JOIN US FOR WORSHIP
Please join us this weekend for worship.
Sunday 9am, RD Mize Campus
Sunday 10am, Wyatt Campus
Worship info on Timothy’s website (www.timothylutheran.com/worship/)
Live Stream worship on Facebook – Sundays 10am on Facebook page (www.facebook.com/timothylutheran)
Recorded Worship Services | FaithRoots (www.YouTube.com/TimothyLutheranMinistries)

“Gaudete!”

CREATIVE TENSION: The Advent/Christmas season is supposed to be a time of joy and rejoicing, but as the days grow darker and the weather turns colder and we look back on a year with maybe a bit of regrets, we need that reminder to rejoice in every situation. Because true joy and rejoicing comes from the peace of God that surpasses all understanding. That is what gives us true, overflowing joy.

No Matter How Lost You Are, You’re Always Welcomed Home: A Devotion

One of my favorite memories as a child is playing hide-and-seek in the corn field across the road. My friend from Chicago was not so sure. As my brother counted, I said, “Follow me,” and took off running down the straight rows, zigzagged across the field to the center, and then waited quietly. Easy peasy.
Except my friend was not with me. The corn stalks were taller than she was, and suddenly she was lost in the center of a corn field, surrounded by giant stalks, blocking the view of the house.

My leadership skills clearly needed some refining. I’d led her into disaster. The problem is, I don’t just get lost in corn fields. I tend to wander off the path often, thinking I can find a better way. God’s way often feels a little too slow, requiring a bit too much patience, and I don’t tend to understand exactly where He’s taking me. So I hack my way through, convinced I’ll figure it out on my own, but I just end up lost.

But just like in the Parable of the Prodigal Son, we are never too lost or too far off the path that we won’t be welcomed home. Luke 15:24 says, “for this son of mine was dead and is alive again; he was lost and is found. ‘So, they began to celebrate.’” There is a celebration waiting for us, festivities beyond our wildest imaginations. Our Father always knows where we are and is always trembling with excitement to welcome us back home.

Advent & Christmas Worship Updates

Please join us for all of the upcoming worship opportunities. Invite your family & friends to join you!

Advent Service: Wed., Dec. 15, 5:30pm, Wyatt. This service will feature the Timothy Lutheran School Christmas Program. Please join us as the students lead us in song and scripture readings.

Special Performances:

THIS SUNDAY, Dec. 12, 10am, Wyatt. The Adult Choirs from both campuses will combine to perform We All Bow Down, an Adult Choir Christmas Program. Please join us for a variety of Christmas songs & hymns. The 9am service at RD Mize will occur as normal.
Sun., Dec. 19, 10am, Wyatt. This service will feature Timothy’s Children’s Ministry Christmas Program. Please join us as the students share the story of Jesus. (Please note: Holy Communion will not be celebrated at this service, but it will be part of the 9am service at Rd Mize as normal.)

Christmas Eve Services: Friday, Dec. 24

5:30, 7:30, and 10pm (Candlelight Service with Holy Communion) at RD Mize
5:30pm at Wyatt

Christmas Day Service: Saturday, Dec. 25

10am at RD Mize, with Holy Communion

TLS 4^th Grade Christmas Gift Variation

Upon returning from Thanksgiving break, Kim Brunkhorst’s 4^th grade class at TLS discussed all of the blessings that our Heavenly Father has bestowed upon each of them and about the power of GIVING. This led to a powerful, impactful decision!

Instead of exchanging Christmas gifts with each other, the class has chosen to help other people in need. The class chose four tags from Timothy’s Giving Tree in the TLS lobby requesting the following gifts: a person who wishes for a glassware set; a person who wishes for a dishes set; a person who wishes for an adult crochet kit; and a gift card for boy aged 11-18.

Mrs. Brunkhorst then led the class on an Amazon “shopping spree” to purchase these gifts, looking forward to wrapping them when they arrive. The students are praying for the success of this project as they gain a better understanding and appreciation for the benefits of GIVING to others.

Grateful Missionaries

Pastor Chad Starfeldt sends his thanks to Timothy for including First Lutheran Church in Jacmel, Haiti as one of our tithing organizations. With help like Timothy’s, the church in Haiti is close to all the funds needed to finish all windows in their new sanctuary. Click on the link below to review a recent concert from the church. Click on this link to watch (or copy to your Internet browser) https://www.facebook.com/israelsonisidor/videos/1267156737045032

Barb Rebentisch, serving in Taiwan, sends Christmas greetings to Timothy and thanks for continuing to support her in prayer and funding. She is working with Taiwanese friends to edit the Chinese translation of a book.

Timothy Lutheran Ministries

Yes it happened, The Ministry One App with the purple background and cross has changed to the “Timothy Lutheran Ministries” App.
If have you downloaded the purple MinistryOne App, you will need to search your App store for the new renamed “App” above. You then just need to enter your email and phone number. It should log you in (phone models and operating systems may vary). We apologize for this inconvenience; it was supposed to be seamless with the above logo just replacing the original one. Please contact Sandy Gregory in the church office (816.228.5300 Ext. 8035) with questions. All modules except Check In (allowing for recording attendance at worship) and Discover (Timothy mission and information) are now available.

2021 First Fruits totals $163,866.92, as of Dec. 5^th.Thank you!

Impact Sunday contributions total $83,755.00, from Oct. 31 through Dec. 5. Thank you!

Red Poinsettias will adorn the RD Mize chancel area on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. If you wish to donate $10 toward the purchase of one, please pick up an envelope for that purpose from the front desk at RD Mize. Feel free to take the plant home after the Christmas Day service or after the Sun., Dec. 26, worship service. Thank you! (Silk poinsettias will decorate the Wyatt Campus.)

Donor Match Program New recurring online giving is encouraged to help Timothy receive a matching gift from its church management system in the first quarter of 2022. Every gift started until Dec. 31 will be matched up to a maximum total of $1,000. More than one installment must be set up. You may set up your recurring gifts through Shelby Giving on the church website or through Timothy’s new ministry app. Thank you for considering this easy, generous and secure opportunity.

Offering Envelopes are available on tables in the lobby of each campus to use during the time designated for offerings in worship. A sheet of labels for the special services during 2022 are also available and can be attached to the regular envelopes.

Job Opportunity TLS part-time pre-school teacher; mornings 7am-noon M-F; max 29.5 hrs/wk; salary between $12 & $13.50/hr; deadline to apply, Dec. 30, 2021; start date, Jan. 3, 2022; contact Ken Holland (kenh@timothylutheran.com or 816.228.5300 Ext. 8015) with questions and to apply.

December Food Donations will be delivered to BS Community Services League. Instant dry milk, brownie mixes, cake mixes, canned chicken or tuna, and canned or dried fruit are always appreciated as well as all other food items. Thank you, Timothy, for consistently remembering those in need.

Junior & Senior High Video Scavenger Hunt TOMORROW, Dec. 11, 10am-noon, starts & ends at RD Mize. All junior & senior youth invited; bring friends; contact Pastor Ryan (ryanh@timothylutheran.com) with questions.

Inclement Weather Cancellation Policy As winter approaches, Timothy Church and School will monitor weather conditions closely and strive to hold all services, classes & events unless it is dangerous to travel. Please remember to check Fox 4 News or Timothy’s Facebook page if services, classes, or events need to be canceled.

Ministry One App Have you downloaded Timothy’s new app yet? Please contact Sandy Gregory in the church office (816.228.5300 Ext. 8035) with questions. All modules, except Check-In (allowing for recording attendance at worship) and Discover (Timothy mission and information) are now available.

Sunday Morning Faith Roots will not meet at either campus on Sun., Dec. 19. Faith will meet as normal on Sun., Dec. 26, at both campuses.

Thank You, Timothy, for your support of the National Youth Gathering Cookie Walk Fundraiser last Saturday, both to those who provided home-baked cookies and to those who bought them! A total of $1,500 was added to the total fundraising goal of approximately $42,000.

GriefShare meets Thursdays, 6:30-8pm, RD Mize. Child care available. Contact Nancy Nowiszewski (nancyn@timothylutheran.com or 816.228.5300 Ext. 8042) with questions.

DivorceCare meets Mondays, 6:30-8pm, RD Mize. Contact Nancy Nowiszewski (nancy@timothylutheran.com or 816.228.5300 Ext. 8042) with questions.

Sunday Morning Adult Bible Study “Biblical Prophecy”; 10:15-11:15am, Fireplace Room (302), RD Mize; led by Dale Russell.

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

Monday Evening Adult Bible Study (1^st & 3^rd Mondays) “The Prayers of Jesus”; 6:30pm fellowship, 7pm study; Fellowship Hall, RD Mize; led by Roxanne Kerwood.

Tuesday Morning Men’s Bible Study “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 CrossWalk for pre-school through 5^th grade; 6:30-8pm, starts in Fellowship Hall, RD Mize. PLEASE NOTE: No classes on Dec. 15, 22, or 29.

Wednesday Confirmation 6^th-8^th grades; 6-8pm, starts in Room 501, RD Mize. PLEASE NOTE: No classes on Dec. 15, 22, or 29.

Wednesday Senior High Youth Revolution 6:30-8pm, Youth Room (506), RD Mize; led by Ryan Kuecker, Carrie Hochgrebe, and Becky Blatt. PLEASE NOTE: No classes on Dec. 15, 22, or 29.

Thursday Evening Women’s Bible Study “The Women of Easter”; 6:30-8pm, Room 102, RD Mize; led by Miriam Lindemann & Becky Blatt.

Saturday Morning Women’s Bible Study (1^st & 3^rd Saturdays) for all moms, 9-10am, Wyatt 4 G’s; led by Kaye Gray. Contact Kaye if interested in receiving or volunteering in the Baby STEPS ministry (kgray1024@yahoo.com).

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
Diane Mayfield at dianelmayfield@comcast.net,
DougF@TimothyLutheran.com or
Pastor Rod at RodL@TimothyLutheran.com.
Please keep your submission between 200-250 words.