Ministry

MOPS (Mothers of Preschoolers)

MOPS International is dedicated to encouraging women in their journey to be the best moms possible.  This is accomplished through local MOPS group meetings. A MOPS group is a dynamic, inviting environment where women can come - just as they are - to build friendships, be encouraged and gain practical parenting strategies.  All while their children are lovingly cared for in the MOPPETS program. Participation is not limited to members of St. Timothy’s, but is open to all mothers of preschoolers. Two different MOPS groups meet on the first and second Tuesday mornings of each month, in the Carter Avenue Facility. 

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Alcoholics Anonymous (AA)

Four different AA groups meet at St. Timothy's at the Carter Avenue Facility. They are open to all who wish to gain and maintain sobriety. Through the successful work of AA, these groups minister to a broad cross-section of the community.

Monday & Friday at NOON
Monday at 7 pm, Women’s AA
Saturday Evenings at 8:15 pm

Adopted Families

At Christmas time, St. Timothy’s “adopts” several needy families in order to help provide necessities, as well as the “extras” that help make the holiday special. Each year the generosity of our members has been overwhelming.

Christian Life and Service Seminars

C.L.A.S.S. 301 is designed to match members with the ministry opportunities available in and through St. Timothy’s. The course will help people discover their S.H.A.P.E. (Spiritual Gifts, Heart, Abilities, Personality, and Experiences) for ministry and put their individual gifts to work in service of the Lord.
 

FISH

St. Timothy's participates in the community-operated FISH program. FISH is an inter-denominational Christian agency that provides food and other emergency assistance to people in crisis situations. Many people are needed to work as coordinators, grocery baggers, and to answer the telephone. FISH Collection Sunday is the third Sunday of the month. Look for collection bins in the church entryway & Fellowship Hall.
 

Morning Prayer Group

This group meets on Monday mornings at 6:30 am in the Sanctuary. A box is provided in the church entryway where prayer requests may be placed, or you may email the church office  
 

Recovery

Recovery is a community self-help mental health organization, meeting every Monday, 7:30 to 9:30 pm in the church library. Men and women from all walks of life attend these meetings, because they share a common problem; nervous symptoms and fears. Participants receive support and encouragement, and learn how to apply effective methods to the difficulties they experience.
 

Scouting

Several Scouting groups meet regularly at St. Timothy's. Two are connected with our Day School; Brownies and Girl Scouts. Cub Scout and Boy Scout groups, comprised of neighborhood boys and church members also meet here regularly.
 

Service Action Committee (Helping Hands)

Operating as a part of W-ELCA (Women of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America), the Service Action Committee provides temporary assistance to families within the church who are undergoing stressful times; i.e. a death or serious illness. They contact the family to offer support, bring in food, and/or otherwise help as needed.
 

Stephen Ministry

Stephen Ministers are members of St. Timothy’s who have gone through 50 hours of training to provide distinctively Christian care for those who are going through difficult life crises. People who may be helped by Stephen Ministers are those who are: grieving the death of a loved one, living with a debilitating or terminal illness, caring for someone who is ill, going through or recovering from divorce, experiencing job loss, transitioning into retirement, or adjusting to a new family environment. Stephen Ministers are not counselors or pastors. They are trained lay ministers who confidentially care for those who are experiencing a difficult life challenge and could benefit from having someone walk through the life challenge with them.
 

Quilters and Cut Ups

This group meets the first and third Wednesdays of the month at 9:30 am to make quilts, work on various projects, and to enjoy Christian fellowship. Special events are held during the year; some in conjunction with the Super Seniors group. Both men and women are welcome to participate.
 

Other Assistance

There are many other tasks that need to be performed to support the ministry of our church, such as working on the grounds (landscape, painting the buildings and property repair, etc.). Every member of St. Timothy's is urged to take an active role in working together in support of our community. To find out how you may participate, please call the church office for the names of the chairpersons of the various teams and committees.