St. Timothy Lutheran Church

November is a very exciting month. It's important to remember that even though we get less daylight each day, there are other things that make up for it, like All Saints' Day on November 1. We remember those who have gone before us and those saints who walk beside us each day.


Of course, we celebrate Thanksgiving with family and friends. This year, my son, who lives in Dallas, will be flying up. We will all gather at my daughter's house. The last time we were together was Christmas 2021. I'm sure you all have similar plans for that time.


In November, we will finish out the John 3:17 tells us “If anyone has material possessions and sees his brother in need but has no pity on him, how can the love of God be in him?”. We have a calling to help those who need help most.


The greatest example of Jesus' love is his giving of his life on the cross for our sake, to make us God's own children. Life in Christ is not all fun and games.


Not all families get along well together. Some people are very sick, either physically or mentally. People in other parts of the world are surrounded by war, hunger and disease. Let us keep them in prayer, especially. Christ the King is with them, desiring to comfort and help them.


Gracious and holy God, lead us from death to life, from falsehood to truth. Lead us from despair to hope, from fear to trust. Lead us from hate to love, from war to peace. Let peace fill our hearts, our world, our universe; through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord.

Amen. (Evangelical Lutheran Worship)


Pastor Ivy

Pastor's Message

November 2023

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