2016.06.19 Bulletin.pub - St. Timothy Lutheran Church

St. Timothy Lutheran Church
Houston, Texas
Fourth Sunday aer Pentecost
June 19, 2016
Steve Henze, Brad Jurischk, Pastors
Jonathan Goeke, Community of Hope Mission Pastor
Order of Worship
"Rooted: Growing Deep, Living Tall"
~ 8:00 A.M. ~
~ 10:45 A.M. ~
Prelude
Call to Worship
“Our Love is Loud”
Welcome
Call to Worship
“Beautiful Savior” #537
Welcome
Invocation and Confession of Sins
Song of Praise
“God is On the Move”
Assurance of Forgiveness
Confession and Forgiveness
Hymn of Praise
“Oh, For a Thousand Tongues to Sing” #528
Song of Praise
"All of Creation"
Commission Sports and Music Bible Camp
Commission Sports and Music Bible Camp
Prayers of God’s People & The Lord’s Prayer
Prayers of God’s People & The Lord’s Prayer
New Testament Reading ~ Colossians 1:9-14
Gospel Reading ~ John 15:1-5
New Testament Reading ~ Colossians 1:9-14
Gospel Reading ~ John 15:1-5
Nicene Creed
We Bring our Tithes and Offerings
Musical Offering and Hymn of the Day
“Everytime I Feel the Spirit”
Soloist - Christian Schamerhorn
We Bring our Tithes and Offerings
Musical Offering and Song of the Day
“Same Power”
Children’s Church
Sermon Hymn
“How Sweet the Name of Jesus Sounds” #524
The Message
“Rooted: Live to Please God!”
Pastor Steve Henze
Children’s Church
The Message
“Rooted: Live to Please God!”
Pastor Steve Henze
Words of Jesus Concerning Holy Communion
Worship During The Meal
“Famous One”
“Center”
“Only Grace”
“Came to My Rescue”
Hymn of Preparation
“Break Now the Bread of Life”
Words of Jesus Concerning Holy Communion
Worship During The Meal
“This is the Feast”
“Just As I Am, Without One Plea” #570
“On Eagle's Wings” #727
“My Jesus, I Love Thee”
Prayer of Thanksgiving
The Blessing and Closing Song
If you are unable to complete your
attendance / prayer request card at the
offering time, you may place them in the
offering plates located outside the sanctuary
after the service, or connect online
with us via the QR code on page 9.
Prayer of Thanksgiving
The Blessing and Closing Hymn
“Sent Forth By God's Blessing” #643
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Welcome
Welcome in the name of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. We pray that this service will be a joyful, uplifting
celebration of faith for you as you are strengthened through His Holy Word and Sacraments.
Our Vision: We are a Biblical community that is constantly seeking to be more like Jesus.
Mission and Ministry Values of St. Timothy:
We are empowered by the Spirit to worship, study, pray and grow.
We are missionaries to our world and servants to our community.
We intentionally work to grow disciples of Jesus Christ.
We strive to love unconditionally.
We care about physical and spiritual needs inside and outside the church.
Our Guests: We are so glad you have come. Please register your visit with us on the cards titled “Welcome”
found on the table at the Life Center entrance, and place them in the offering plates. We invite
those who wish to learn more about St. Timothy to join us in our Discovery class. Please contact the
church office for the dates and times of the next Discovery class. You are always welcome here!
Nursery: Nursery Care is available directly across from the Sanctuary. KidSpot is open for children. Babies, up
to 36 months, may be taken to the nursery at any time before or during the services. There are
friendly caregivers waiting for your child. Please note the information regarding Children's Church on
page 6. There is a special time of play and learning for children 2 1/2 through PreK during our church
services where you may bring your child instead of the nursery.
Hearing devices are available at the Welcome Desk every Sunday.
Holy Communion
As Lutheran Christians, we practice “close communion” which means as you come to the Lord’s Supper you
affirm that Jesus is your Savior and Lord, and with Lutheran Christians you believe His Body and Blood are
truly present “in, with, and under” the bread and wine and you desire to serve Him faithfully in the
fellowship of the church.
1. I believe that Jesus Christ is God’s Son and my personal Savior, and I am baptized.
2. I believe that I am a sinful human being who needs God’s mercy in Jesus Christ.
3. I personally confess my sins to God and ask for His forgiveness.
4. I believe that Christ is present in this Sacrament and through His Body and Blood,
He forgives all my sins and remembers them no more.
5. I ask for the power of the Holy Spirit to live a God-pleasing life
At St. Timothy we use both the Individual Cup, and the Common Cup, at each Communion Service. Please
come forward when the Ushers indicate. You will then be able to take the Individual or Common Cup as
you desire. If you take the Individual Cup, please hold it until the Pastor instructs you to drink.
The cups in the center of the Communion tray contain grape juice for those who wish to avoid alcohol.
Gluten free wafers are available for those who prefer or have allergies to gluten; just ask for one as you are
handed your wafer.
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Sports and Music Bible Camp
EPIC Moments Sports and Music
Bible Camp is officially here!!
Tomorrow we kick-off our summer Bible Camp from 9am-12pm!
Children 4 years old through completed 5th grade and their
Huddle Coaches will experience God’s mighty power!
All spaces are full and registration is now closed.
If you cannot experience the fun of Sports and Music Bible Camp by being here with
us, you can support the leaders and children in countless ways:
Pray!
Pray that God will work in the lives of children, youth and adults during camp.
Pray that children who have never heard about the life & love of Jesus
will walk through our doors and experience Him.
Donate!
Some children and parents cannot afford to purchase t-shirts and cd’s. The
songs the families hear and the Biblical truths that are shared in the lyrics
and on the shirts will be with these children and parents far beyond
the 5 days they spend at St. Timothy.
The Closing Skills Show and Hamburger Dinner
If your child is attending our EPIC Moments Sports
and Music Bible Camp we invite you to join us on
Friday at 5:30 PM for their Closing Skills Show and a
Hamburger Dinner. At 5:30 PM we will begin serving
hot off the grill hamburgers and hot dogs out at the
pavilion area behind the Annex. At 6:00 PM the
children will perform their new skills for the parents to
see in each area of camp. Starting with Soccer, then to
the Life Center for Basketball, Cheerleading, Gross
Motor Skills and ending with Music and Drama.
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Show
Junior High Mission Trip
St. Timothy's Junior
High youth went on
a LINC Houston
Mission Trip last week.
They helped restore
homes, cleaned-up
neighborhoods and
also helped at the
Houston Food Bank.
August Neighborhood Workshop
Dr. Louise Hays will teach ways to signal the brain to grow connections to parts of
the brain and the body that promote reading comprehension, focus and attention,
and the ability to set a goal, work toward it, and accomplish it...a great basis for
achievement! These connections can grow at any age through specific Brain
Growth and Repair movements. We can stimulate the growth of brain connections
to help develop the ability to learn easily, to grow memory connections, to focus, to process,
and express ideas. Brain Growth and Repair Techniques are designed to do this at any
age. And they are successful. Dr. Hayes will share more at the Workshop August 6, at 9 AM.
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Children’s Ministry
Children's Church 8:00AM Service: Children 2 1/2 through 1st
grade will be dismissed prior to the pastor's message for Children’s
Church in Kids Spot. They will participate in a time of learning
that follows the Sunday School lessons that morning. They will
return to the service immediately following the message.
Children's Church 10:45AM Service: Children ages 2 1/2 to 4 are
invited to Children's Church in Kids Spot, located outside the Life Center. You may
bring your children to Kids Spot anytime before or during the service. Please sign
them in with our loving caregivers and pick them up at the end of the service. The
Pastor will dismiss children of parents who wish to keep their children with them at the
beginning of the service prior to the Message for Children’s Church.
Children in Pre-K-1st grade will be dismissed to attend a separate Children's Church in
the Children's Ministry "Big Room" during the 10:45 service. They will participate in a
time of learning that follows the Sunday School lessons that morning. Children will
return to their families immediately following the message.
Kid Zone
Sunday School in the
Children's Ministry Building at 9:30AM
Calling all
Wild and
Wacky-ones
going into 4th
& 5 th grades:
This summer is about to get WET
Summer is here! In Kid Zone, the learning
(and fun!) doesn’t stop. This summer
children 2 ½ through 4th grade are
invited to join us on a Cave Quest to
discover that Jesus is the light of the
world! As kids dig into the Bible with
creative activities, they’ll soak up lifechanging lessons that really stick.
They’ll build relationships with each
other, apply Bible truths to their lives,
and pray for each other. Join us every
Sunday this summer in the Children’s
Ministry Building from 9:30 - 10:30 AM.
For more information or questions, email
Caroline.Gray@thirstyforJesus.org
On Wednesday, June 29, from 6:30 8:30 PM we are going to have a GIANT
inflatable slip’n slide, water gun
fight, and splat balls – all topped
off with an ice cream sundae party!
Who DOESN’T want to come?!
Bring your towels and bring your
friends!
Email Caroline.Gray@thirstyforJesus.org
to RSVP or with any questions.
For more information on Children’s Ministry events contact Caroline Gray at
Caroline.Gray@ThirstyforJesus.org
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Bible Classes
Join us for Adult Bible classes today at 9:30 AM
Hymns and Their Stories – “Speak to one
The 23rd Psalm – No psalm is as widely
another with psalms, hymns and spiritual
songs.” We have a rich heritage of worship
music, and most hymns were written with
a specific purpose in mind. This class will
explore the scripture basis and background
stories of some of our most well-known
and best-loved hymns, increasing your
expression of praise to our magnificent
God. Various leaders in 102/103.
known as the 23rd Psalm, but we as citydwellers often miss some of the most
poignant meanings as David painted the
picture of Jesus as our Shepherd and
us as His sheep. Come and learn why the
comparison is so accurate and how we can
truly live as His contented flock. Pastor
Steve and Gloria Ruppel in 201.
Young Couples – “Mingling of Souls” Our
Young Singles/College – Pastor Brad leads
culture fosters an attitude toward love and
marriage that is rapidly veering away from
a Biblical perspective. This video study is
taken from the Song of Songs where Matt
Chandler offers God’s design for love and
intimacy. Meets in 203.
the group for the summer on a topic that
is of interest to them as they navigate a
changing world. Meets in 202.
Weekly Bible Studies
Week-day Bible Classes held in the Adult Ed Building will relocate
this week due to our Sports and Music Bible camp using every
room, both downstairs and upstairs. Please see below for arrangements.
Tuesday Morning Women’s Study – Women meet for a study of "Teach Us to Want", a
Right Now Media video and discussion study. We will meet at Elsie Endsley's home this
Tuesday at 9:30 AM. Email Elsie for her address: eendsley@msn.com
Tuesday Evening Study – The "Gospel of Mark" is not meeting this week due to
Bible Camp. We will pick up Mark Chapter 3 the following week.
Wednesday Evening Women’s Study – “The Armor of God” video and discussion study
by Priscilla Schirer. Began June 8th. Led by Helen Daniel and Nancy Hartman at 7:00
PM in the church's Office Conference room this week.
Saturday Morning Men’s Study - A team of men lead a Bible Study for the men of St.
Timothy. We are studying "DOING THE RIGHT THING" hosted by Chuck Colson and
Robert George, moderated by Brit Hume, a 6-week session. Join us for a great way to
start any weekend, Meet in the Office Conference Rm at 7:00 AM.
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Student Ministry
Sr. High Youth Mission Trip: Senior High students
will go to Pocahontas, Virginia to help restore
and remodel homes for the elderly, disabled, and
those less fortunate. This is a week long summer trip
scheduled for July 17 - July 23, which does not
include travel time.
Sr. High FUEL is meeting tonight at 6 PM.
FUEL is our Sr. High Gathering each Sunday. Join us for food, fun and
Bible study as we grow our relationship with each other as well as our
relationship with God. We also use this time on occasion to get off campus
and do some fun events like bowling, mini-golf, and other activities.
Up-Coming Jr. High Events:
The Jr. High students will go to Six Flags Over Texas on Saturday, July 30.
Money ($35) due to Dan by Sunday, July 23. We will meet at St. Timothy
early Saturday morning and travel to Dallas as a group to have fun at Six
Flags Over Texas. We will return to St. Timothy around 8 PM Saturday.
For more information on Student Ministry events contact Dan Parker at
Dan.Parker@ThirstyforJesus.org
Senior Ministry
Quilters for Christ
The Quilters for Christ
group meets each Tuesday
morning to prepare quilts for
Lutheran World Relief. The
quilts are sent all over the
world and also locally to the
Krause Children’s Home. If
you are interested in helping
in this ministry, contact the
church office. Donations are
always accepted too.
The JOY Group is organizing three
events for August, July and September.
Stay tuned for more info! The JOY
Group provides you and your friends,
anyone age 50 and up, with relaxing, fun and fellowship
bus "day trips" which are provided by Precinct 4's
program "Fun for Seniors". The buses are free, hold up
to 36 passengers and are handicap equipped (you may
bring a younger caretaker). We have about six trips
annually. Check the Thirst Quencher, Sunday Bulletin
and www.ThirstyforJesus.org for details when trips are
announced. Questions? 281-469-2457
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Women's Ministry
The Women's Book Club
The Women's Book Club will meet this Thursday, June 23, in the office conference
room at 7:00 PM to discuss this month's book: The Girl on the Train by Paula
Hawkins. July's book selection is See Me by Nicolas Sparks and will meet July 28th.
For the 2016 Book Club list, email brittany.hartley@thirstyforJesus.org.
Women’s Fall Retreat:
Trinity Pines
"In th e Po tters H ands"
N o vember 11-13, 2016
The 2016 Women's Retreat will be held at Trinity
Pines Conference Center located in Trinity, TX.
Early Bird Registration: $120
June 23 - September 4
Registration fee includes:
4 meals, housing, and a retreat t-shirt.
Registration after September 4 = $135
Gloria.Ruppel@thirstyforJesus.org has more info.
Connect with us!
Find us on Facebook
and Twitter!
“connect online” upcoming events
and online attendance/prayer
request form
www.facebook.com/sttimothylcms
@StTimothyLCMS
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St. Timothy App
Weekly Calendar of Events
Today, June 19
8:00 & 10:45 AM
9:30 AM
12:15 PM
6:00 PM
6:00 PM
Worship Services with Holy Communion
Sunday School and Adult Bible Classes
Set-Up for Sport and Music Bible Camp (any help is appreciated!)
Manantiales de Vida Worship Service
Sr. High FUEL
Mon, June 20
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
6:30 PM
7:00 PM
EPIC Moments Sports and Music Bible Camp
P31 Fitness Boot Camp Class
Board of Directors Meeting
Tues, June 21
8:00 AM
9:00 AM
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
9:30 AM
6:30 PM
Prayer Team Meeting in the Sanctuary
Quilters for Christ in the Annex
EPIC Moments Sports and Music Bible Camp
"Teach Us to Want" Women's Bible Study
P31 Fitness Boot Camp Class
Wed, June 22
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
6:30 PM
7:00 PM
8:30 PM
EPIC Moments Sports and Music Bible Camp
P31 Fitness Boot Camp Class
"The Armor of God" Bible Class in the Office Conference Room
Manantiales de Vida Adult Bible Study
Thurs, June 23
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
6:30 PM
7:00 PM
7:30 PM
EPIC Moments Sports and Music Bible Camp
P31 Fitness Summer Boot Camp Class
Women's Book Club Meeting in the Office Conference Room
Men's (30+) basketball game
Fri, June 24
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
5:30 PM
8:00 PM
EPIC Moments Sports and Music Bible Camp
Sport and Music Bible Camp Closing Program
Manantiales de Vida Worship
Sat, June 25
7:00 AM
8:00 PM
Men's Bible Study
Manantiales de Vida Adult Bible Study
Sun, June 26
8:00 & 10:45 AM
9:30 AM
6:00 PM
6:00 PM
Worship Services
Sunday School and Adult Bible Classes
Manantiales de Vida Worship Service
Sr. High FUEL
Pastor Steve, Craig,
and Caroline off
Pastor Brad, Dan and
Gloria day off
Save the Date for these Upcoming Events:
June 26-July 8th - Germany/Austria/Luther Tour
June 29th - ZONE 45: Wet, Wacky and Wild Wednesday
July 17-23rd - Senior High Mission Trip to Pocahontas, Virginia
July 30th - Jr. High students will go to Six Flags over Texas in Dallas
September 24-29th - Coreluv Mission Trip to Haiti
November 6-12th - Living Water Mission Trip to El Salvador
November 11-13th - Trinity Pines Women's Fall Retreat "In the Potter's Hands"
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Altar Flowers are given to the glory of God:
By Dave and Kären
McRoberts in celebration
of Jim Denbigh's birthday!
By Josh and Alison Scott
in celebration of their son,
Noah's, 10th birthday!
Those Who Serve
This Weekend, June 19, 2016
Sunday ~ 8:00 AM
Sunday ~ 10:45 AM
Acolytes
Dijion Davis/Judy Johnson
Allison Palm/Sophie Flowers
Elders/Deacons
Duane Meyer/Aubrey Hartman/John Ullrich
Readers
TBD
Karen Womack
Prayer Partner
Leslie van Arsdale
Kathy Kolkhorst
Ushers
Ross Friedrichs/Roger Rucker/Fred Gallard/
Jim Riche/Wayne Huebner/Robert Rucker/
Stan Fritsche/Fred Friedrich
Butch Bradt/John Ullrich/Marshall Wickman/
Don Sanderson/Curt Beale/Steve Bachmeier/
Patrick Matthews
Greeters
Desk: Patti Schatte
Lobby: Richard and Irene Drews
Desk: Marshall Preslar
Lobby: Rudy and Sheri Esparza
Tech Team
Roger Gautt/Clint Noack
Laura Shivok
Next Weekend, June 26, 2016
Sunday ~ 8:00 AM
Sunday ~ 10:45 AM
Acolytes
Jaxson Lehrmann
Sophie Flowers
Elders/Deacons
Russell Blue/Dwayne Landry/Cameron Spurgeon
Readers
Prayer Partner
Chris Bregenzer
Jeff Volk
Nancy Rohan
Chrisanne McAuliffe
Ushers
Ron Kaiser/David Smith/Doug Stewart/
John Pemberton/Martin Zanotti/
Herb Newhouse/David McRoberts
Steve Fritsche/Steve Jackson/Rick Gravesmill/
Rob Gravesmill/Randy Knebel/Larry Bathe/
Ted Fisher
Greeters
Desk: Gertie Chennault
Lobby: Rich and Carol Friedrichs
Desk: Elly Nisayas
Lobby: Cindy Baden and Kristin Henze
Tech Team
Roger Gautt/Clint Noack
Laura Shivok
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Serving Our Community
In 2010, St. Timothy committed to “Do Something” by providing 25,000 hours of service to
our community and the world. Each year we have raised our goal and have met and exceeded
our commitment each time. Once again we challenge ourselves to "Do More!"
Our commitment to 35,000 service hours will continue for 2016.
Doing something through service hours is about bringing people together and taking action
that makes a difference - transforming lives and communities through the love of Jesus Christ.
Community service is any act that has a direct impact on the people in our community and
the world for Christ. It can take many different forms, whether it's participating in a ministry at
St. Timothy, volunteering through a community organization, helping with Sunday Services,
going on a mission trip, or simply giving your neighbor a hand.
OUR CURRENT TOTAL FOR 2016 IS 11,683 HOURS.
YOU CAN LOG YOUR VOLUNTEER SERVICE HOURS BY:
1. Going to www.ThirstyforJesus.org and clicking on the members tab OR
2. Write your hours and the event on your Welcome Card and place it in the offering plate.
St. Timothy Ministry Staff
Pastor Steve Henze
Senior Pastor
225
steve.henze@ThirstyforJesus.org
Pastor Brad Jurischk
Pastor of Youth and Family Ministry
250
brad.jurischk@ThirstyforJesus.org
Gloria Ruppel
Director of Missions & Ministry
245
gloria.ruppel@ThirstyforJesus.org
Caroline Gray
Director of Children’s Ministry
224
caroline.gray@ThirstyforJesus.org
Dan Parker
Director of Youth Ministry
248
dan.parker@ThirstyforJesus.org
Craig Harmann
Minister of Music & Celebration
252
craig.harmann@ThirstyforJesus.org
Dave Baden
Director of Finance
238
dave.baden@ThirstyforJesus.org
Laura Shivok
Director of Ministry Operations
222
laura.shivok@ThirstyforJesus.org
James Johnson
Facility Trustee
241
james.johnson@ThirstyforJesus.org
Paulette Snowden
Secretary
221
paulette.snowden@ThirstyforJesus.org
Brittany Hartley
Administrative Assistant
242
brittany.hartley@ThirstyforJesus.org
Kim Jurischk
Director-Bright Beginners Preschool
Alma Wood
Assistant Director
Bonnie Terpstra
Administrative Assistant
Bright Beginners Preschool & Infant Care Staff
228
kim.jurischk@ThirstyforJesus.org
alma.wood@ThirstyforJesus.org
286
bonnie.terpstra@ThirstyforJesus.org
Community Of Hope Mission Church
Pastor Jonathan Goeke Pastor
PJ@Hope68.com
Chris Branscome
Worship Leader
Chris@Hope68.com
Rodrigo Fernandez
Manantiales de Vida Pastor
Manantiales de Vida Mission Staff
14225 Hargrave Road
Houston, TX 77070
Office: 281-469-2457
fax: 281-469-2921
mdv.2016@yahoo.com
Bright Beginners Preschool and Infant Care:
Office: 281-469-2913
E-mail: contactus@ThirstyforJesus.org
Website: www.ThirstyforJesus.org