DCE Tim

                                                              Boldly Sharing the Love of Christ.
                                        
 

 

 

Welcome
Mission Trip.
Lutheran Valley Retreat 2007
Serve Day.
Kansas District 2007

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Promoted to Servant

In the business world, a good job title and description can be very valuable.  We often evaluate one another and evaluate our own level of “success” by the significance of our title and the importance of our description.  We seem to have a great need to be esteemed, and employees have even been known to trade an increase in pay for a more important title.                           

The Apostle Paul received his call into God's service in a very dramatic fashion. While traveling on the road to Damascus, "A light from Heaven flashed around him" (Acts 9:3).  Jesus spoke directly to Paul and told him exactly who He was.  A few days later Jesus said Paul was "My chosen instrument to carry My name before the Gentiles and their kings and before the people of Israel" (Acts 9:15).

With this endorsement, Paul could have chosen any title he wished - maybe "God's Chosen Instrument" or "Chief Name Bearer of The Almighty." After all, Paul's new boss was the Creator of the Universe.

But once Paul developed a close relationship with Jesus, he saw Him as one who was, "In very nature God" (Philippians 2:6). But at the same time, Paul saw Jesus as one who "made Himself nothing, taking on the very nature of a servant" (Philippians 2:7).  With this type of role model, Paul was proud to receive his new title.

Romans 1:1  "Paul, a servant of Christ Jesus, called to be an apostle and set apart for the gospel of God."

There is no greater title in God's Kingdom than "Servant of Christ Jesus" - no more significant job description than "Set Apart for the Gospel."  Once Paul understood how Jesus lived and obediently served all the way to the cross, he rejoiced and devoted himself to serving with every last breath; "I will very gladly spend for you everything I have and expend myself as well" (2 Corinthians 12:15).

It's understandably difficult to maintain the walk of a servant. All our worldly training tells us to climb higher and achieve more; but God calls us to love Him and humbly serve as His Spirit leads - nothing more, nothing less. We have been set apart for the gospel, and our lives are to be lived as Christ living through us. We always fall short of God's plan when we attempt to promote ourselves and take control.

Our Heavenly Father has called and offered a permanent promotion which far surpasses anything this world could ever offer. Let’s accept this promotion and take advantage of the many opportunities to serve here at Beautiful Savior. Let’s serve together as we Boldly Share the Love of Christ.

                                                 In His mighty grip,

                                                Tim Koehler, DCE

 
May Events

Men’s group every Saturday morning from 8-10am.  All men are invited to join us as we eat breakfast and talk about what it means to be a man of God. That means you!

HELPING HARVESTERS  JAM, our 3rd-5th grade group, will be going to help our city by going to Harvesters Food Network to help sort and package food for the needy. This is great opportunity to share God’s love with the metro area, plus it is a lot of fun.  More information will follow with dates and times.

May 10th  from 8:00am-2:00pm is our Church Rummage Sale.  All proceeds will go to help send our adults and youth to do mission work in Wisconsin.

Some of the items for sale in the past have been:  washers, dryers, stoves, toys, tables, chairs, couches, easy chairs, lawn equipment, clothes for ALL ages, and MUCH, MUCH MORE!

You can deliver your rummage sale items at these times:

Saturday, May 3, 10:00AM – 2:00PM

Sunday, May 4, until 2:00PM

Monday, May 5, to Thursday, May 8.  Please call to make sure someone is at the church.  We can pick up large items if you are unable to deliver them yourself.

May 11th Eighth Grade Welcome (5:30-8 pm):  To all 8th graders, you are encouraged and invited to join us for a special youth event just for you.  We would like to welcome you to the Senior High ministry and TAG.  It will be a lot of fun and well worth your time. Be looking for your personal invitations!

MAY 18th LVR PARENTS MEETING:  All youth going on the trip and one or both parents/guardians must attend. The meeting will be at Christ Lutheran in Overland Park at 7pm.  

May 18th  Mandatory Mission Trip Meeting. Following second service. Lunch will be provided.

 

     VBS JULY 7 - 11

8:30 - 11:30

 

 

Text Box:      VBS JULY 7 - 11
8:30 - 11:30
 
 
Group Publishing Power Lab Vacation Bible School Curriculum - GREAT for Children's Ministry

  

 

 

 

 

 

 

Note:  We will be asking for donations of men’s used or new white dress shirts to be used for “lab coats” for the VBS students.

Text Box: RENT-A-YOUTH
 Have you started your spring cleaning?
YOU DON’T HAVE TO!
The youth attending this summer’s mission trip are offering their services to the congregation. For a limited time only, you can hire a helping hand. The youth’s profiles are posted in the narthex, and you can choose whom you want to help you. For one hour or one week, it’s up to you.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

  


Meet the Koehler Family 

     Tim Koehler came to Lee's Summit in August of 2000 as a DCE Intern from Concordia University, Seward, Nebraska. He accepted the call as a full-time Director of Christian Education at Beautiful Savior Lutheran Church in 2001. Tim and Heidi got married that same year on October 5. Heidi Koehler is also a DCE for Christ Lutheran Church in Overland Park, Kansas. Heidi graduated from Concordia University in Irvine, California in 1997. Their daughter Avery Grace was born August 9, 2005 and their son Landon Micah was born August 27, 2007.

     My wife Heidi and I have a great love for the youth of this generation. We are eager to share God’s love with them and help them build a life lasting relationship with Jesus Christ. It is our privilege as well as our call to serve the youth and families of this congregation.
     There are few things that can top watching young men and women grow in their faith and their relationship with our Savior Jesus Christ. We invite you to share in this amazing Ministry as we Boldly Share the Love of Christ with our youth and children.

 

 

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