know You by Ann Arthur; 6:30-8pm, Room 111, RD Mize; led by various women.

Tuesday Morning Men’s Bible Study NEW TOPIC: “Titus: Good Doctrine & Good Living”; 6:30-7:30am, Fireplace Room (302), RD Mize; led by various men.

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

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 Class “The Women of Easter”; 6:30-8pm, offsite thru August; call church office for location; led by Miriam Lindemann & Becky Blatt.

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