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Cancer:
Carol Hassbaum
Rhonda Bartow
Joan Castellano
Clara Erickson
Samantha Luther
Kathy Goeggel
Kris Bowers
Phil Taylor
Doreen Pivirotto
Betty Zera
Fred Remmert
Linda Ford
Patty Brockmeier
Joanne Baehr
Eric Trickey
Tim Todd
Larry M.
 
Our Missionaries:
The Hansons
The Schultes
Stephanie Lund
Pastor John Loum
 
Hospice:
Shirley Simon
Tom Wangerin
 
Recuperating:
Sao Kosia
Silas Jeffries
Rolland Kegley
Barb Smith
Marcia Bello
Kathleen Hallenbeck
Art Kruger
Becky Benz
Peggy Alexander
Mary Ellen Hagan
Barb Smith
Lillian Roden
Gary Lampe
 
Sick:
Josh Smith
Marcia Bello
Jenna Weinstein
Sarah Vandeveer
Blessing Jardia
Larry Tiemann
Erich Kaelberer
Brianna Lindsey
Norma Baccot
Joyce McCoy
Thomas Evans
Brian Healy
Roy Hesser
Bev Thomas
Molly Benally
Aniken infant having heart surgeries
Kristen Dattoli with auto immune deficiency
 
Our Shut-ins:
Reva Barrett
Doris Bayuk
Jeffrey Black
Erwin Brunsch
 
General Concerns:
Pastor Brighton's call to Timothy
Lindsey-actively being solicited by the Jehovah Witnesses, struggling with her faith
Nicole Woods last weeks of pregnancy
Emily Rall traveling
The people of Sutherland Springs, Texas
 
Mourning:
John Erickson
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This Week @ Timothy
Stewardship:
Because We are Abundantly Blessed
Vital Signs
 Attendance
Sunday 8 a.m.: 74
Sunday 10:45 a.m.: 135
Monday: 23
Guests: 19

Giving
Week of Nov. 12th 
General Fund Needed Each Week $9,758.48
General Fund: 
$7,243.95
Dedicated Fund:  $1,372.00
NEWSLETTER
Nov. 19 - Nov. 25, 2017
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A Note From Pastor Bill: Remember the Lord Your God
In an article written about Thanksgiving, "Thanksgiving is my favorite holiday.  The entire day is spent savoring a delicious feast with family."  Or as one friend shared, "Thanksgiving is the day when I get to spend time with family and fill up on home cooked food."  At the grocery store a woman commented, "I'm so excited, I just can't wait for Thanksgiving. The entire family will be home."
Would you agree there's an extra level of emotion attached to Thanksgiving?  As we gather with family and friends, aren't we excited about being at the table together?  We feel a stronger bond with those around us.  There are more hugs, laughter and tears.  Our senses are on high alert.  Our stomachs growl like never before at the smell of food.  It's an emotional time.  
In a devotional by Henri Nouwen he wrote, "Only a sense of unworthiness can result in a profound (complete) thanksgiving."   A profound thanksgiving expressed in an emotional way but also evident in a change in behavior . .. Continue Reading
CONN ECT AT TIMOTHY
2nd Annual Weihnachtsmarkt
Purchase space at Timothy Lutheran's Christmas Market!
Timothy Lutheran Church is hosting the 2nd annual Weihnachtsmarkt (Christmas Market) on Saturday, December 2.
To encourage more people to purchase booth space at the Christmas market, we have reduced the fee to $15.00 per space!
Contact your vendor friends!
The market itself will run from 11 am - 6 pm in the gated parking lot at Timothy Lutheran, 6704 Fyler Ave. There will be food & drink for all to purchase. The purpose of this event is to engage all ages in our neighborhood and surrounding areas. Timothy's beer brewers will once again create a variety of savory suds to sample in your purchased stein. Send your request for an application for a booth to Marla Steenbock at mjsteenbock@gmail.com.

*Roasters to borrow
*Large mobile fire pits to borrow
*Firewood- Donations
*Cash Donations
Please notify Marla Steenbock at mjsteenbock@gmail.com if you are able to help.

Cookie Sale!
It's that time again!!  As the weather has turned colder, why snowflake-cookies.jpg not turn on the oven and bake some cookies for our Cookie sale at the Christmas market!  We have sold out the last two years, so I know shoppers really appreciate home-baked treats.  If you bake early, simply freeze; cookies should be brought to church by Friday, 12/1.  Questions?  Call Cheryl O'Neill, 314-352-9309.
GROWING TOGETHER
Advent by Candlelight just around the corner!
Signup sheets 
for Advent by Candlelight are in the narthex.  In case you're not familiar with this tradition, the event is for the women of Timothy (scho
ol age and into retirement!).  On Sunday, December 3rd, the first Sunday of Advent, we will meet in the gym at 6:00 p.m. for dessert and a short devotional program.  In the past, we have had women host tables of eight.  The hostess brings her fancy Christmas dishes and decorates with items from home and, of course, candles!  She also makes a dessert and provides a small, inexpensive memento (a bookmark, ornament or the like). This year, you will still be able to host a table, but we will also have many open tables which volunteers will "dress up"; we will also provide the dishes, dessert and favor. The signup sheet will have "OPEN" instead of a hostess' name. We will sing a few Christmas carols, enjoy a yummy dessert and hear a presentation by Noks Shabalala, a graduate student from South Africa studying at Concordia Seminary. We'll share more of Nok's topic in the next couple of weeks, but we wanted to be sure that you would put December 3rd on your calendars!  Hope to see you then!  Questions?  Please contact Jennifer Ebeling or Mary Anne Rall.

IRA Rollovers
Charitable IRA rollovers provide a simple method for qualified owners to transfer a fully taxable asset as a gift to any exempt ministry organization with zero tax impact. 
Contact Kirk Mueller 314-704-4389 kirk.mueller@lfnd.org.

MDO Parent's Night Out

Friday, December 8th, 2017 from 5 - 9 p.m
 Your child(ren) enjoy a fun-filled night of pizza, crafts, games, movies, and fun with children of all ages (2 years and up).  $30 per child ($50 maximum per family).  Payment must be received to reserve your spot.  Contact Kara Emerson at  mdo@timothystl.org.  Please RSVP by December 1st.
SUNDAY SCHOOL NEWS
Parent Sunday School Connection for week of November 19
Lesson 12 Bible Story - God's People Go Home - Ezra 1:3;7:11-28; Nehemiah 2:1-8;12:27-43
"God's People Go Home" is the focus for this week's Sunday School lesson. God used unbelieving kings to restore His exiled people to Jerusalem according to His will. God sent Jesus, the King of kings, to Jerusalem to restore His wayward people to Himself forever. As a family, discuss, "What preparations did the people need to make before they returned to Jerusalem? How can you prepare for worship each week?"
Memory Verse:
Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. Philippians 4:6
STEWARDSHIP
Thank You Steve Meyer Event - TODAY Nov. 19 at The Stellar Hog
As you likely have heard, Steve Meyer has stepped away from a volunteer leadership position in our Sr. Youth ministry after 10 years.  A few weeks ago we presented Steve with a framed photo highlighting the impact of his ministry with statements of appreciation by those touched by his service.  We have also planned another appreciate event for Sunday, November 19.  We invite current and former youth, their families, youth team members past and present, church leaders and anyone else to join us for food and fellowship.  The event will take place at the Stellar Hog (5623 Leona St, 63116) from 3:00-6:00 p.m.  Visit, share, retell, thank, laugh, smile and appreciate a decade of serving teens on youth gatherings, servant events, Bible classes, farm days, and more!
AROUND TOWN
Rall's Phone Numbers
The Ralls will be getting rid of their home phone (314-781-2177).  If you need to get in touch with Pastor Rall, please use his cell phone (314-443-6659) or Mary Anne's cell phone (314-487-7177).  Thank you.

WOL PTL News
The Word of Life PTL would like to thank each of you who has come out to support us at the recent Restaurant Nights.  The money raised allows the PTL to support Word of Life teachers by adding educational materials and resources within each of the classrooms, as well as, providing learning experiences for the entire school.  We wholeheartedly thank you for your continued support!!!
 
WOL Restaurant Night
Mark your calendars because on December 11th, from open to close, the PTL will be sponsoring yet another EAT-and-EARN at Raising Cane's on Hampton (4320 Hampton Ave.).  Please make sure to mention WOL at the time of purchase. 

From LASM
We come to seek your prayers and financial support for LASM's continued growth. LASM provides rides to medical appointments, assist with home repairs and maintenance, offers vital information to coordinate care needs and so much more. We want your help to help this incredible ministry thrive!
When you support LASM, your donations not only help with annual operating expenses but can also ensure the sustainment of this ministry for future generations of seniors in this community. The Legacy Fund will assure core programs are strong, provide the ability to grow LASM services and implement new ones as needs arise.
Already, LASM supporters have made donations of $23,554, and the long-term goal for the Fund is three years of the ministry's operating budget, approximately $150,000. Donors to the Legacy Fund are also invited to become members of the Friends of Carol Ann Circle by pledging a donation and/or bequest of $500.00 or more to the Fund.

Lindenwood Community Blood Drive
There will be an American Red Cross blood drive in our neighborhood on Monday, December 4th .  Every two seconds someone in the U.S. needs blood and the holiday season is an especially critical time.  All members of the Lindenwood Park Community and beyond are invited to support this special drive.  Monday, December 4th, 2:30-7 p.m., St. Michael's Temple - Fellowship Hall, 6520 Arsenal Street.  Register on-line at redcrossblood.org or contact  Libby Crofts at 636-346-7762 for assistance in making an appointment.

Gift Your Time to An Older Adult This Holiday Season
The holiday season is fast approaching and what a wonderful time to make the difference in the life of an older adult.  You could volunteer at a Christmas party, gather a group of friends to go caroling, or "adopt" seniors who are less fortunate.  Contact Kristy Bull at 314.262.8206 or visit Lutheran Senior Services website, LSSLiving.org, for more information.
Save the Date    
Nov. 19, 3-6p.m.    Steve Meyer Thank you at Stellar Hog                                           Restaurant
Dec. 2, 11-6p.m.   Weihnachtsmarkt (Christmas Market)
Dec. 10th              Congregational Meeting
ABOUT US

Timothy Lutheran Church is a congregation of the The Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod established in 1925. We are a culturally diverse St. Louis City church serving as a bold witness to the saving grace of God through Jesus.  We welcome the lost, embrace unified diversity, practice authentic worship, empower servant leaders, and inspire individual outreach.

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