Fruit of the Spirit: FAITHFULNESS

When someone is said to be faithful, we think of them as being truthful. Trustworthy. We know we can believe what they say and count on them to be at our side when we need them. Sadly, we often struggle with this concept, watching out for number one and living only for ourselves. But God gives us an example of what true faithfulness looks like in Himself, for great is His faithfulness to us.

Bible Study Overwhelm:  A Devotion

 I’ve really only grown in my knowledge and love for the Word over the past few years, despite spending my entire life in the church. The big reason is because it always seemed so overwhelming to study.
The truth is that studying the Bible can feel daunting. There are many methods of study, but it’s important to recognize why we study the Bible to help motivate us. Studying Scripture reveals who God is, why we need Christ, and teaches us how to live like Christ.

As Christians, we are called to live like Jesus, to pursue a Christ-like life because it’s our actions that point others to Him. What better way to learn how to act like Christ than to study the book that was God-breathed! 2 Timothy 3: 16-17 says, All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness so that the servant of God may be thoroughly equipped for every good work.

Just like close friendships require communication and attention, so does our relationship with the Lord. And it starts with spending time in His Word. I won’t lie to you: it isn’t always easy. Whether we’re busy or we’re struggling to understand the passage we are reading, it can be hard sometimes. But it’s so worth it!

Retirement Celebration

The congregation is invited to celebrate with Care Minister Nancy Nowiszewski at a retirement potluck luncheon on Sunday, August 21, at noon in the Family Life Center at RD Mize.  The church will provide meat, table service, and drinks. RSVP is necessary for planning purposes. Please RSVP on the church app under Events or on church website (timothylutheran.com) under Events by August 15^th. Thank you!

Volunteer Opportunity at Timothy Lutheran School

Timothy Lutheran School is excited to bring a new volunteer opportunity to you! We will be kicking off our Book Buddies Literacy Program which is a program that will connect you as a literacy partner to our students during the 2022-2023 school year. If you love to help children succeed and have an hour to share each week, this is the volunteer opportunity for you!

Literacy training sessions will be provided, so a background in education is not required. You will receive all the materials and instructions on what to read as well as literacy games to play.

Please reach out to Mary Beth Self at marybeths@timothylutheran.com or call the school at 816.228.5300 if you are interested in more information about this great opportunity!

Senior High Fun

Senior high youth did their thing last week. There was a rowdy game of Frisbee golf on Thursday at Legacy Park and a chillax
evening on Sunday at Nolan & Carrie Hochgrebe’s home. If any senior high youth want to be hooked into our GROUPME events, reach out to Pastor Ryan at ryanh@timothylutheran.com.

2022 First Fruits contributions total $88,640.59, as of June 12^th. Thank you!
Raise the Roof contributions total $23,900.00, as of June 12^th! Thank you!
Total Youth Fundraising contributions total $20,257.97, as of June 12^th! Thank you!

“Thank you to my Timothy family for all the phone calls, cards and kind words at the recent loss of my sister. Your thoughtfulness meant so much to me.  Michele Dougherty

Pairs & Spares Summer Picnic THIS TUESDAY, June 21, 11:30am. NOTE:  Location change:  Family Life Center at RD Mize, not Blue Springs Park Shelter #1. Come enjoy food, fellowship, and fun in cool comfort! Contact Janet Masters (jlmasters44@gmail.com) with questions.

Food Donations during June will be delivered to BS Community Services League. Thank you for ongoing support!

Lutherans for Life Diaper Drive through THIS SUNDAY (FATHER’S DAY, June 19) Sizes 5 & 6, plus baby wipes and feminine hygiene products; drop off in bins at either campus; will be delivered to BS Impact Ministries. Contact Kaye Gray (kgray1024@ yahoo.com) with questions. Thanks for your support!

Vacation Bible School Are you registered yet for the “MONUMENTAL: Celebrating God’s Greatness” VBS from July 18-22, 8:45am-noon, at RD Mize Campus?? Go to church website under Children’s Ministry to enroll. Volunteers also welcome! Adopt-a-Student contributions welcome through church website or envelopes at VBS displays in lobbies. Donated items can be donated by picking up a “cactus” from display and returning to church. Thank you!

Sunday Morning Adult Bible Study “Proverbs”; 10:15-11:15am, Fireplace Room (302); led by Fritz Barlag & Dale Russell

Monday Evening Adult Bible Study (1^st & 3^rd Mondays) various topics; 6:30pm fellowship; 7pm study; Fellowship Hall, RD Mize; led by Roxanne Kerwood

Monday Evening Women’s Bible Study “Faith & Fire Elijah”; 6:30-8pm, Room 111, RD Mize; led by various ladies

Tuesday Morning Men’s Bible Study “The Book of John”; 6:30-7:30am, Fireplace Room (302), RD Mize; led by various men

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

Thursday Evening Women’s Bible Study (Women of Thursday) Book study; meets off site during summer, 6:30-8pm; led by Miriam Lindemann & Becky Blatt; contact Becky (ebblatt99@yahoo.com) for current book & meeting location

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