Bulletin 04.28.2024

Downtown Mitchell

First United    Methodist Church

          310 N Rowley

        Mitchell SD 57301  

Sharing the love of Jesus

from the heart of Downtown     

wifi password: L&ve1234

VERSE FOR REFLECTION: 1 Corinthians 12:12

For just as the body is one and has many members, and all the members of the body, though many, are one body, so it is with Christ.

IN OUR PRAYERS

The Schulz family with the loss of Sandy

The Oster family with the loss of Doug

Katie Stahl

Peggy Melmer

Hank & Bonnie Kor

Ruth Creasey

Blue Sunday, April 28th, a day where churches take time to pray for the victims of child abuse and for those who rescue them. 

BAPTISM

The altar rose is in honor of the baptism of Kyra Marlow.

OFFICE REMODEL

We have started the process of remodeling the office, so please excuse our mess while we undertake this project. We appreciate your patience and understanding. We are excited for the change!

DID YOU KNOW…

…it costs $260 per day to keep our church facilities open and in good condition. This includes utilities, janitorial supplies, insurance, repairs and building improvements.

RADIO BROADCAST (KORN 1490 AM, 101.3 FM 10 AM

There is not a radio broadcast sponsor this week. If you would like to help with this ministry, please let the office know.

LIVESTREAM

Is given by Dave and JoAnn Doering.

OUR WORSHIP OPTIONS ARE:

~ In person each Sunday at 10:00 am

~ Mitchell Telecom channel 110 at 10:00 am

~A link to our livestream is provided on our Facebook page for Sunday Worship: @MitchellsDowntownChurch

~ Radio Broadcast KORN1490 AM & 101.3 FM at 10:00 am, Sunday     

~ Livestream on our website (www.downtownfirstumc.com) live at 10:00 am on Sundays or at any time.

MISSION OF THE MONTH

Haiti Clinic

APRIL “ONE THING”

Our April “One Thing” is $10 gift cards for CASA for an ice cream treat, for example: DQ, McDonalds, Culvers, Zesto.

MAY “ONE THING”

Our May “One Thing” will be Bishop’s Miracle Offering. Each year, churches and individuals in the Dakotas Annual Conference demonstrate their love for God and their neighbors through the Miracle Offering that is presented during worship at our Annual Conference Session. This year the Miracle Offering will be divided among these recipients: The 31:8 Project-human trafficking, Abbott House’s Bridges Therapeutic Foster Care, Recovery Ministry, and the Clergy Sustentation Fund. In addition to giving financially to the Miracle Offering, congregations are invited to collect supplies and backpacks for the Bravery Backpacks program through the 31:8 Project. More information on the backpacks to come.

+ONE

This is week two of Pastor Keith’s sermon series called “+One.” Join us for this entire series as we explore together what God can do when we invite “+ One” into our lives and our faith experience.  Everyone is welcome to bring a + One to worship!

CONFIRMATION SUNDAY

Confirmation Sunday will be Sunday, May 5th. There will be practice for the confirmands on Saturday, May 4th at 10am. Pastor Keith and Jennifer are asking that the youth are here with at least one parent for the practice. Please let Jennifer know if you have questions.

HIGH SCHOOL SENIOR RECOGNITION

High School Seniors will be recognized on Sunday, May 12th. Please submit your senior’s photo and information sheet that you should have received this week to tonya@downtownfirstumc.com. If you have not received a letter or if you have any questions, please let Tonya know.

100 DAYS OF PRAYER

United Methodists from across the Dakotas & Minnesota Conferences are being asked to join in 100 days of prayer beginning April 1. The idea for 100 Days of Prayer emerged out of a desire to cover the following United Methodist events with prayer: General Conference (April 23- May 3 in Charlotte, NC), The Dakotas Annual Conference (June 6-8 in Bismark, ND) and the North Central Jurisdiction Conference (July 10-13 in Sioux Falls, SD). The hope is that these prayers will act as an anchor for those United Methodists who are walking through General, Annual, and Jurisdictional Conference season with mixed emotions.

VBS- 2ND SUNDAYS

VBS Fun Days ALL Summer Long!!! No need to register, just show up!

Bring a friend, +One! For all children preschool-5th grade, 9:45-11:15am.

June 9th: “Young Artists Academy! July 14th: “Christmas in July!”

August 11th: “Destination Back-to-School! September 8th: “First Day of Sunday School and Kick-Off Celebration!” Family Fellowship Fun following worship each 2nd Sunday.  

CHURCH CAMP DISCOUNT

When registering for camp, don’t forget to use our church code to receive 75% off your total camp cost! Church Code:156161CA

SUNDAY SCHOOL AND YOUTH GROUP

Our last day of Sunday School will be Sunday, May 5th. Our last Wednesday night of youth group will be Wednesday, May 8th. Thank you everyone for a great year! Enjoy your summer!

UPCOMING EVENTS

Sat., May 4, Confirmation Practice-10AM

Sun., May 5, Confirmation

Sun., May 5, Last Day of Sunday School

Wed., May 8, Last Day of Youth Group

Thurs., May 9, Love Feast

Sun., May 12, Mother’s Day/Senior Recognition 

 CALENDAR FOR THE WEEK

SUNDAY

9:00 AM          Sunday School/ Confirmation

9:00 AM          Adult Bible Study

10:00 AM        Worship

MONDAY

7:00 PM          DWU Vocal Recital    

7:00 PM          Troop 75

TUESDAY

9:00-11:30 AM DWU Day of Service

1:00-3:00 PM  Sandy Schulz Visitation

4:30 PM          TOPS

7:00 PM          DWU Instrument Recital

WEDNESDAY

6:00 PM          Overflow/Supper

7:00 PM          Youth Group

THURSDAY  

                        NO EVENTS SCHEDULED 

FRIDAY

8:00-5:00 PM  Gail Goehring Piano Guild

1:00 PM          PALS

SATURDAY

8:00-5:00 PM Gail Goehring Piano Guild      

9:00 AM          Handbell Practice

10:00 AM        Confirmation Practice

ORDER OF WORSHIP

Music- Praise Team

Scripture- Kristi Szabo

GATHERING SONGS: My Feet Are on the Rock

                                      Lord Reign in Me                                                                                   

GREETING:                                         

CALL TO WORSHIP:

  L: Raise your hands,

  P: Lift your voices,   

  L: Put a smile on your face,  

  P: For God is good.

  L: Clap your hands,   

  P: Say “Amen!”    

  L: Greet your neighbor,   

  P: For God is here for each person.

  L: God is here for you!!

  P: And God is here for you!!

OPENING SONG: Great Is the Lord

CENTERING WORDS:

CENTERING SONG: Many Gifts, One Spirit

CENTERING PRAYER:                                                                                                            

CHILDREN’S MOMENT: He’s Got the Whole World in His Hands   

BAPTISM:

  Song- I Was There to Hear Your Borning Cry

  Baptismal Covenant II  Pg. 39-43 #1,3,4,8,11,16 UMH

  Song- I Was There to Hear Your Borning Cry

TIME OF PRAYER: Spirit of the Living God   

Silent Reflection~ Pastor’s Prayer ~ The Lord’s Prayer

(I will be alternating between the Traditional and an Alternate that is more contemporary in wording.)

 Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name. Thy kingdom come; thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation but deliver us from evil.  For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, forever. Amen

SCRIPTURE: Acts 6:1-7 & 1 Corinthians 12:4-20

MESSAGE: +One: Needed to Serve!

SHARING OUR GIFTS:

RECEIVING OUR OFFERING: We Are So Blessed  

CLOSING ANNOUNCEMENTS:

SENDING SONG: What a Mighty God We Serve  

BENEDICTION:

 POSTLUDE: What a Mighty God We Serve   

Bulletin 04.21.2024

Downtown Mitchell

First United  Methodist Church

          310 N Rowley

        Mitchell SD 57301 

Sharing the love of Jesus

from the heart of Downtown

  wifi password: L&ve1234

VERSE FOR REFLECTION: Matthew 4:18-20

As he walked by the Sea of Galilee, he saw two brothers, Simon, who is called Peter, and Andrew his brother, casting a net into the sea- for they were fishermen. And he said to them, “Follow me, and I will make you fish for people.” Immediately they left their nets and followed him.

 IN OUR PRAYERS

The Schulz family with the loss of Sandy

The Oster family with the loss of Doug

Katie Stahl

Peggy Melmer

Bonnie Kor

Ruth Creasey

Pray for our farmers who are involved with the spring field work.

THANK YOU

Thank you for your prayers for Stephani. She is still recovering from open-heart surgery from a year ago. She has some heart failure and is waiting for an appointment at a Cleveland Clinic, hoping she will get some help there. God bless you for your prayers. ~Stephani and Marge Scheurendbrand.

RADIO BROADCAST (KORN 1490 AM, 101.3 FM 10 AM

Is given in honor of Stephani Scheurenbrand by her family.

LIVESTREAM

Is given by Dave and JoAnn Doering.

OUR WORSHIP OPTIONS ARE:

~ In person each Sunday at 10:00 am

~ Mitchell Telecom channel 110 at 10:00 am

~A link to our livestream is provided on our Facebook page for Sunday Worship: @MitchellsDowntownChurch

~ Radio Broadcast KORN1490 AM & 101.3 FM at 10:00 am, Sunday     

~ Livestream on our website (www.downtownfirstumc.com) live at 10:00 am on Sundays or at any time.

MISSION OF THE MONTH

Haiti Clinic

APRIL “ONE THING”

Our April “One Thing” is $10 gift cards for CASA for an ice cream treat, for example: DQ, McDonalds, Culvers, Zesto. The mission of First Circuit Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) is to assure a safe, permanent, nurturing home for every abused and/or neglected child by providing a trained volunteer to advocate for them in the court system.  

VOLUNTEER APPRECIATION

Today, April 21st we will take time to recognize all volunteers in our church family. It truly takes a village, and we appreciate every one of you! There will be a small gift and some sweet treats as a token of our appreciation on the 21st following worship service.

K-3rd GRADE ~ THE LORD’S PRAYER

During worship service today, we will witness the K-3rd grade classes complete the Faith Step of reciting “The Lord’s Prayer.”

+ONE

This week Pastor Keith will begin a new sermon series called “+One.” Join us for this series as we explore together what God can do when we invite “+ One” into our faith experience.  Everyone is welcome to bring a + One to worship!

 100 DAYS OF PRAYER

United Methodists from across the Dakotas & Minnesota Conferences are being asked to join in 100 days of prayer beginning April 1. The idea for 100 Days of Prayer emerged out of a desire to cover the following United Methodist events with prayer: General Conference (April 23- May 3 in Charlotte, NC), The Dakotas Annual Conference (June 6-8 in Bismark, ND) and the North Central Jurisdiction Conference (July 10-13 in Sioux Falls, SD). The hope is that these prayers will act as an anchor for those United Methodists who are walking through General, Annual, and Jurisdictional Conference season with mixed emotions.

The Conference will provide materials to help guide us all in this time of prayer. These prayers will resonate with the overall human experience- struggles in our personal lives, anxiety about the state of our nation, hopes or uncertainties about the future- so that any person who reads or hears them will feel like they are giving words to the longings of their heart. Resources can be found at (www.dakotasumc.org) or by clicking this link:

8th GRADE CONFIRMATION STUDENTS

The 8th grade confirmation class will be attending First Lutheran Church on Sunday, April 28th. Their service is at 9:30, so we will be starting confirmation before we leave and finishing class when we get back. Please be at church by 8:45 on this day. Let Jennifer know if you have any questions. 

CONFIRMATION SUNDAY

Confirmation Sunday will be Sunday, May 5th. There will be practice for the confirmands on Saturday, May 4th at 10am. Pastor Keith and Jennifer are asking that the youth are here with at least one parent for the practice. Please let Jennifer know if you have questions.

HIGH SCHOOL SENIOR RECOGNITION

High School Seniors will be recognized on Sunday, May 12th. Please submit your senior’s photo and information sheet that you should have received this week to tonya@downtownfirstumc.com. If you have not received a letter or if you have any questions, please let Tonya know.  

CHURCH CAMP DISCOUNT

When registering for camp, don’t forget to use our church code to receive 75% off your total camp cost! Church Code:156161CA

UPCOMING EVENTS

Thurs., April 25, Love Feast

Sat., May 4, Confirmation Practice-10AM

Sun., May 5, Confirmation

Sun., May 5, Last Day of Sunday School

Wed., May 8, Last Day of Youth Group

Sun., May 12, Mother’s Day/Senior Recognition 

CALENDAR FOR THE WEEK

SUNDAY

9:00 AM          Sunday School/ Confirmation

9:00 AM          Adult Bible Study

10:00 AM        Worship

MONDAY      

7:00 PM          Troop 75

TUESDAY

9:30 AM          Staff

4:30 PM          TOPS

6:30 PM          Church Council

WEDNESDAY

6:00 PM          Overflow/Supper

7:00 PM          Youth Group

7:00 PM          Adult Bible Study

THURSDAY

5:30 PM          Love Feast     

FRIDAY

            NO EVENTS SCHEDULED    

SATURDAY  

9:00 AM          Handbell Practice

ORDER OF WORSHIP

Music- Nancy Nelson

Scripture- Rich Stedman

HYMN SING: Christ Is Alive  318 UMH

                       For the Beauty of the Earth  92 UMH

                       Great Is Thy Faithfulness 140 UMH

                       Sanctuary  2164 TFWS                                                                                        

PRELUDE:

GREETING:                                           

CALL TO WORSHIP:

  L: We gather today for this moment.

  P: We gather in the presence of God and one another.

  L: We gather because we have been invited.  

  P: Invited by friends, family, a coworker, a spouse, an ad,

       an inner nudge…

  L: We have been invited by God to worship,

  P: God also invites us to serve, to learn, to grow, and to love

       one another.

  L: We gather today for this moment.

  P: We gather in the presence of God and one another.

OPENING SONG: He Lives  310 UMH                                                      

CENTERING PRAYER:                                                                                                            

CHILDREN’S MOMENT:   

TIME OF PRAYER:

Silent Reflection~ Pastor’s Prayer ~ The Lord’s Prayer

(I will be alternating between the Traditional and an Alternate that is more contemporary in wording)

 Our Father, who is in heaven, honored be your name.  Your kingdom come; your will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us today our daily bread.  And forgive us our sins, as we forgive those who sin against us.  And lead us, not into temptation but deliver us from evil.  For yours, God, is the Kingdom, and the power, and the glory, now and forever.  Amen                                    

SCRIPTURE: John 1:43-51

MESSAGE: + One: The Power of One                   

SONG: Pass It On  572 UMH

SHARING OUR GIFTS:  

RECEIVING OUR OFFERING:

CLOSING ANNOUNCEMENTS:

SENDING SONG: We Are Called  2172 TFWS                                                

BENEDICTION:  

POSTLUDE:       

Bulletin 04.14.2024

Downtown Mitchell

First United  Methodist Church

          310 N Rowley

        Mitchell SD 57301

Sharing the love of Jesus

from the heart of Downtown

  wifi password: L&ve1234

VERSE FOR REFLECTION: Philippians 4:12-13

I know what it is to have little, and I know what it is to have plenty. In any and all circumstances I have learned the secret of being well-fed and of going hungry, of having plenty and of being in need. I can do all things through him who strengthens me.

IN OUR PRAYERS

Carolrae McCorkell in the death of her brother-in-law

The family of Mary Wingfield with the loss of her daughter Mag

The Schuldt family with the loss of Margaret

Peggy Melmer

Louise Metz

Bonnie Kor

Sandy Schulz

Ruth Creasey

Stephani Scheurenbrand

Our Church Camp Directors & Camp Staff

Storm Mountain: Tanner Clark

Lake Poinsett- Nichole Anderson

Wesley Acres- Paul & Brenda Lint

CELEBRATIONS

Celebrating with our FDC youth, past and present, on their successful season and 40 years of blending music and movement.

NOISY BUCKETS

Today is Noisy Buckets! All donations will be donated to Mitchell Snack Pack Program.

BAPTISM

The altar rose is in honor of the baptism of Harper Ruth Fuhrer.

RADIO BROADCAST (KORN 1490 AM, 101.3 FM 10 AM

Is given in honor of Lyle Swenson’s 89th birthday, by his family.

LIVESTREAM

Is given anonymously.

OUR WORSHIP OPTIONS ARE:

~ In person each Sunday at 10:00 am

~ Mitchell Telecom channel 110 at 10:00 am

~A link to our livestream is provided on our Facebook page for Sunday Worship: @MitchellsDowntownChurch

~ Radio Broadcast KORN1490 AM & 101.3 FM at 10:00 am, Sunday     

~ Livestream on our website (www.downtownfirstumc.com) live at 10:00 am on Sundays or at any time.

MISSION OF THE MONTH

Haiti Clinic

APRIL “ONE THING”

Our April “One Thing” is $10 gift cards for CASA for an ice cream treat, for example: DQ, McDonalds, Culvers, Zesto. The mission of First Circuit Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) is to assure a safe, permanent, nurturing home for every abused and/or neglected child by providing a trained volunteer to advocate for them in the court system.

BLOOD PRESSURE SCREENING

The health ministry team will be providing blood pressure screening today Sunday, April 14th prior to worship service. They will be located by the front office.

5th GRADE BRIDGING CELEBRATION

Today, Sunday, April 14th our 5th graders will complete their faith step of transitioning from grade school into our youth group.

NATIVE AMERICAN MINISTRIES SUNDAY

Native American Ministries Sunday celebration is today, April 14th. This offering is collected the third Sunday of Easter and funds urban ministries with Native Americans, scholarships for Native Americans attending United Methodist seminaries and the annual conference Native American ministries.

100 DAYS OF PRAYER

United Methodists from across the Dakotas & Minnesota Conferences are being asked to join in 100 days of prayer beginning April 1. The idea for 100 Days of Prayer emerged out of a desire to cover the following United Methodist events with prayer; General Conference (April 23- May 3 in Charlotte, NC), The Dakotas Annual Conference (June 6-8 in Bismark, ND) and the North Central Jurisdiction Conference (July 10-13 in Sioux Falls, SD). The hope is that these prayers will act as an anchor for those United Methodists who are walking through General, Annual, and Jurisdictional Conference season with mixed emotions.

The Conference will provide materials to help guide us all in this time of prayer. These prayers will resonate with the overall human experience- struggles in our personal lives, anxiety about the state of our nation, hopes or uncertainties about the future- so that any person who reads or hears them will feel like they are giving words to the longings of their heart. Resources can be found at (www.dakotasumc.org) or by clicking this link:

https://www.dakotasumc.org/news/100-days-of-prayer-launches-on-april-1

+ONE

Next week Pastor Keith begins a new sermon series called “+One.” Join us for this series as we explore together what God can do when we invite “+ One” into our faith experience. Next week, everyone is welcome to bring a + One to worship!

VOLUNTEER APPRECIATION

On Sunday, April 21st we will take time to recognize all volunteers in our church family. It truly takes a village, and we appreciate every one of you! There will be a small gift and some sweet treats as a token of our appreciation on the 21st following worship service.

K-3rd GRADE ~ THE LORD’S PRAYER

Join us on Sunday, April 21st as we witness the K-3rd grade classes complete the Faith Step of reciting “The Lord’s Prayer.” 

8th GRADE CONFIRMATION STUDENTS

The 8th grade confirmation class will be attending First Lutheran Church on Sunday, April 28th. Their service is at 9:30, so we will be starting confirmation before we leave and finishing class when we get back. Please be at church by 8:45 on this day. Let Jennifer know if you have any questions. 

 UPCOMING EVENTS

Sun., April 21, K-3rd Grade Lord’s Prayer Presentation

Sun., April 21, All Church Volunteer Appreciation

Thurs., April 25, Love Feast

Sat., May 4, Confirmation Practice-10AM

Sun., May 5, Confirmation

Sun., May 12, Mother’s Day/Senior Recognition

SUNDAY

9:00 AM          Sunday School/ Confirmation

9:00 AM          Adult Bible Study

10:00 AM        Worship

2:00 PM          MACA

6:00 PM          Pack 75

MONDAY      

7:00 PM          Finance

7:00 PM          Troop 75

TUESDAY

9:30 AM          Staff

4:30 PM          TOPS

5:30 PM          Heart & Sole

6:30 PM          Cub Scouts

WEDNESDAY

6:00 PM          Overflow/Supper

7:00 PM          Youth Group

7:00 PM          Adult Bible Study

7:00 PM          SPR

THURSDAY

1:00 PM          United Women in Faith

7:00 PM          United Women in Faith II       

FRIDAY

1:00 PM          PALS       

SATURDAY  

9:00 AM          Handbell Practice

ORDER OF WORSHIP

Music- Praise Team

Scripture- Jo Freier

GATHERING SONGS: Majesty, Worship His Majesty

                                      Praise Him, Praise Him!                                                                                       

GREETING:                                      

CALL TO WORSHIP:

  L: We hear a divine melody,

  P: We feel an inner pull,

  L: Drawing us closer,  

  P: Beckoning us to come near

  L: To the love of God,  

  P: The companionship of Jesus,    

  L: The guidance of the Spirit. 

  P: We are drawn to the moment.

  L: Touch us, Holy Spirit. Bring us new life!

OPENING SONG: He Touched Me

CENTERING WORDS:

CENTERING SONG: Glorify Thy Name

CENTERING PRAYER:                                                                                                           

CHILDREN’S MOMENT/BRIDGING CEREMONY: God’s Kid   

BAPTISM:

  Song- I Was There to Hear Your Borning Cry

  Baptismal Covenant II  Pg. 39-43 #1,3,4,8,11,16 UMH

  Song- I Was There to Hear Your Borning Cry

TIME OF PRAYER: He Is Lord  

Silent Reflection~ Pastor’s Prayer ~ The Lord’s Prayer

(I will be alternating between the Traditional and an Alternate that is more contemporary in wording.)

 Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name. Thy kingdom come; thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation but deliver us from evil.  For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, forever. Amen

SCRIPTURE: Matthew 7:1-5 & John 8:31-34

MESSAGE: Life, Faith, & Recovery: Making a List

SHARING OUR GIFTS:

RECEIVING OUR OFFERING: Because He Lives

CLOSING ANNOUNCEMENTS:

SENDING SONG: Easter People

BENEDICTION:

 POSTLUDE: Easter People

Bulletin 04.07.2024

Downtown Mitchell

First United  Methodist Church

          310 N Rowley

        Mitchell SD 57301

Sharing the love of Jesus

from the heart of Downtown  

wifi password: L&ve1234

 VERSE FOR REFLECTION: John 3:16-17

For God so loved the world that he gave his only Son, so that everyone who believes in him may not perish but may have eternal life. Indeed, God did not send the Son into the world to condemn the world, but in order that the world might be saved through him.

 IN OUR PRAYERS

The Wingfield family with the passing of Mag Wingfield Grohs

JoAnn Doering

Matt Barnard

Roger Nelson

Louise Metz

Bonnie Kor

Sandy Schulz

Ruth Creasey

Stephani Scheurenbrand

Our Church Camp Directors & Camp Staff

Storm Mountain: Tanner Clark

Lake Poinsett- Nichole Anderson

Wesley Acres- Paul & Brenda Lint

THANK YOU

I would like to thank everyone for the prayers for Laura Barta Lindquist. She is still battling cancer and is currently undergoing chemo treatments and has other tests that must be done. We thank God for leading her through this journey and for all your prayers. ~ Elaine Barta

 RADIO BROADCAST (KORN 1490 AM, 101.3 FM 10 AM

Is given by J.A Edinger

LIVESTREAM

Is given in honor of Lyle Swenson’s 89th Birthday, which is April 13th, by his family.

OUR WORSHIP OPTIONS ARE:

~ In person each Sunday at 10:00 am

~ Mitchell Telecom channel 110 at 10:00 am

~A link to our livestream is provided on our Facebook page for Sunday Worship: @MitchellsDowntownChurch

~ Radio Broadcast KORN1490 AM & 101.3 FM at 10:00 am, Sunday     

~ Livestream on our website (www.downtownfirstumc.com) live at 10:00 am on Sundays or at any time.

MISSION OF THE MONTH

Haiti Clinic

APRIL “ONE THING”

Our April “One Thing” is $10 ice cream gift cards for CASA. The mission of First Circuit Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) is to assure a safe, permanent, nurturing home for every abused and/or neglected child by providing a trained volunteer to advocate for them in the court system.

CAMP SUNDAY

Today, Sunday, April 7th, we are celebrating “Camp Sunday” in worship. Church camp is so important to our church and our youth, so we invite you to join us for service and to hear all about camp experiences from our youth. If you would like to make a donation for church camps, there will be a lockbox in the Gathering Area.

KONNECT WITH KEITH

If you are interested in learning more about our church and becoming a member, Pastor Keith will lead a membership class “Konnect with Keith” today, Sunday, April 7th at 11:30am. Lunch will be provided and will conclude by 1:30pm.

100 DAYS OF PRAYER

United Methodists from across the Dakotas & Minnesota Conferences are being asked to join in 100 days of prayer beginning April 1. The idea for 100 Days of Prayer emerged out of a desire to cover the following United Methodist events with prayer; General Conference (April 23- May 3 in Charlotte, North Caroline), The Dakotas Annual Conference (June 6-8 in Bismark, North Dakota) and the North Central Jurisdiction Conference (July 10-13 in Sioux Falls, South Dakota). The hope is that these prayers will act as an anchor for those United Methodists who are walking through General, Annual, and Jurisdictional Conference season with mixed emotions.

The Conference will provide materials to help guide us all in this time of prayer. These prayers will resonate with the overall human experience- struggles in our personal lives, anxiety about the state of our nation, hopes or uncertainties about the future- so that any person who reads or hears them will feel like they are giving words to the longings of their heart. Resources can be found on the Conference website (www.dakotasumc.org) or by clicking this link:

https://www.dakotasumc.org/news/100-days-of-prayer-launches-on-april-1

CHURCH CAMP CODE

Don’t forget to use 156161AC to get a 75% discount for camp.

COBORN’S

 Please do not drop off any receipts, Coborn’s has discontinued their receipt program.

NATIVE AMERICAN MINISTRIES SUNDAY

Native American Ministries Sunday celebration is April 14th. This offering is collected the third Sunday of Easter and funds urban ministries with Native Americans, scholarships for Native Americans attending United Methodist seminaries and the annual conference Native American ministries. 

5th GRADE BRIDGING CELEBRATION

Join us Sunday, April 14th as our 5th graders complete their faith step of transitioning from grade school into our youth group.

 UPCOMING EVENTS

Sun., April 14, 5th Grade Bridging Ceremony

Sun., April 21, K-3rd Grade Lord’s Prayer Presentation

Sun., April 21, All Church Volunteer Appreciation

Thurs., April 25, Love Feast

Sat., May 4, Confirmation Practice-10AM

Sun., May 5, Confirmation

CALENDAR FOR THE WEEK

SUNDAY

9:00 AM          Sunday School/ Confirmation

9:00 AM          Adult Bible Study

10:00 AM        Worship

11:30 AM        Konnect with Keith (Membership Class)

MONDAY      

7:00 PM          Trustees

7:00 PM          Troop 75

TUESDAY

9:30 AM          Staff

1:00 PM          PEO

4:30 PM          TOPS

WEDNESDAY

10:00 AM        Family Ministry

6:00 PM          Overflow/Supper

7:00 PM          Youth Group

7:00 PM          Adult Bible Study

THURSDAY

5:30 PM          Love Feast     

FRIDAY

9:00 AM          PALS       

SATURDAY  

9:00 AM          Handbell Practice

1:00 PM          Jim Blade’s Memorial Service

ORDER OF WORSHIP

Music- Christy Wilson, Carolyn Knight, and Youth

Scripture- Jace McManus

GATHERING SONG: Rise and Shine                                                                                       

GREETING:                                  

CALL TO WORSHIP:

L: This is the day.  

P: This is the day that the Lord has made. Let us rejoice in it!   

L: This is the place.    

P: This is the place that the Lord has made. Let us rejoice in it!    

L: Grace is the gift.

P: Grace is the gift that the Lord has made. Let us rejoice in it!

ALL: This is the day that the Lord has made. We come today to

          rejoice in this place for the gifts we have been given.

OPENING SONG: Do Lord

CENTERING PRAYER:                                                                                                           

CHILDREN’S MOMENT: I am a C-H-R-I-S-T-I-A-N  

TIME OF PRAYER: Kum Ba Yah

Silent Reflection~ Pastor’s Prayer ~ The Lord’s Prayer

(I will be alternating between the Traditional and an Alternate that is more contemporary in wording)

Our Father, who is in heaven, honored be your name.  Your kingdom come; your will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us today our daily bread.  And forgive us our sins, as we forgive those who sin against us.  And lead us, not into temptation but deliver us from evil.  For yours, God, is the Kingdom, and the power, and the glory, now and forever.  Amen                    

SCRIPTURE: Luke 15:11-32

CAMP STORIES:

COMMUNION:

 Preparing our Hearts Affirmation from Romans 8:35, 37-39  887 UMH

 Preparing the Elements

 Receiving Communion

PRAYER OF THANKSGIVING:

CLOSING ANNOUNCEMENTS:

SENDING SONG: Give Me Oil in My Lamp                                                 

BENEDICTION:

POSTLUDE: Give Me Oil in My Lamp        

Bulletin 03.31.2024

Downtown Mitchell

First United  Methodist Church

          310 N Rowley

        Mitchell SD 57301

Sharing the love of Jesus

from the heart of Downtown 

wifi password: L&ve1234

Verse For Reflection: John 1:5

The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness did not

overcome it.

IN OUR PRAYERS

JoAnn Doering

Matt Barnard

Roger Nelson

The family of Harlan Phinney with his loss

The family of Marvis Miller with her loss

Louise Metz

Bonnie Kor

Sandy Schulz

Ruth Creasey

Stephani Scheurenbrand

That we would all see the wonder, the power, and the meaning of

 Holy Week!

CELEBRATION

 Andrew Chenoweth & Katie Hartman family with the birth of Charlotte

EASTER LILIES

If you ordered an Easter Lily, please make sure to pick it up after the 8am or 10am service on Sunday.

The office will be closed on Monday, April 1st. Happy Easter!

FLOWERS

The flowers are given in memory of Harlan Phinney and Marvis Miller.

RADIO BROADCAST (KORN 1490 AM, 101.3 FM 10 AM

Is given in honor of Irene Swenson’s 85th birthday, by her family.

LIVESTREAM

Is given by LouOra Houk

OUR WORSHIP OPTIONS ARE:

~ In person each Sunday at 10:00 am

~ Mitchell Telecom channel 110 at 10:00 am

~A link to our livestream is provided on our Facebook page for Sunday Worship: @MitchellsDowntownChurch

~ Radio Broadcast KORN1490 AM & 101.3 FM at 10:00 am, Sunday     

~ Livestream on our website (www.downtownfirstumc.com) live at 10:00 am on Sundays or at any time.

MISSION OF THE MONTH

Abbott House

For over 80 years, Abbott House has devoted their work to providing transformative therapeutic support services for the betterment of youth across the state of South Dakota.

MARCH “ONE THING”

Our March “One Thing” is liquid laundry detergent for The Helping Hand Pantry. The Helping Hand Pantry helps those in need of hygiene items.

APRIL “ONE THING”

Our April “One Thing” will be $10 ice cream gift cards for CASA. The mission of First Circuit Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) is to assure a safe, permanent, nurturing home for every abused and/or neglected child by providing a trained volunteer to advocate for them in the court system.

STAINED GLASS WINDOW UPDATE

Pastor Keith, myself, and the Trustees would like to thank you for the many wonderful gifts that we received for the stained-glass project. Your donations will allow us to restore and provide the Plexi-glass coverings on the East wall windows this spring/summer. The remaining windows, those on the upper balcony on the East side, will be scheduled for spring of 2025.

Thank you so much for your support and donations to this very special project. ~ Jo A. Freier, Stained Glass Window Coordinator

 WHY ARE WE HERE??!!

Reclaiming our “Why”. Our church leadership is asking this question for our church, and we want you, our church family, to help with the answer. Saturday, April 6th a ministry retreat will be held in the chapel from 9:30am-1:30pm to help us with this question. This retreat is open to our church leaders as well as anyone from our church family that is interested in the life and future of our church. If you are planning on attending, please let Keith or Tonya know. This retreat is number 2 of 3 that is being led by Lin VanHofwegen, a Spiritual Director who helps provide clarity, focus, and visions to groups like ours.

CAMP SUNDAY

On Sunday, April 7th, we will be celebrating “Camp Sunday” in worship. Church camp is so important to our church and our youth, so we invite you to join us for service and to hear all about camp experiences from our youth. If you would like to make a donation for church camps, there will be a lockbox in the Gathering Area.

CHURCH CAMP CODE

Don’t forget to use 156161AC to get a 75% discount for camp.

KONNECT WITH KEITH

If you are interested in learning more about our church and becoming a member, Pastor Keith will lead a membership class “Konnect with Keith” on Sunday, April 7th at 11:30am. Lunch will be provided and will conclude by 1:30pm. If you are planning on attending, please call the church office so we can plan accordingly for lunch, 605-996-7721.

THANKS TO MEALS ON WHEELS DRIVERS

I would like to thank the following people who participated recently as drivers for meals on wheels: Joel & Kitty Allen, Nancy Boyd, Mary & Larry Crane, Dr. Theresa Campbell, Dave & JoAnn Doering, Ella Mae Goehring, Neil & Cindy Goter, Kelly Gross, Larry Larson, Conni McCormick, Paul & Ellen Miskimins, Dave Mitchell, Jay Schreurs, Rich Stedman, Leana Stunes, Curt Talley, Deb Wilson, and Dave Wosje. 

COBORN’S

Coborn’s is discontinuing the rebate receipt program as of March 30th. Please do not drop off any receipts after March 30th.

UPCOMING EVENTS

Mon., April 1, Easter Monday- Office Closed

Sat., April 6, Leadership Retreat

Sun., April 7, Konnect with Keith (Membership Class)

Thurs., April 11, Love Feast

Sun., April 14, 5th Grade Bridging Ceremony

Sun., April 21, All Church Volunteer Appreciation

Thurs., April 25, Love Feast

CALENDAR FOR THE WEEK

SUNDAY

8:00 AM          Worship

10:00 AM        Worship

MONDAY       EASTER MONDAY - OFFICE CLOSED

2:00 PM          Cub Scouts

7:00 PM          Troop 75

TUESDAY

9:30 AM          Staff

4:30 PM          TOPS

WEDNESDAY

6:00 PM          Overflow/Supper

7:00 PM          Youth Group

7:00 PM          Adult Bible Study

THURSDAY

            NO EVENTS SCHEDULED  

FRIDAY

            NO EVENTS SCHEDULED         

SATURDAY  

9:00 AM          Handbell Practice

9:30 AM          Leadership Retreat

3:30 PM          DWU Senior Recital

ORDER OF WORSHIP

Music- Nancy Nelson

Scripture Reader- Nora Kohlenberg

PRELUDE:  

CALL TO WORSHIP:

     Skit Guys- Easter It’s a New Day

GREETING:

OPENING SONG: Christ the Lord Is Risen Today  302 UMH      

CENTERING PRAYER:                                                                       

CHILDREN’S MOMENT:  

TIME OF PRAYER:

Silent Reflection~ Pastor’s Prayer~ The Lord’s Prayer

Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name. Thy kingdom come; they will be done on earth as it is in heaven.  Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation but deliver us from evil.  For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, forever. Amen

SCRIPTURE: John 20:1-18

MESSAGE: Our North Star- Love

SONG: Up from the Grave He Arose  322 UMH

SHARING OUR GIFTS:

RECEIVING OUR OFFERING: 

CLOSING ANNOUNCEMENTS:

SENDING SONG:  He Rose  316 UMH                            

BENEDICTION: 

POSTLUDE:                      

~ The church office will be closed on Monday, April 1st.

Bulletin 03.24.2024

Downtown Mitchell

First United  Methodist Church

          310 N Rowley

        Mitchell SD 57301

Sharing the love of Jesus

from the heart of Downtown 

wifi password: L&ve1234

VERSE FOR REFLECTION: Psalm 9:1-2

I will thank you, LORD, with all my heart; I will talk about all your wonderful acts. I will celebrate and rejoice in you; I will sing praises to your name, Most High.

IN OUR PRAYERS

LouOra Houk

Matt Barnard

The family of Rick Miller with his loss

The family of Myron Grosz with his loss

Kimberly Lofgren

Louise Metz

Bonnie Kor

Sandy Schulz

Ruth Creasey

Stephani Scheurenbrand

Laura Barta Lindquist

That we would all see the wonder, the power, and the meaning of

 Holy Week!

CELEBRATION

 Andrew Chenoweth & Katie Hartman family with the birth of Charlotte

EASTER LILIES

If you are interested in purchasing a lily, please fill out the Easter Lily card that is provided for you and turn it into the office. The cost is $18 each and the deadline to order is Sunday, March 24th.

EASTER ART PROJECT

There is a table in the gathering area with the canvases and instructions. All ages are invited to participate! We ask that you bring them back before Friday, March 29th.

 RADIO BROADCAST (KORN 1490 AM, 101.3 FM 10 AM

There is not a sponsor this week. If you would like to help with this ministry, please stop by or call the office.

LIVESTREAM

Is given in honor of Irene Swenson’s 85th birthday, by her family.

OUR WORSHIP OPTIONS ARE:

~ In person each Sunday at 10:00 am

~ Mitchell Telecom channel 110 at 10:00 am

~A link to our livestream is provided on our Facebook page for Sunday Worship: @MitchellsDowntownChurch

~ Radio Broadcast KORN1490 AM & 101.3 FM at 10:00 am, Sunday     

~ Livestream on our website (www.downtownfirstumc.com) live at 10:00 am on Sundays or at any time.

MISSION OF THE MONTH

Abbott House

For over 80 years, Abbott House has devoted their work to providing transformative therapeutic support services for the betterment of youth across the state of South Dakota.

MARCH “ONE THING”

Our March “One Thing” is liquid laundry detergent for The Helping Hand Pantry. The Helping Hand Pantry helps those in need of hygiene items.

EASTER HOLY WEEK CARDS

We have cards available at each entrance to the Worship Center with our Holy Week Services listed. Please take a couple and invite your family and friends to join us for one of our services during Easter.

Holy Week Services:

Palm Sunday ~ March 24, 10am

Maundy Thursday ~ March 28, 7pm

Communion Service

Good Friday ~ March 29, 7pm

Easter Sunday ~ March 31, 8am and 10am

8am “Son has Risen” featuring our youth with

Pastor Keith delivering a message of love.

WHY ARE WE HERE??!!

Reclaiming our “Why”. Our church leadership is asking this question for our church, and we want you, our church family, to help with the answer. Saturday, April 6th a ministry retreat will be held in the chapel from 9:30am-1:30pm to help us with this question. This retreat is open to our church leaders as well as anyone from our church family that is interested in the life and future of our church. If you are planning on attending, please let Keith or Tonya know. This retreat is number 2 of 3 that is being led by Lin VanHofwegen, a Spiritual Director who helps provide clarity, focus, and visions to groups like ours.

CAMP SUNDAY

On Sunday, April 7th, we will be celebrating “Camp Sunday” in worship. Church camp is so important to our church and our youth, so we invite you to join us for service and to hear all about camp experiences from our youth. If you would like to make a donation for church camps, there will be a lockbox in the Gathering Area.

CHURCH CAMP CODE

Don’t forget to use 156161AC to get a 75% discount for camp.

KONNECT WITH KEITH

If you are interested in learning more about our church and becoming a member, Pastor Keith will lead a membership class “Konnect with Keith” on Sunday, April 7th at 11:30am. Lunch will be provided and will conclude by 1:30pm. If you are planning on attending, please call the church office so we can plan accordingly for lunch, 605-996-7721.

INVITE ONE PERSON

The Communications Team has launched a new campaign for 2024 to encourage growth and internal volunteerism, participation in FUMC committees, and attendance at in-person or virtual worship services. Please invite one person to attend worship service, to volunteer on a committee, or to help with an event.

YOUTH

Butter Braids will be delivered on Wednesday, March 27th. If you sold any, please make plans to pick them up. There is not room to store them at the church and they need to stay frozen. Also, registration for the summer mission trip is due to Cindy on Wednesday, March 27th. If you plan on going you must turn this in. If you have any questions, please let Cindy know.

COBORN’S

Coborn’s is discontinuing the rebate receipt program as of March 30th. Please do not drop off any receipts after March 30th.

UPCOMING EVENTS

Wed., March 27, Butter Braids Delivered

Thurs., March 28, Love Feast

Thurs., March 28, Maundy Thursday 7PM

Fri., March 29, Good Friday 7PM

Sun., March 31, Easter 8AM & 10AM

Mon., April 1, Easter Monday- Office Closed

Sat., April 6, Leadership Retreat

CALENDAR FOR THE WEEK

SUNDAY

9:00 AM          Sunday School

9:00 AM          Adult Bible Study

10:00 AM        Worship

7:00 PM          Lenten Study (last class)

MONDAY

7:00 PM          Troop 75

TUESDAY

9:30 AM          Staff

1:00 PM          PEO

4:30 PM          TOPS

6:30 PM          Church Council

WEDNESDAY

5:30 PM          Youth Practice for 8AM Easter Service

6:00 PM          Overflow/Supper

7:00 PM          Youth Group

7:00 PM          Adult Bible Study

THURSDAY  

7:00 PM          Maundy Thursday Service

FRIDAY         

7:00 PM          Good Friday Service

SATURDAY  

2:00 PM          Chenoweth Baby Shower

ORDER OF WORSHIP

Music-Praise Team

Scripture- Theresa Campbell

GATHERING SONGS: Shout to the Lord

                                      A Beautiful Sunday                                                                                     

GREETING:                                         

CALL TO WORSHIP:

  L: With palm branches and joy, we shout…

  P: Hosanna to Christ our Lord!

  L: With blessings and songs we come;

  P: To worship and to praise.

  L: With Hope and anticipation, we wait;

  P: To catch a glimpse of Jesus as he comes by!   

  L: With humility and love;

  P: Christ meets us in this moment. Rejoice!!

OPENING SONG: Sing Children Sing Hallelujah

CENTERING PRAYER:                                                                                                       

CHILDREN’S MOMENT: Sing Hallelujah!    

CENTERING WORDS: 

CENTERING SONG: Sanctuary

TIME OF PRAYER: Lord Listen to Your Children Praying

Silent Reflection~ Pastor’s Prayer ~ The Lord’s Prayer

(I will be alternating between the Traditional and an Alternate that is more contemporary in wording.)

   Our Father, who is in heaven, honored be your name.  Your kingdom come; your will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us today our daily bread.  And forgive us our sins, as we forgive those who sin against us.  And lead us, not into temptation but deliver us from evil.  For yours, God, is the Kingdom, and the power, and the glory, now and forever.  Amen

SCRIPTURE: Luke 19:29-40

MESSAGE: Our Wandering Heart: The UnCelebration!

SHARING OUR GIFTS: 

RECEIVING OUR OFFERING: My Feet Are On the Rock

CLOSING ANNOUNCEMENTS:

SENDING SONG: Soon & Very Soon

BENEDICTION:

 POSTLUDE: Soon & Very Soon

Bulletin 03.17.2024

Downtown Mitchell

First United  Methodist Church

          310 N Rowley

        Mitchell SD 57301

Sharing the love of Jesus

from the heart of Downtown         

wifi password: L&ve1234

VERSE FOR REFLECTION: Psalm 127:1

Unless the LORD builds the house, those who build it labor in vain. Unless the LORD guards the city, the guard keeps watch in vain.

IN OUR PRAYERS

The family of Rick Miller with his loss

The family of Myron Grosz with his loss

Kimberly Lofgren

Louise Metz

Bonnie Kor

Sandy Schulz

Ruth Creasey

Stephani Scheurenbrand

Laura Barta Lindquist

All the students, parents, and supporters traveling for tournaments, competitions, activities and events in this busy season.  

EASTER LILIES

If you are interested in purchasing a lily, please fill out the Easter Lily card that is provided for you and turn it into the office. The cards are located at the entrances of our worship center. The cost is $18 each and the deadline to order is Sunday, March 24th.

EASTER ART PROJECT

The Family Ministry team is excited to introduce the Easter Art Project for 2024, “Our Wondering Hearts.” There is a table in the gathering area with the canvases and instructions. All ages are invited to participate! We ask that you bring them back by Sunday, March 24th.

RADIO BROADCAST (KORN 1490 AM, 101.3 FM 10 AM)

Is given by Richard Naser.

LIVESTREAM

Is given anonymously.

OUR WORSHIP OPTIONS ARE:

~ In person each Sunday at 10:00 am

~ Mitchell Telecom channel 110 at 10:00 am

~A link to our livestream is provided on our Facebook page for Sunday Worship: @MitchellsDowntownChurch

~ Radio Broadcast KORN1490 AM & 101.3 FM at 10:00 am, Sunday     

~ Livestream on our website (www.downtownfirstumc.com) live at 10:00 am on Sundays or at any time.

MISSION OF THE MONTH

Abbott House

For over 80 years, Abbott House has devoted their work to providing transformative therapeutic support services for the betterment of youth across the state of South Dakota.

MARCH “ONE THING”

Our March “One Thing” is liquid laundry detergent for The Helping Hand Pantry. The Helping Hand Pantry helps those in need of hygiene items.

EASTER HOLY WEEK CARDS

We have cards available at each entrance to the Worship Center with our Holy Week Services listed. Please take a couple and invite your family and friends to join us for one of our services during Easter.

Holy Week Services:

Palm Sunday ~ March 24, 10am

Maundy Thursday ~ March 28, 7pm

Communion Service

Good Friday ~ March 29, 7pm

Easter Sunday ~ March 31, 8am and 10am

8am “Son has Risen” featuring our youth with

Pastor Keith delivering a message of love.

ALTAR FLOWERS

The altar flowers are given in memory of Myron Grosz.

NATALIE’S BIBLE STUDY

This week Natalie is starting a short 7-week study called “One at a Time”, by Kyle Idleman. There will be no book needed. Study will be Sundays at 9am and Wednesdays at 7pm.

 75% OFF CAMP CODE

When registering for camp, don’t forget to use our 75% off church code- 156161CA. Please see Becky if you have any questions.

DID YOU KNOW…

Pastor Keith does a weekly “Faith Break” on Tuesdays? This devotional moment can be found on Downtown First UMC Facebook page or Pastor Keith’s Facebook page.

COURAGEOUS CONVERSATIONS

It is important to learn to talk and listen to one another in respectful ways, even when we may disagree. This is the goal of the organizers of Courageous Conversations and a series of discussions that will be held at DWU. The point is to help our community experience respectful dialogue on difficult topics. The next topic is Should South Dakota Eliminate the 4.5% Food Tax? Tuesday, March 19th, 7pm at the DWU School of Business, Innovations and Leadership Room 117. All Courageous Conversations are free and open to the public.

KONNECT WITH KEITH

If you are interested in learning more about our church and becoming a member, Pastor Keith will lead a membership class” Konnect with Keith” on Sunday, April 7th at 11:30am. Lunch will be provided and will conclude by 1:30pm. If you are planning on attending, please call the church office so we can plan accordingly for lunch, 605-996-7721.

INVITE ONE PERSON

The Communications Team has launched a new campaign for 2024 to encourage growth and internal volunteerism, participation in FUMC committees, and attendance at in-person or virtual worship services. Please invite one person to attend worship service, to volunteer on a committee, or to help with an event.

COBORN’S

Coborn’s is discontinuing the rebate receipt program as of March 30th. Please do not drop off any receipts after March 30th.

UPCOMING EVENTS

Sat., March 23, Confirmation Retreat 8AM

Sun., March 24, Palm Sunday 10AM

Thurs., March 28, Love Feast

Thurs., March 28, Maundy Thursday 7PM

Fri., March 29, Good Friday 7PM

Sun., March 31, Easter 8AM & 10AM

Mon., April 1, Easter Monday- Office Closed

 CALENDAR FOR THE WEEK

SUNDAY

9:00 AM          Sunday School

9:00 AM          Adult Bible Study

10:00 AM        Worship

7:00 PM          Lenten Study

MONDAY

7:00 PM          Finance

7:00 PM          Troop 75

TUESDAY

9:30 AM          Staff

4:30 PM          TOPS

5:30 PM          Heart & Sole

6:30 PM          Cub Scouts

WEDNESDAY  

5:00 PM          Praise Team Practice

6:00 PM          Overflow/Supper

7:00 PM          Youth Group

7:00 PM          Adult Bible Study

7:00 PM          SPR

THURSDAY  

1:00 PM          United Women in Faith

FRIDAY         

1:00 PM          PALS

SATURDAY

8:00 AM          Confirmation Retreat 

9:00 AM          Handbells

ORDER OF WORSHIP

Music- Nancy Nelson

Scripture- Kristy Szabo

HYMN SING: I Love to Tell the Story  156 UMH

                      Turn Your Eyes upon Jesus  349 UMH

                      I Love You, Lord  2068 TFWS

                      The Church’s One Foundation  545 UMH                                                                                        

PRELUDE:

GREETING:                                      

CALL TO WORSHIP:

  L: On this fine day, look up and out…

  P: See the people yearning for meaning, hungering for truth,

       searching for God.

  L: Look up and look far…

  P: See the wounded bearing their grief; see the stranger longing

      to be welcomed; see the frightened fearing another rejection.  

  L: Look up and look within…

  P: See the hurt within us that longs to be healed; see the sin

      that begs for forgiveness; see the timid part of ourselves

      that desires release and power.

  L: Look up and look deep…

  P: See Christ with arms open wide, with eyes filled with love,

       with our name on his lips.

  L: Look up and rejoice…

  P: Sing praise to God who welcomes us and welcomes all.

       Welcome home!

OPENING SONG: Blessed Assurance  369 UMH                                                    

CENTERING PRAYER:                                                                                                             

CHILDREN’S MOMENT:   

TIME OF PRAYER:

Silent Reflection~ Pastor’s Prayer ~ The Lord’s Prayer

(I will be alternating between the Traditional and an Alternate that is more contemporary in wording)

 Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name. Thy kingdom come; thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation but deliver us from evil.  For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, forever. Amen                                    

SCRIPTURE: Proverbs 6:6-11, John 15:9-13

MESSAGE: Our Wondering Heart: A Little Folding of the Hands…                  

SONG: Take Time to Be Holy  Vs.1,2,4  395 UMH

SHARING OUR GIFTS:

RECEIVING OUR OFFERING:

CLOSING ANNOUNCEMENTS:

SENDING SONG: We Are Called  2172 TFWS                                                

BENEDICTION:

POSTLUDE:       

Bulletin 03.10.2024

Downtown Mitchell

First United  Methodist Church

          310 N Rowley

        Mitchell SD 57301

Sharing the love of Jesus

from the heart of Downtown 

  wifi password: L&ve1234

VERSE FOR REFLECTION: John 3:20-21

All who do wicked things hate the light and don’t come to the light for fear that their actions will be exposed to the light. Whoever does the truth comes to the light so that it can be seen that their actions were done in God.

IN OUR PRAYERS

Kimberly Lofgren

The family of Ray Lapka for his loss

The family of Robert Hall for his loss

Paul Swenson

Bonnie Kor

Sandy Schulz

Ruth Creasey

Stephani Scheurenbrand

Laura Barta Lindquist

All the students, parents, and supporters traveling for tournaments, competitions, activities and events in this busy season.  

HORNS AND HALOS LENTEN STUDY

Pastor Keith is gone this weekend so there will NOT be a Lenten study Sunday, March 10th. He will resume the study on Sunday, March 17th.

NOISY BUCKETS

Today is Noisy Buckets! All donations will go to Mitchell Weekend Snack Pack which feeds more than 450 Mitchell elementary and middle school students every week.

DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIME

Don’t forget to spring your clocks ahead Saturday night. Daylight savings time begins on Sunday, March 10th.

RADIO BROADCAST (KORN 1490 AM, 101.3 FM 10 AM)

There is not a sponsor this week for radio broadcast. If you would like to sponsor this broadcast, please let us know.

LIVESTREAM

Is given in memory of Ray Lapka by his family.

OUR WORSHIP OPTIONS ARE:

~ In person each Sunday at 10:00 am

~ Mitchell Telecom channel 110 at 10:00 am

~A link to our livestream is provided on our Facebook page for Sunday Worship: @MitchellsDowntownChurch

~ Radio Broadcast KORN1490 AM & 101.3 FM at 10:00 am, Sunday     

~ Livestream on our website (www.downtownfirstumc.com) live at 10:00 am on Sundays or at any time.

MISSION OF THE MONTH

Abbott House

For over 80 years, Abbott House has devoted their work to providing transformative therapeutic support services for the betterment of youth across the state of South Dakota.

MARCH “ONE THING”

Our March “One Thing” is liquid laundry detergent for The Helping Hand Pantry. The Helping Hand Pantry helps those in need of hygiene items.

HOLY WEEK CARDS

We have cards available at each entrance to the Worship Center with our Holy Week Services listed. Please feel free to take a couple and invite your family and friends to join us for one of our services during Easter.

Holy Week Services:

Palm Sunday ~ March 24, 10am

Maundy Thursday ~ March 28, 7pm

Communion Service

Good Friday ~ March 29, 7pm

Easter Sunday ~ March 31, 8am and 10am

8am “Son has Risen” featuring our youth with

Pastor Keith delivering a message of love.

EASTER LILIES

If you are interested in purchasing a lily, please fill out the Easter Lily card that is provided for you and turn it into the office. The cards are located at the entrances of our worship center. The cost is $18 each and the deadline to order is Sunday, March 24th.

EASTER ART PROJECT

The Family Ministry team is excited to introduce the Easter Art Project for 2024, “Our Wondering Hearts.” There is a table in the gathering area with the canvases and instructions. All ages are invited to participate! Please take one per family.

UMCOR SUNDAY-MARCH 10TH

Through the United Methodist Committee Relief (UMCOR), we are able to make a difference in the lives of communities and individuals whose lives have been upset by storms, wars, fires, displacement and climate change. This offering underwrites UMCOR’s “cost of doing business”, allowing 100% of any gift to a specific UMCOR project will go toward that project, not administrative costs. There will be designated envelopes at both entrances of our worship center and at the end of each pew for you to place your offering in.

BUTTER BRAID SALES

Butter Braids deadline is Wednesday, March 13th. Money and orders must be turned in no later than the 13th. You can turn them into the office since there will not be youth group that night. If you have any questions, please let Cindy know.

HELP WANTED

Part time Lead technology person is needed! For a full description of job duties or for an application please stop in the office.

 75% OFF CAMP CODE

When registering for camp, don’t forget to use our 75% off church code- 156161CA. Please see Becky if you have any questions.

DID YOU KNOW…

Pastor Keith does a weekly “Faith Break” on Tuesdays? He just finished working his way through the book of Psalms and has just started the journey through Proverbs. This devotional moment can be found on Downtown First UMC Facebook page or Pastor Keith’s Facebook page.

UPCOMING EVENTS

Wed., March 13, Butter Braid Sales Ends

Thurs., March 14, Love Feast

Sat., March 23, Confirmation Retreat

Sun., March 24, Palm Sunday

Thurs., March 28, Maundy Thursday

Fri., March 29, Good Friday

CALENDAR FOR THE WEEK 

SUNDAY

9:00 AM          Sunday School

9:00 AM          Adult Bible Study

10:00 AM        Worship

11:00 AM        Parent Meeting for Youth Mission Trip

MONDAY

7:00 PM          Trustees

7:00 PM          Troop 75

TUESDAY

9:30 AM          Staff

4:30 PM          TOPS

7:00 PM          Communications

WEDNESDAY  

10:00 AM        Family Ministry

5:00 PM          Praise Team Practice

7:00 PM          Adult Bible Study

THURSDAY  

5:30 PM          Love Feast

FRIDAY         

            NO EVENTS SCHEDULED

SATURDAY  

9:00 AM          Handbells

2:00 PM          In A Village Baby Shower

ORDER OF WORSHIP

Music-Praise Team

Scripture-Kurt Chenoweth

GATHERING SONGS: God Is Good All the Time

                                      Today Is the Day                                                                                    

GREETING:                                         

CALL TO WORSHIP:

  L: Now is the time

  P: To wake from our sleeping,

  L: Throw off our fears,

  P: Discard our excuses.

  L: Now is the time

  P: To walk toward freedom,

  L: To believe in new life,

  P: To turn away from dead ends,

  L: To live new possibilities,     

  P: To sing new songs.

  L: Now is the time

  P: To open our hearts to our awesome God.

OPENING SONG: I Will Call Upon the Lord

CENTERING WORDS:

CENTERING SONG: Make Me a Servant 

CENTERING PRAYER:                                                                                                           

CHILDREN’S MOMENT: Praise Him, Praise Him   

TIME OF PRAYER: To Know You More  

Silent Reflection~ Pastor’s Prayer ~ The Lord’s Prayer

(I will be alternating between the Traditional and an Alternate that is more contemporary in wording.)

   Our Father, who is in heaven, honored be your name.  Your kingdom come; your will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us today our daily bread.  And forgive us our sins, as we forgive those who sin against us.  And lead us, not into temptation but deliver us from evil.  For yours, God, is the Kingdom, and the power, and the glory, now and forever.  Amen

SCRIPTURE: Jonah 4:1-11

MESSAGE: “Jonah, the Original Lonesome Dove”  Dr. Joel Allen

SHARING OUR GIFTS:

RECEIVING OUR OFFERING: There’s a Spirit of Love in This Place  

CLOSING ANNOUNCEMENTS:

SENDING SONG: No Mountain High Enough

BENEDICTION: 

 POSTLUDE: No Mountain High Enough

Bulletin 03.03.2024

Downtown Mitchell

First United  Methodist Church

          310 N Rowley

        Mitchell SD 57301

Sharing the love of Jesus

from the heart of Downtown   

  wifi password: L&ve1234

VERSE FOR REFLECTION: Matthew 11:28-30

“Come to me, all you that are weary and are carrying heavy burdens, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me; for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light.”

IN OUR PRAYERS

The family of Ray Lapka for his loss

The family of Robert Hall for his loss

Paul Swenson

Bonnie Kor

Sandy Schulz

Ruth Creasey

Stephani Scheurenbrand

Laura Barta Lindquist

For all of those dealing with health concerns at this time.

INVITE ONE PERSON

The Communications Team is launching a new campaign for 2024 to encourage growth with internal volunteerism, participation in FUMC committees, and attendance at in-person or virtual worship services. Please join the committee by inviting one person to attend worship service, to volunteer on a committee, or to help with an event.

SHROVE TUESDAY

After expenses were paid, Shrove Tuesday had a profit of $3,400. Thank you again for helping make this event a success.

RADIO BROADCAST (KORN 1490 AM, 101.3 FM 10 AM)

There is not a sponsor this week for radio broadcast. If you would like to sponsor this broadcast, please let us know.

LIVESTREAM

Is given anonymously.

OUR WORSHIP OPTIONS ARE:

~ In person each Sunday at 10:00 am

~ Mitchell Telecom channel 110 at 10:00 am

~A link to our livestream is provided on our Facebook page for Sunday Worship: @MitchellsDowntownChurch

~ Radio Broadcast KORN1490 AM & 101.3 FM at 10:00 am, Sunday     

~ Livestream on our website (www.downtownfirstumc.com) live at 10:00 am on Sundays or at any time.

MISSION OF THE MONTH

Abbott House

For over 80 years, Abbott House has devoted their work to providing transformative therapeutic support services for the betterment of youth across the state of South Dakota.

MARCH “ONE THING”

Our March “One Thing” is liquid laundry detergent for The Helping Hand Pantry. The Helping Hand Pantry helps those in need of hygiene items. The Pantry is housed in the UCC Church in Mitchell.

HOLY WEEK SERVICES

We have cards available at each entrance to the Worship Center with our Holy Week Services listed. Please feel free to take a couple and invite your family and friends to join us for one of our services during Easter.

Holy Week Services:

Palm Sunday ~ March 24, 10am

Maundy Thursday ~ March 28, 7pm

Communion Service

Good Friday ~ March 29, 7pm

Easter Sunday ~ March 31, 8am and 10am

8am “Son has Risen” featuring our youth with

Pastor Keith delivering a message of love.

EASTER LILIES

If you are interested in purchasing a lily, please fill out the Easter Lily card that is provided for you and turn it into the office. The cards are located at the entrances of our worship center. The cost is $18 each and the deadline to order is Sunday, March 24th.

EASTER ART PROJECT

The Family Ministry team is excited to introduce the Easter Art Project for 2024, “Our Wondering Hearts.” There is a table in the gathering area with the canvases and instructions. All ages are invited to participate! Please take one per family.

UMCORE SUNDAY-MARCH 10TH

Through the United Methodist Committee Relief (UMCOR), we are able to make a difference in the lives of communities and individuals whose lives have been upset by storms, wars, fires, displacement and climate change. This offering underwrites UMCOR’s “cost of doing business”, allowing 100% of any gift to a specific UMCOR project will go toward that project, not administrative costs. There will be designated envelopes at both entrances of our worship center for you to place your offering in.

HORNS AND HALOS LENTEN STUDY

Pastor Keith is leading a study during Lent looking at what are referred to as the seven deadly sins, but also looking at the corresponding seven life-giving virtues. The study is being called “Horns & Halos.”  There are workbooks available for $14 in the office if you are interested. The study is being held on Sundays at 7pm at the church.

BUTTER BRAID SALES

Butter Braids are for sale! This is a fundraiser for youth activities, camps, and mission trips. The deadline for ordering is Wednesday, March 13th. Contact any of our youth or Cindy to place an order.

HELP WANTED

Part time Lead technology person is needed! FUMC is looking for someone to oversee the technology responsibilities for Worship services, Livestream, Radio Broadcasts and working with volunteer staff. This person must be available for Sunday morning service and other services as needed. Knowledge of audio and video equipment is helpful, however, willing to train the right person. Wage depends on experience and/or skills. Apply in person at the church office. 

UPCOMING EVENTS

Sun., March 3, Gail Goehring Recital, open to public

Sun., March 10, Daylight Savings Time Begins

Thurs., March 14, Love Feast

Sat., March 23, Confirmation Retreat

Sun., March 24, Palm Sunday

Thurs., March 28, Maundy Thursday

CALENDAR FOR THE WEEK 

SUNDAY

9:00 AM          Sunday School

9:00 AM          Adult Bible Study

10:00 AM        Worship

3:30 PM          Gail Goehring Recital

7:00 PM          Lenten Study

MONDAY

9:30 AM          Ray Lapka Visitation/Funeral

1:00 PM          Round Table

7:00 PM          Troop 75

TUESDAY

9:30 AM          Staff

4:30 PM          TOPS

WEDNESDAY  

6:00 PM          Overflow/Supper

7:00 PM          Youth Group

7:00 PM          Adult Bible Study

THURSDAY   NO EVENTS SCHEDULED

FRIDAY         

9:00 AM          PALS

SATURDAY  

9:00 AM          Handbells

10:00 AM        Cub Scouts

ORDER OF WORSHIP

Music- Christy Wilson, Carolyn Knight & Women’s Group

Scripture- Sharon Broghammer

GATHERING SONGS: Have Thine Own Way, Lord  

                                      How Majestic Is Your Name                                                                                    

GREETING:                                       

CALL TO WORSHIP:

L: One step on the path,  

P: We are returning home.   

L: Drawing closer to God,     

P: We are coming back home.   

L: Seeing the errors we’ve made,

P: We are turning our face toward home.

L: Knowing more about ourselves,

P: Step by step we are on the way home.

L: Trusting in God’s embrace.

P: We are welcomed home!    

OPENING SONG: The Summons

CENTERING PRAYER:                                                                                                            

CHILDREN’S MOMENT: Praise God

TIME OF PRAYER: Come and Find the Quiet Center

Silent Reflection~ Pastor’s Prayer ~ The Lord’s Prayer

(I will be alternating between the Traditional and an Alternate that is more contemporary in wording)

 Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name. Thy kingdom come; thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation but deliver us from evil.  For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, forever. Amen                      

SCRIPTURE: Proverbs 3:5-6 & Luke 9:23-25

MESSAGE: Life, Faith, & Recovery: Surrender

COMMUNION:

  Preparing our Hearts  A Service of Word and Table II  12,13,14 UMH

  Preparing the Elements

  Receiving Communion

PRAYER OF THANKSGIVING:

CLOSING ANNOUNCEMENTS:

SENDING SONG: Living for Jesus                                                  

BENEDICTION:

POSTLUDE: Living for Jesus       

Bulletin 02.25.2024

Downtown Mitchell

First United  Methodist Church

          310 N Rowley

        Mitchell SD 57301

Sharing the love of Jesus

from the heart of Downtown

wifi password: L&ve1234

VERSE FOR REFLECTION: Romans 13:8-9 (CEB)

Don’t be in debt to anyone, except for the obligation to love each other. Whoever loves another person has fulfilled the Law. The commandments, don’t commit adultery, don’t murder, don’t steal, don’t desire what others have, and any other commandments, are all summed up in one word: You must love your neighbor as yourself.

IN OUR PRAYERS

Paul Swenson

Bonnie Kor

Sandy Schulz

Ruth Creasey

Stephani Scheurenbrand

Laura Barta Lindquist

For all of those dealing with health concerns at this time.

CELEBRATIONS

Congratulations to the Mitchell High School Gymnastic Team for their state championship title.

INVITE ONE PERSON

The Communications Team is launching a new campaign for 2024 to encourage growth with internal volunteerism, participation in FUMC committees, and attendance at in-person or virtual worship services. Please join the committee by inviting one person to attend worship service, to volunteer on a committee, or to help with an event.

RADIO BROADCAST (KORN 1490 AM, 101.3 FM 10 AM)

AND LIVESTREAM

Are given in memory of Ashley Moe who passed away 5 years ago, by her family.

OUR WORSHIP OPTIONS ARE:

~ In person each Sunday at 10:00 am

~ Mitchell Telecom channel 110 at 10:00 am

~A link to our livestream is provided on our Facebook page for Sunday Worship: @MitchellsDowntownChurch

~ Radio Broadcast KORN1490 AM & 101.3 FM at 10:00 am, Sunday     

~ Livestream on our website (www.downtownfirstumc.com) live at 10:00 am on Sundays or at any time.

MISSION OF THE MONTH

Love Feast/Back Packs

FEBRUARY “ONE THING”

Our February “One Thing” is non-perishable food items for the Mitchell Food Pantry. The food pantry serves many families in need within our community.

MARCH “ONE THING”

Our March “One Thing” will be liquid laundry detergent for The Helping Hand Pantry. The Helping Hand Pantry helps those in need of hygiene items. The Pantry is located in the UCC Church in Mitchell.

Holy Week Services:

Palm Sunday ~ March 24, 10am

Maundy Thursday ~ March 28, 7pm

Communion Service

Good Friday ~ March 29, 7pm

Easter Sunday ~ March 31, 8am and 10am

8am “Son has Risen” featuring our youth with

Pastor Keith delivering a message of love.

LIVESTREAM

As of February 1st, our livestream platform (Livestream) was bought and changed to Vimeo, a completely new platform. Since this time, we have been experiencing some unfortunate events. We understand that this may be frustrating, so we are asking for patience and understanding and maybe a few prayers as we learn about this new platform. If anyone knows web design and is willing to help with this, please call the office. Thank you!

COMING SOON!

Once again Family Ministries will have an Easter Art Event. A canvas with instructions will be available Sunday, March 3rd.  Families and individuals are encouraged to participate.

PRAYER FOCUS FOR LENT

Our prayer focus for Lent is “Create in me a clean Heart, O God”. Psalm 51:10 At our Ash Wednesday service a heart with a magnet attached was made available for people to take home as a reminder. There are baskets at each entryway to the worship center containing these magnets. Please feel free to take one or two and place them somewhere that you will see it daily and remind you to pray this prayer, just as King David did so many years ago.

HORNS AND HALOS LENTEN STUDY

Pastor Keith is going to lead a study during Lent looking at what are referred to as the seven deadly sins, but also looking at the corresponding seven life-giving virtues. The study is being called “Horns & Halos.” Sin isn’t a popular word in our world today, but it is very real and present. But the good news of our faith is that we don’t have to be dominated by sin. The virtues of the Christian Faith can help us experience freedom from sin. There are workbooks available for $14 in the office if you are interested. The study will begin Sunday, February 25th at 7pm.

BUTTER BRAID SALES

Our youth started selling Butter Braids. This is a fundraiser for their youth activities, camps, and mission trips. Contact any of our youth or Cindy to place an order.

 UPCOMING EVENTS

Sun., March 3, Gail Goehring Recital, open to public

Thurs., March 14, Love Feast

Sat., March 23, Confirmation Retreat

Sun., March 24, Palm Sunday

Thurs., March 28, Maundy Thursday

Fri., March 29, Good Friday

CALENDAR FOR THE WEEK 

SUNDAY

9:00 AM          Sunday School

9:00 AM          Adult Bible Study

10:00 AM        Worship

7:00 PM          Lenten Study

MONDAY

7:00 PM          Troop 75

TUESDAY

9:30 AM          Staff

4:30 PM          TOPS

6:30 PM          Church Council

WEDNESDAY  

6:00 PM          Overflow/Supper

7:00 PM          Youth Group

7:00 PM          Adult Bible Study

THURSDAY  

            NO EVENTS SCHEDULED

FRIDAY         

1:00 PM          PALS

SATURDAY  

9:00 AM          Handbells

2:30 PM          Pack 75

ORDER OF WORSHIP

Music- Praise Team

Scripture- Tim Edwards

GATHERING SONGS: Waymaker

                                      One Heart at a Time                                                                                 

GREETING:                                         

CALL TO WORSHIP:

  L: Are you searching for something that lasts?

  P: Are you hungry for meaning?

  L: Are you thirsting for knowledge?

  P: Are you seeking a blessing?

  L: Come home and connect with God.

  P: Here, find forgiveness and healing.

  L: Here, find a community of care.

  P: Here, find faith and a solid foundation.

  L: Here, we sing, pray, and grow together.

  P: Here, we know we are home!  

OPENING SONG: Downtown (FUMC)                               

CENTERING WORDS:

CENTERING SONG: There’s Something About That Name

CENTERING PRAYER:                                                                    

CHILDREN’S MOMENT: Down in My Heart     

TIME OF PRAYER: Into My Heart   

Silent Reflection~ Pastor’s Prayer ~ The Lord’s Prayer

(I will be alternating between the Traditional and an Alternate that is more contemporary in wording.)

  Our Father, who is in heaven, honored be your name.  Your kingdom come; your will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us today our daily bread.  And forgive us our sins, as we forgive those who sin against us.  And lead us, not into temptation but deliver us from evil.  For yours, God, is the Kingdom, and the power, and the glory, now and forever.  Amen.                                 

SCRIPTURE: I Corinthians 6:12-15a, 19-20 (CEB)

                       I Corinthians 10:23, 24, 31 (CEB)

MESSAGE: Our Wandering Heart: Our Appetites

SHARING OUR GIFTS:

RECEIVING OUR OFFERING: Mighty to Save

CLOSING ANNOUNCEMENTS:

SENDING SONG: Jesus Got Ahold of My Life  

BENEDICTION:

 POSTLUDE: Jesus Got Ahold of My Life

Bulletin 02.18.2024

Downtown Mitchell

First United  Methodist Church

          310 N Rowley

        Mitchell SD 57301

Sharing the love of Jesus

from the heart of Downtown 

  wifi password: L&ve1234

VERSE FOR REFLECTION: John 12:25-26

Those who love their life lose it, and those who hate their life in this world will keep it for eternal life. Whoever serves me must follow me, and where I am, there will my servant be also. Whoever serves me, the Father will honor.

IN OUR PRAYERS

Bonnie Kor

Geri Patzlaff and family with the loss of her brother

Sandy Schulz

Ruth Creasey

Stephani Scheurenbrand

Laura Barta Lindquist

Pray for our church and all the churches of our community as we prepare for a meaningful Lent season.

CELEBRATIONS

The Brandon & Melissa Bartscher family with the birth of Jackson

The Johnna & Justin Ringkob family with the birth of Paden

ALTAR FLOWERS

The altar flowers are in honor of the birth of Paden John Ringkob who was born on February 5th.

BIRTHDAY WISHES

Bonnie Kor is celebrating her 77th birthday on February 21st. There is a birthday card in the Gathering Area for you to sign if you wish. There are also blank note cards if you want to write a more personal wish.

RADIO BROADCAST (KORN 1490 AM, 101.3 FM 10 AM)

 Is given by Darlene Koster.

LIVESTREAM

Is given anonymously.

OUR WORSHIP OPTIONS ARE:

~ In person each Sunday at 10:00 am

~ Mitchell Telecom channel 110 at 10:00 am

~A link to our livestream is provided on our Facebook page for Sunday Worship: @MitchellsDowntownChurch

~ Radio Broadcast KORN1490 AM & 101.3 FM at 10:00 am, Sunday     

~ Livestream on our website (www.downtownfirstumc.com) live at 10:00 am on Sundays or at any time.

MISSION OF THE MONTH

Love Feast/Back Packs

FEBRUARY “ONE THING”

Our February “One Thing” is non-perishable food items for the Mitchell Food Pantry. The food pantry serves many families in need within our community.

PRAYER FOCUS FOR LENT

Our prayer focus for Lent is “Create in me a clean Heart, O God”. Psalm 51:10 At our Ash Wednesday service a heart with a magnet attached was made available for people to take home as a reminder. There are baskets at each entryway to the worship center containing these magnets. Please feel free to take one or two and place them somewhere that you will see it daily and remind you to pray this prayer, just as King David did so many years ago.

HORNS AND HALOS LENTEN STUDY

Pastor Keith is going to lead a study during Lent looking at what are referred to as the seven deadly sins, but also looking at the corresponding seven life-giving virtues. The study is being called “Horns & Halos.” Sin isn’t a popular word in our world today, but it is very real and present. But the good news of our faith is that we don’t have to be dominated by sin. The virtues of the Christian Faith can help us experience freedom from sin. There are workbooks available for $14 in the office if you are interested. The study will begin Sunday, February 25th at 7pm.

INVITE ONE PERSON

The Communications Team is launching a new campaign for 2024 to encourage growth with internal volunteerism, participation in FUMC committees, and attendance at in-person or virtual worship services. Please join the committee by inviting one person to attend worship service, to volunteer on a committee, or to help with an event. 

THANK YOU

Thanks to all who supported, worked, and dined at the Shrove Tuesday Pancake Event. It was a great time. ~Curt T.

BUTTER BRAID SALES

Our youth will be selling Butter Braids starting Wednesday, February 21st. This is a fundraiser for their youth activities, camps, and mission trips. Contact any of our youth to place an order.

COURAGEOUS CONVERSATIONS

It is important to talk and listen to one another in respectful ways even if we disagree with one another. This is the goal for the organizers of Courageous Conversations.  Each Courageous Conversation will frame a dialog around measures that will appear on the South Dakota November ballot. These conversations are held at DWU’s School of Business, Innovation, and Leadership and are free and open to the public. Check out the flyer on the bulletin board for the dates and times and for more information.

STAINED GLASS WINDOW PROJECT UPDATE

The remaining windows to restore and install the clear glass covering are the windows along the back of the church, east side children’s room and above the balcony and the back prayer room.

We are presently waiting to acquire additional funds, via donations, to complete this project. I am planning on restoring several of these smaller windows this spring with Kruse-Stained Glass. Each of these windows will cost $2,652.00 to restore.

I invite you to consider our windows project as an area to donate in memory of a loved one or a personal gift to our beautiful church-stained glass windows.

We are so grateful to all the donors that have made this possible.

Jo A. Freier-Stained-Glass Window Project Coordinator

UPCOMING EVENTS

Wed., Feb 21, Butter Braid Sales Start

Thurs., Feb 22, Love Feast

Thurs., March 14, Love Feast

Sun., March 24, Palm Sunday

Thurs., March 28, Maundy Thursday

Fri., March 29, Good Friday

Sun., March 31, Easter Sunday

CALENDAR FOR THE WEEK 

SUNDAY

9:00 AM          Sunday School

9:00 AM          Adult Bible Study

10:00 AM        Worship

MONDAY

7:00 PM          Finance

7:00 PM          Troop 75

TUESDAY

4:30 PM          TOPS

5:30 PM          Heart & Sole

6:30 PM          Cub Scouts

WEDNESDAY  

6:00 PM          Overflow/Supper

7:00 PM          Youth Group

7:00 PM          Adult Bible Study

7:00 PM          SPR

THURSDAY  

5:30 PM          Love Feast

FRIDAY         NO EVENTS SCHEDULED

SATURDAY  

9:00 AM          Handbells

2:00 PM          Pack 75

Order of Worship

Music- Christy Wilson

Scripture- Kathy Ruml

HYMN SING: My Hope Is Built  368 UMH

                       How Great Thou Art  77 UMH

                       O How I Love Jesus  170 UMH

                       Pass It On  572 UMH                                                                                        

PRELUDE: Morning Prayer

GREETING:                                          

CALL TO WORSHIP:

  L: One season ends, and another begins…

  P: We are called to the journey of Lent

  L: Settle down. Look within.

  P: Be quiet. Listen.

  L: In the stillness, ask deep questions…

  P: Are you on the right path? Are you drawing closer to God?

        Are you more loving?

  L: Now is the time to reflect and pray.

  P: Now is the season for reflection and giving.

  L: Thank God for Lent.

  P: Thank God we take this journey together!

OPENING SONG: Leaning on the Everlasting Arms 

                                  Vs.1,2,3  133 UMH                 

CENTERING PRAYER:                                                                                                           

CHILDREN’S MOMENT: Hallelu, Hallelujah     

TIME OF PRAYER:

Silent Reflection~ Pastor’s Prayer ~ The Lord’s Prayer

(I will be alternating between the Traditional and an Alternate that is more contemporary in wording)

 Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name. Thy kingdom come; thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation but deliver us from evil.  For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, forever. Amen                                    

SCRIPTURE: John 3:1-17  

WORDS FROM DWU STUDENTS:

MESSAGE: Called Out of Darkness

                      Rev. Anthony Purcell- DWU Campus Pastor

SONG: I Have Decided to Follow Jesus  Vs.1,2,3  2129 TFWS

SHARING OUR GIFTS: Ariosa

RECEIVING OUR OFFERING:

CLOSING ANNOUNCEMENTS:

SENDING SONG: Lord, I Want to Be a Christian  Vs.1,2,4  402 UMH                                          

BENEDICTION:

POSTLUDE: Lift Up Your Songs of Praise        

Bulletin 02.11.2024

Downtown Mitchell

First United   Methodist Church

          310 N Rowley

        Mitchell SD 57301

Sharing the love of Jesus

from the heart of Downtown 

wifi password: L&ve1234

VERSE FOR REFLECTION: Proverbs 8:13

The fear of the LORD is hatred of evil. Pride and arrogance and the way of evil and perverted speech I hate.

IN OUR PRAYERS

Bonnie Kor

John Dolejsi and family with the loss of his brother

Geri Patzlaff and family with the loss of her brother

Sandy Schulz

Kathy Mah

Ruth Creasey

Stephani Scheurenbrand

Laura Barta Lindquist

Pray for our church and all the churches of our community as we prepare for a meaningful Lent season.

CELEBRATIONS

The Brandon & Melissa Bartscher family with the birth of Jackson

The Johnna & Justin Ringkob family with the birth of Paden

 NOISY BUCKETS

Today is Noisy Buckets! All donations in the buckets will go Mitchell Weekend Snack Pack which feeds more than 450 Mitchell elementary and middle school students every weekend.

CARD SHOWER

The family of Mary Mountain requests a card shower in honor of Mary’s 90th birthday which is Saturday, February 17th. Cards can be sent to Mary Mountain Good Sam Society 1646 5th Ave. North, Room # 415 Estherville, IA 51334.

RADIO BROADCAST (KORN 1490 AM, 101.3 FM 10 AM)

AND LIVESTREAM

 Are given in memory of Delbert and Margaret Toben by their family.

OUR WORSHIP OPTIONS ARE:

~ In person each Sunday at 10:00 am

~ Mitchell Telecom channel 110 at 10:00 am

~A link to our livestream is provided on our Facebook page for Sunday Worship: @MitchellsDowntownChurch

~ Radio Broadcast KORN1490 AM & 101.3 FM at 10:00 am, Sunday     

~ Livestream on our website (www.downtownfirstumc.com) live at 10:00 am on Sundays or at any time.

MISSION OF THE MONTH

Love Feast/Back Packs

FEBRUARY “ONE THING”

Our February “One Thing” is non-perishable food items for the Mitchell Food Pantry. The food pantry serves many families in need within our community.

SHROVE TUESDAY

Shrove Tuesday is next Tuesday, February 13th! We will have Chris Cakes back again and will also serve pork sausage from Mitchell Locker. We still need help in the kitchen for the morning, afternoon, and evening for this all you can eat event, 11am to 1pm and 4pm to 7pm. Sign up in the Gathering Area today! Thank you!

HORNS AND HALOS LENTEN STUDY

Pastor Keith is going to lead a study during Lent looking at what are referred to as the seven deadly sins, but also looking at the corresponding seven life-giving virtues. The study is being called “Horns & Halos.” Sin isn’t a popular word in our world today, but it is very real and present. But the good news of our faith is that we don’t have to be dominated by sin. The virtues of the Christian Faith can help us experience freedom from sin. This small group experience will meet at the church on Sunday evenings from 7:00pm to 8:15pm. The Sunday worship messages during Lent will also follow this same theme. Come join us for worship and study to help your experience of Lent be meaning-filled. The study will begin Sunday, February 25th at 7pm.  

 ASH WEDNESDAY SERVICE

 Ash Wednesday marks the beginning of our Church Season of Lent. Please join us on Wednesday, February 14th at 6:30pm in our Worship Center for an Ash Wednesday Service, including the imposition of ashes.

BUTTER BRAID SALES

Our youth will be selling Butter Braids starting Wednesday, February 21st. This is a fundraiser for their youth activities, camps, and mission trips. Contact any of our youth to place an order.

LEADERSHIP FORUM WORK

Be sure to stop by the chapel and check out the “blue wall” which represents some of the work done during the leadership forum. The white paper are things that our church has done or is working on. The blue paper is individual or family moments or involvement in our church. Feel free to add your own white or blue paper moments. Just press the paper to the blue surface and it will stick.

COURAGEOUS CONVERSATIONS

It is important to talk and listen to one another in respectful ways even if we disagree with one another. This is the goal for the organizers of Courageous Conversations.  Each Courageous Conversation will frame a dialog around measures that will appear on the South Dakota November ballot. These conversations are held at DWU’s School of Business, Innovation, and Leadership and are free and open to the public. Check out the flyer on the bulletin board for the dates and times and for more information.

STAINED GLASS WINDOW PROJECT UPDATE

The remaining windows to restore and install the clear glass covering are the windows along the back of the church, east side children’s room and above the balcony and the back prayer room.

We are presently waiting to acquire additional funds, via donations, to complete this project. I am planning on restoring several of these smaller windows this spring with Kruse-Stained Glass. Each of these windows will cost $2,652.00 to restore.

I invite you to consider our windows project as an area to donate in memory of a loved one or a personal gift to our beautiful church-stained glass windows.

We are so grateful to all the donors that have made this possible.

Jo A. Freier-Stained-Glass Window Project Coordinator

UPCOMING EVENTS – 2023

Tue., Feb 13, Shrove Tuesday

Wed., Feb 14, Ash Wednesday Service, 6:30PM

Wed., Feb 14, Valentine’s Day

Sun., Feb 18, First Sunday of Lent

Thurs., Feb 22, Love Feast

CALENDAR FOR THE WEEK 

SUNDAY

9:00 AM          Sunday School

9:00 AM          Adult Bible Study

10:00 AM        Worship

MONDAY

7:00 PM          Trustees

7:00 PM          Troop 75

TUESDAY

11:00-1:00       SERVING PANCAKES AND SAUSAGE

4:00-7:00         SERVING PANCAKES AND SAUSAGE

WEDNESDAY  

6:00 PM          Overflow/Supper

6:30 PM          Ash Wednesday Service

7:00 PM          Youth Group

7:00 PM          Adult Bible Study

THURSDAY  

1:00 PM          United Women in Faith          

7:00 PM          United Women in Faith Part II

FRIDAY   

1:00 PM          PALS

SATURDAY  

9:00 AM          Handbells

ORDER OF WORSHIP

Music- Praise Team

Scripture- Susan Dodd

GATHERING SONGS: Here I Am to Worship

                                     Open the Eyes of My Heart                                                                                       

GREETING:                                          

CALL TO WORSHIP:

                  Guided Reflection (led by Pastor Keith)  

OPENING SONG: Humble Thyself in the Sight of the Lord/

                                Awesome God

CENTERING WORDS:

CENTERING SONG: Wonderful Merciful Savior

CENTERING PRAYER:                                                                                                              

CHILDREN’S MOMENT: Kids of the Kingdom    

TIME OF PRAYER: He Touched Me  

Silent Reflection~ Pastor’s Prayer ~ The Lord’s Prayer

(I will be alternating between the Traditional and an Alternate that is more contemporary in wording.)

 Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name. Thy kingdom come; thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation but deliver us from evil.  For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, forever. Amen                               

SCRIPTURE: Genesis 2:15-18, 3:1-13, 11:1-9

MESSAGE: Our Wandering Heart: Pride

SHARING OUR GIFTS:

RECEIVING OUR OFFERING: Potter’s Hand

CLOSING ANNOUNCEMENTS:

SENDING SONG: Leaning on the Everlasting Arms

BENEDICTION:

 POSTLUDE: Leaning on the Everlasting Arms

Bulletin 02.04.2024

Downtown Mitchell

First United   Methodist Church

          310 N Rowley

        Mitchell SD 57301

Sharing the love of Jesus

from the heart of Downtown   

wifi password: L&ve1234

VERSE FOR REFLECTION: Hebrews 4:15-16

For we do not have a high priest who is unable to sympathize with our weaknesses, but we have one who in every respect has been tested as we are, yet without sin. Let us therefore approach the throne of grace with boldness, so that we may receive mercy and find grace to help in time of need.

IN OUR PRAYERS

Peggy Melmer

Bonnie Kor

Robert Olsen

Bonnie Hatzenbuhler

Sandy Schulz

Kathy Mah

 Rose Carson

Arnold Dolejsi

Nancy Laurendeau

Ruth Creasey

Stephani Scheurenbrand

Laura Barta Lindquist

The youth of our church, community, and region, that they continue to grow in Love and in God’s presence.

ALTAR FLOWERS

The altar flowers are given in memory of Adam Crane, whose birthday would have been February 7th, by his mom and dad, Mary and Larry Crane.

RADIO BROADCAST (KORN 1490 AM, 101.3 FM 10 AM)

There is not a sponsor for radio this week. If you would like to sponsor the broadcast, please let us know.

 LIVESTREAM

Is given anonymously.

OUR WORSHIP OPTIONS ARE:

~ In person each Sunday at 10:00 am

~ Mitchell Telecom channel 110 at 10:00 am

~A link to our livestream is provided on our Facebook page for Sunday Worship: @MitchellsDowntownChurch

~ Radio Broadcast KORN1490 AM & 101.3 FM at 10:00 am, Sunday     

~ Livestream on our website (www.downtownfirstumc.com) live at 10:00 am on Sundays or at any time.

MISSION OF THE MONTH

Love Feast/Back Packs

FEBRUARY “ONE THING”

Our February “One Thing” is non-perishable food items for the Mitchell Food Pantry. The food pantry serves many families in need within our community.

SHROVE TUESDAY

Pancakes by Chris’ Cakes and Sausage are back! Tuesday, February 13th 11am-1pm and 4pm to 7pm. All you can eat for $10. Children under 5 eat for FREE. There will be a sign-up table in the gathering area before and after worship service. This event takes a village for its success! So please consider helping.

HORNS AND HALOS LENTEN STUDY

Pastor Keith is going to lead a study during Lent looking at what are referred to as the seven deadly sins, but also looking at the corresponding seven life-giving virtues. The study is being called “Horns & Halos.” Sin isn’t a popular word in our world today, but it is very real and present. But the good news of our faith is that we don’t have to be dominated by sin. The virtues of the Christian Faith can help us experience freedom from sin. This small group experience will meet at the church on Sunday evenings from 7:00pm to 8:15pm. The Sunday worship messages during Lent will also follow this same theme. Come join us for worship and study to help your experience of Lent be meaning-filled. The study will begin on Sunday, February 11th.

ASH WEDNESDAY SERVICE

 Ash Wednesday marks the beginning of our Church Season of Lent. Please join us on Wednesday, February 14th at 6:30pm in our Worship Center for an Ash Wednesday Service, including the imposition of ashes.

PLEASE KEEP US INFORMED

If you or a loved one is hospitalized or in a care facility, and you want Pastor Keith to know please call the office at 605-996-7721. Thank you for your help with this matter.

YOUTH GROUP SUPPERS

We need your help! We have a few Wednesday night youth supper meals that we need your help with! There is a sign-up clip board on the Connection Center desk. If you have questions, please ask Cindy or Becky or you can call the church office.

SUMMER CAMP

Summer camp information is now available. There are pamphlets located by Becky’s office door. Please let us know if you have any questions.

THE LORD’S PRAYER…X2

The question has been raised, why do we use two different versions of the Lord’s Prayer: one being the traditional version and the other being a more contemporary version. This is a great question. It goes back to last year when we did a sermon series focusing on the Lord’s Prayer. At the same time one of the Sunday School classes was also learning about the Lord’s Prayer. The question was asked regarding what certain words meant, mainly because they aren’t words that we use anymore. Then the question was asked if we could use a version of the Lord’s Prayer that used words more like we use today. So, a version of the Lord’s Prayer was found that uses more “contemporary” language, and we’ve been using that one too.

Some people said that they prefer and still use the traditional version all the time. And that’s OK. We’ve also had people tell us that using the two versions of the Lord’s Prayer in worship makes them think more about what the words really mean and what they are praying for.  Using the Lord’s Prayer isn’t just about reciting memorized words, it’s really about a format for prayer that is given to help us connect with God more deeply.

UPCOMING EVENTS – 2023

Thurs., Feb 8, Love Feast

Tue., Feb 13, Shrove Tuesday

Wed., Feb 14, Ash Wednesday/Valentine’s Day

Sun., Feb 18, First Sunday of Lent

Thurs., Feb 22, Love Feast

CALENDAR FOR THE WEEK 

SUNDAY

9:00 AM          Sunday School

9:00 AM          Adult Bible Study

10:00 AM        Worship

MONDAY

1:30 PM          Round Table

7:00 PM          Troop 75

TUESDAY

9:00 AM          Staff

4:30 PM          TOPS

WEDNESDAY  

6:00 PM          Overflow/Supper

7:00 PM          Youth Group

7:00 PM          Adult Bible Study

THURSDAY  

 5:30 PM         Love Feast     

FRIDAY   

6:00 PM          Cub Scouts Lock-In

SATURDAY  

AM                  Cub Scouts Lock-In

9:00 AM          Handbells

ORDER OF WORSHIP

Music- Christy Wilson & Carolyn Knight

Scripture- Kathryn Fuhrer

GATHERING SONGS: My Jesus, I Love Thee  

                              They’ll Know We Are Christians by Our Love                                                                          

GREETING:                                         

CALL TO WORSHIP:

L: We are here to experience the embrace of grace,

P: To let go of hidden worry and overwhelming despair,  

L: To feel a surge of forgiveness, the rush of joy,     

P: To touch hope and linger in mystery,   

L: To hear our name whispered and life affirmed

P: We are here to sing praises, to be renewed, and to

     rediscover peace.    

OPENING SONG: The Gift of Love 

CENTERING WORDS:

CENTERING PRAYER:

CHILDREN’S MOMENT: Jesus Loves the Little Children

TIME OF PRAYER: I Love You, Lord

Silent Reflection~ Pastor’s Prayer ~ The Lord’s Prayer

(I will be alternating between the Traditional and an Alternate that is more contemporary in wording)

 Our Father, who is in heaven, honored be your name.  Your kingdom come; your will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us today our daily bread.  And forgive us our sins, as we forgive those who sin against us.  And lead us, not into temptation but deliver us from evil.  For yours, God, is the Kingdom, and the power, and the glory, now and forever.  Amen.  

SCRIPTURE: Luke 15:11-21

MESSAGE: Life, Faith, & Recovery- A Step Toward Sanity

COMMUNION:

            Preparing our Hearts    Apostles Creed  881 UMH

            Preparing the Elements

            Sharing in Communion

PRAYER OF THANKSGIVING:

CLOSING ANNOUNCEMENTS:

SENDING SONG: O How I Love Jesus                                                 

BENEDICTION:

POSTLUDE: O How I Love Jesus       

Bulletin 01.28.2024

Downtown Mitchell

First United   Methodist Church

          310 N Rowley

        Mitchell SD 57301

Sharing the love of Jesus

from the heart of Downtown

wifi password: L&ve1234

VERSE FOR REFLECTION: 2 Corinthians 12:9

In our imperfections and weaknesses, we can find strength and sufficiency through God’s grace. He can work in and through us, demonstrating His power and transforming our shortcomings into vessels of His glory.”

Romans 15:13

May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him.

IN OUR PRAYERS

 Peggy Melmer

Bonnie Kor

The family of Gary Goudy, with his loss

Robert Olsen

Bonnie Hatzenbuhler

Sandy Schulz

Carl Olson

Kathy Mah

     Rose Carson

Arnold Dolejsi

Louise Metz

Nancy Laurendeau

Ruth Creasey

Stephani Scheurenbrand

Laura Barta Lindquist

The youth of our church, community, and region, that they continue to grow in Love and in God’s presence.

RADIO BROADCAST (KORN 1490 AM, 101.3 FM 10 AM)

There is not a sponsor for radio this week. If you would like to sponsor the broadcast, please let us know.

 LIVESTREAM

Is given by J.A. Edinger.

OUR WORSHIP OPTIONS ARE:

~ In person each Sunday at 10:00 am

~ Mitchell Telecom channel 110 at 10:00 am

~A link to our livestream is provided on our Facebook page for Sunday Worship: @MitchellsDowntownChurch

~ Radio Broadcast KORN1490 AM & 101.3 FM at 10:00 am, Sunday     

~ Livestream on our website (www.downtownfirstumc.com) live at 10:00 am on Sundays or at any time.

MISSION OF THE MONTH

DWU Mission Trip

JANUARY “ONE THING”

Our January “One Thing” is diapers for In a Village, specifically sizes 4, 5, and 6. In a Village is a nonprofit that supports and assists expectant mothers, parents, and caregivers of young children in our community.

FEBRUARY “ONE THING”

Our February “One Thing” will be non-perishable food items for the Mitchell Food Pantry. The food pantry serves many families in need within our community.

MEALS ON WHEELS DRIVERS NEEDED

Our next turn for delivering Meals-On-Wheels is Feb.12 through March 22. If you are willing to be involved in delivery during one of those weeks, or would like more information about what is involved, please contact Dave Mitchell, 605-999-8435, or the church office.

SHROVE TUESDAY

Pancakes by Chris’ Cakes and Sausage are back! Tuesday, February 13th 11am-1pm and 4pm to 7pm. All you can eat for $10. Children under 5 eat for FREE. There will be a sign-up table in the gathering area before and after worship service. This event takes a village for its success! So please consider helping. Tickets are available for purchase in the office if you were accidently missed on our mailing.

WHY ARE WE HERE??!!

Reclaiming our “Why”. An important question every ministry and organization must answer is “Why”…Why do we exist? Why are we here? Why has God put us in this place? These are great questions to ask…and answer. Our church leadership is asking this question for our church, and we want you, our church family, to help with the answer. This coming Sunday, February 3, a Ministry Retreat will be held at our church from 9:30am until about 1:30pm to help us start with this question. This retreat is open to all our church leaders as well as anyone from our church family that is interested in the life and future of our church. If you are planning on attending, please let Pastor Keith or Tonya know. This Saturday’s retreat will be the first of three planned for this year. The retreat will be led by Lin VanHofwegen, a Spiritual Director who works with leaders to provide clarity, focus, and vision.

RESERVING SPACE

 If you need to use a space within our facility for a function or a gathering, it is important to call the church office and schedule your meeting with Tonya. This will ensure the space that you are requesting will be available and it also helps us to make sure we don’t double-book a space. Our open facility is just another way we let this community know we are “Downtown 4 Good!” Thank you!

THE LORD’S PRAYER…X2

The question has been raised, why do we use two different versions of the Lord’s Prayer: one being the traditional version and the other being a more contemporary version. This is a great question. It goes back to last year when we did a sermon series focusing on the Lord’s Prayer. At the same time one of the Sunday School classes was also learning about the Lord’s Prayer. The question was asked regarding what certain words meant, mainly because they aren’t words that we use anymore. Then the question was asked if we could use a version of the Lord’s Prayer that used words more like we use today. So, a version of the Lord’s Prayer was found that uses more “contemporary” language, and we’ve been using that one too.

Some people said that they prefer and still use the traditional version all the time. And that’s OK. We’ve also had people tell us that using the two versions of the Lord’s Prayer in worship makes them think more about what the words really mean and what they are praying for.  Using the Lord’s Prayer isn’t just about reciting memorized words, it’s really about a format for prayer that is given to help us connect with God more deeply.

STAINED GLASS WINDOW PROJECT UPDATE:

Happy New Year!! I felt this was a good time to bring forward the continuing stained glass window project. All the large windows have been restored and the outside clear covering installed. The smaller windows on the west and the south sides of the church are also all restored and the clear covering installed.

The remaining windows to restore and install the clear glass covering are the windows along the back of the church, east side children’s room and above the balcony and the back prayer room.

We are presently waiting to acquire additional funds, via donations, to complete this project. I am planning on restoring several of these smaller windows this spring with Kruse-Stained Glass. Each of these windows will cost $2,652.00 to restore.

I invite you to consider our windows project as an area to donate in memory of a loved one or a personal gift to our beautiful church-stained glass windows.

This has been a 7-year ongoing project, and we are so grateful to all the donors that have made this possible.

Thank you for your prayerful consideration towards the stained-glass windows restoration.

Jo A. Freier

Stained-Glass Window Project Coordinator

Trustees Member

UPCOMING EVENTS – 2023

Sat., Feb 3, Leadership Conference

Thurs., Feb 8, Love Feast

Tue., Feb 13, Shrove Tuesday

Wed., Feb 14, Ash Wednesday/Valentine’s Day

Sun., Feb 18, First Sunday of Lent

CALENDAR FOR THE WEEK 

SUNDAY

9:00 AM          Sunday School

9:00 AM          Adult Bible Study

10:00 AM        Worship

2:00 PM          MACA Meeting

MONDAY

5:00 PM          Love Feast Task Force

7:00 PM          Troop 75

TUESDAY

4:30 PM          TOPS

5:00 PM          Desmond Recital Practice

WEDNESDAY  

6:00 PM          Overflow/Supper

7:00 PM          Youth Group

7:00 PM          Adult Bible Study

THURSDAY  

                       NO EVENTS ARE SCHEDULED      

FRIDAY   

9:00 AM          PALS

7:00 PM          Desmond Recital

SATURDAY  

9:30 AM          Leadership Conference

ORDER OF WORSHIP

Music- Nancy Nelson

Scripture & Message- Youth

PRELUDE: Special music by Macie Schroeder

GREETING:

GATHERING SONG:  Amazing Grace                                         

CALL TO WORSHIP:

    L: I fall

    P: I rise

    L: I make mistakes

    P: I learn

    L: I’ve been hurt

    P: But I’m alive

    L: I’m human

    P: And I’m not perfect

    ALL: But I’m thankful. Amen

OPENING SONG: Reckless Love                      

OPENING PRAYER:                                                                                                          

CHILDREN’S MOMENT: Jesus Loves Me

CENTERING WORDS: 

CENTERING SONG: Doxology

TIME OF PRAYER:

Silent Reflection~ Pastor’s Prayer ~ The Lord’s Prayer

(I will be alternating between the Traditional and an Alternate that is more contemporary in wording)

 Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name. Thy kingdom come; thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation but deliver us from evil.  For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, forever. Amen                               

SCRIPTURE: 2 Corinthians 12:9 & Romans 15:13

MESSAGE:

VIDEO: Imperfections  

SONG: 10,000 Reasons 

MISSION MINUTE:

SHARING OUR GIFTS:

SONG: Trading Our Sorrows

PRAYER OF THANKSGIVING:

INTRODUCTION OF YOUTH & AWARDING KEYCHAINS:

CLOSING ANNOUNCEMENTS: 

SENDING SONG: Days of Elijah                                                                  

BENEDICTION:

SONG: The River      

Bulletin 01.21.2024

Downtown Mitchell

First United  Methodist Church

          310 N Rowley

        Mitchell SD 57301

Sharing the love of Jesus

from the heart of Downtown          

wifi password: L&ve1234

VERSE FOR REFLECTION: 1 Thessalonians 1:4-5a

For we know, brothers and sisters beloved by God, that he has chosen you, because our message of the gospel came to you not in word only, but also in power and in the Holy Spirit and with full conviction.

IN OUR PRAYERS

The family of Julie Fritzemeier, with her loss

 The family of Dave Malde, with his loss

Bonnie Hatzenbuhler

Sandy Schulz

Carl Olson

Kathy Mah

        Rose Carson

Arnold Dolejsi

Louise Metz

Nancy Laurendeau

Ruth Creasey

Stephani Scheurenbrand

Laura Barta Lindquist

For the Dakotas Conference and our church as we begin the Dynamite Prayer Focus.

WINTER CONNECTION

Winter connection is an opportunity for youth to gather, share, worship, and serve others. Any youth in grades 6-12 are invited to attend. This year it will be held at our church on January 26-27. The cost is $40.00 per person, and you must register. There is a flyer with a QR code on the bulletin board or see Cindy for more information.

RADIO BROADCAST (KORN 1490 AM, 101.3 FM 10 AM)

Is given in memory of loved ones by Mary Wingfield.

 LIVESTREAM

Is given by Ron and Sheilah Gates.

OUR WORSHIP OPTIONS ARE:

~ In person each Sunday at 10:00 am

~ Mitchell Telecom channel 110 at 10:00 am

~A link to our livestream is provided on our Facebook page for Sunday Worship: @MitchellsDowntownChurch

~ Radio Broadcast KORN1490 AM & 101.3 FM at 10:00 am, Sunday     

~ Livestream on our website (www.downtownfirstumc.com) live at 10:00 am on Sundays or at any time. 

MISSION OF THE MONTH

DWU Mission Trip

JANUARY “ONE THING”

Our January “One Thing” is diapers for In a Village, specifically sizes 4, 5, and 6. In a Village is a nonprofit that supports and assists expectant mothers, parents, and caregivers of young children in our community.

NOISY BUCKETS

Today is Noisy Bucket Sunday! We are working on the next organizations to donate to. We will announce that information later.

MEALS ON WHEELS DRIVERS NEEDED

Our next turn for delivering Meals-On-Wheels is Feb.12 through March 22. If you are willing to be involved in delivery during one of those weeks, or would like more information about what is involved, please contact Dave Mitchell, 605-999-8435, or the church office.

OUR GOD GIVEN PURPOSE

To help our church regain a sense of purpose and vision for ministry in the community, the Church Council, and any interested church family, are invited to a retreat on Saturday, February 3rd at our church facility. This will be about a 4-hour experience of sharing, praying, and looking to who God is calling us to be. Please mark your calendars and plan on attending, if you have any questions, please talk to Pastor Keith.

SHROVE TUESDAY

 Pancakes and Sausage are back! Tuesday, February 13th 11am-1pm and 4pm to 7pm. All you can eat for $10. Children under 5 eat for FREE. There will be a sign-up table in the gathering area before and after worship service. This event takes a village for its success! So please consider helping.

RESERVING SPACE

One of the great values of our church is that we want to be known as a gathering place for community groups or events that support our ministries or have a similar focus to what we do. This is why our church allows several groups to meet within our facility. If you need to use a space within our facility for a function or a gathering, it is important to call the church office and schedule your meeting with Tonya. This will ensure the space that you are requesting will be available and it also helps us to make sure we don’t double-book a space. Our open facility is just another way we let this community know we are “Downtown 4 Good!” Thank you!

THE LORD’S PRAYER…X2

The question has been raised, why do we use two different versions of the Lord’s Prayer: one being the traditional version and the other being a more contemporary version. This is a great question. It goes back to last year when we did a sermon series focusing on the Lord’s Prayer. At the same time one of the Sunday School classes was also learning about the Lord’s Prayer. The question was asked regarding what certain words meant, mainly because they aren’t words that we use anymore. Then the question was asked if we could use a version of the Lord’s Prayer that used words more like we use today. So, a version of the Lord’s Prayer was found that uses more “contemporary” language, and we’ve been using that one too.

Some people said that they prefer and still use the traditional version all the time. And that’s OK. We’ve also had people tell us that using the two versions of the Lord’s Prayer in worship makes them think more about what the words really mean and what they are praying for.  Using the Lord’s Prayer isn’t just about reciting memorized words, it’s really about a format for prayer that is given to help us connect with God more deeply.

REMINDER 8TH GRADE CONFIRMATION STUDENTS:

The 8th grade confirmation students will be attending the United Church of Christ service today, January 21st. Their service begins at 10am, so the youth will be back at FUMC by 11am or a little after.

UPCOMING EVENTS – 2023

Thurs., Jan 25, Love Feast

Fri., Jan 26-27, Winter Connection

Sun., Jan 28, Youth Sunday

Tue., Feb 13, Shrove Tuesday

Wed., Feb 14, Ash Wednesday/Valentine’s Day

CALENDAR FOR THE WEEK 

SUNDAY

9:00 AM          Sunday School

9:00 AM          Adult Bible Study

10:00 AM        Worship

2:00 PM          In A Village

MONDAY

7:00 PM          Troop 75

TUESDAY

9:30 AM          Staff

4:30 PM          TOPS

6:30 PM          Church Council

WEDNESDAY  

6:00 PM          Overflow/Supper

7:00 PM          Youth Group

7:00 PM          Adult Bible Study

THURSDAY

5:30 PM          Love Feast     

FRIDAY   

1:00 PM          PALS

5:00 PM          Winter Connection

SATURDAY

                        Winter Connection     

9:00 AM          Handbell Practice 

ORDER OF WORSHIP

Music- Nancy Nelson

Scripture-Twyla Mah

HYMN SING: Praise to the Lord, the Almighty  139 UMH

                      Standing on the Promises  374 UMH

                      Majesty, Worship His Majesty  176 UMH            

                      Open Our Eyes  2086 TFWS                                                                                 

PRELUDE:

GREETING:                                     

CALL TO WORSHIP:

                       Holy Spirit, Guide Me

OPENING SONG:

                      I Sing the Almighty Power of God   Vs.1,2,3  152 UMH

CENTERING PRAYER:                                                                                                          

CHILDREN’S MOMENT:     

TIME OF PRAYER:

Silent Reflection~ Pastor’s Prayer ~ The Lord’s Prayer

(I will be alternating between the Traditional and an Alternate that is more contemporary in wording)

 Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name. Thy kingdom come; thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation but deliver us from evil.  For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, forever. Amen                                  

SCRIPTURE:

      Ephesians 3:14-21

MESSAGE:

     Spirit & Dynamite: Presence

SONG:

            Sweet Hour of Prayer   Vs.1,3  496 UMH

SHARING OUR GIFTS:

RECEIVING OUR OFFERING:

CLOSING ANNOUNCEMENTS:

SENDING SONG:

                    My Life Is in You, Lord  2032 TFWS                                                 

BENEDICTION:

POSTLUDE:        

Bulletin, January 14.2024

Downtown Mitchell

First United  Methodist Church

          310 N Rowley

        Mitchell SD 57301   

Sharing the love of Jesus

from the heart of Downtown 

  wifi password: L&ve1234

VERSE FOR REFLECTION: 2 Timothy 1:6-7

For this reason I remind you to rekindle the gift of God that is within you through the laying on my hands; for God did not give us a spirit of cowardice, but rather a spirit of power and of love and of self-discipline.

IN OUR PRAYERS

The family of Julie Fritzemeier

Dave Malde

   Rose Carson

Arnold Dolejsi

Louise Metz

Nancy Laurendeau

Ruth Creasey

Stephani Scheurenbrand

Laura Barta Lindquist

For the Dakotas Conference and our church as we begin the Dynamite Prayer Focus.

NOISY BUCKETS

Today is Noisy Bucket Sunday! We are working on the next organizations to donate to. We will announce that information later.

WINTER CONNECTION

Winter connection is an opportunity for youth to gather, share, worship, and serve others. Any youth in grades 6-12 are invited to attend. This year it will be held at our church on January 26-27. The cost is $40.00 per person, and you must register. There is a flyer with a QR code on the bulletin board or see Cindy for more information.

RADIO BROADCAST (KORN 1490 AM, 101.3 FM 10 AM)

Is given by Ron and Sheilah Gates.

 LIVESTREAM

Is given in honor of Lyle and Irene Swenson’s 64th Wedding Anniversary, which was January 10th, by their family.

OUR WORSHIP OPTIONS ARE:

~ In person each Sunday at 10:00 am

~ Mitchell Telecom channel 110 at 10:00 am

~A link to our livestream is provided on our Facebook page for Sunday Worship: @MitchellsDowntownChurch

~ Radio Broadcast KORN1490 AM & 101.3 FM at 10:00 am, Sunday     

~ Livestream on our website (www.downtownfirstumc.com) live at 10:00 am on Sundays or at any time.

MISSION OF THE MONTH

DWU Mission Trip

JANUARY “ONE THING”

Our January “One Thing” is diapers for In a Village, specifically sizes 4, 5, and 6. In a Village is a nonprofit that supports and assists expectant mothers, parents, and caregivers of young children in our community.

MEALS ON WHEELS DRIVERS NEEDED

Our next turn for delivering Meals-On-Wheels is Feb.12 through March 22. If you are willing to be involved in delivery during one of those weeks, or would like more information about what is involved, please contact Dave Mitchell, 605-999-8435, or the church office.

ADULT BIBLE STUDY

Natalie will start a new bible study starting Sunday, Jan. 14th at 9am during Sunday School and Wednesday, Jan. 17th  at 7pm. We will be looking at Immerse Kingdoms and will run approximately 8-10 weeks (allowing for possible changes due to Easter events.)

SPECIAL SUNDAY

Human Relations Day is today, Sunday, January 14th. This offering helps offer refuge in times of disaster, promote justice, provide scholarships, reach out to the community, teach skills to encourage self-sufficiency and share the love of Jesus Christ with God’s people everywhere.

 OUR GOD GIVEN PURPOSE

To help our church regain a sense of purpose and vision for ministry in the community, the Church Council, and any interested church family, are invited to a retreat on Saturday, February 3rd at our church facility. This will be about a 4-hour experience of sharing, praying, and looking to who God is calling us to be. Please mark your calendars and plan on attending, if you have any questions, please talk to Pastor Keith.

SHROVE TUESDAY

 Pancakes and Sausage are back! Tuesday, February 13th 11am-1pm and 4pm to 7pm. All you can eat for $10. Children under 5 eat for FREE. There will be a sign-up table in the gathering area before and after worship service. This event takes a village for its success! So please consider helping.

RESERVING SPACE

One of the great values of our church is that we want to be known as a gathering place for community groups or events that support our ministries or have a similar focus to what we do. This is why our church allows several groups to meet within our facility. If you need to use a space within our facility for a function or a gathering, it is important to call the church office and schedule your meeting with Tonya. This will ensure the space that you are requesting will be available and it also helps us to make sure we don’t double-book a space. Our open facility is just another way we let this community know we are “Downtown 4 Good!” Thank you!

LIFE, FAITH, & RECOVERY

Pastor Keith’s sermon series that span all of 2024 (but not every week). Pastor Keith has long believed that all of us as followers of Jesus, are in recovery. Recovery from our addiction to sin (or missing the mark of God’s desires) in our lives. Once a month during 2024, Pastor Keith will focus on the connection between the 12 steps of Recovery and Spirituality, and how all of us as disciples of Jesus can benefit from the 12 steps in our lives.

PRAYER & PURPOSE

Today, Sunday, January 14, 2024, we are starting a year of growing in prayer and reclaiming our purpose as a community of faith here in Mitchell. You are invited to join us on this journey with a Conference Wide prayer focus in which we’ll use the book Dynamite Prayer to help guide us as we seek God’s Breakthrough Presence in our church and in our lives.  Books are available in the church office.

UPCOMING EVENTS – 2023

Thurs., Jan 25, Love Feast

Fri., Jan 26-27, Winter Connection

Sun., Jan 28, Youth Sunday

Tue., Feb 13, Shrove Tuesday

Wed., Feb 14, Ash Wednesday/Valentine’s Day

CALENDAR FOR THE WEEK 

SUNDAY

9:00 AM          Sunday School

10:00 AM        Worship

2:00 PM          Cub Scouts

MONDAY

7:00 PM          Finance

7:00 PM          Trustees

7:00 PM          Troop 75

TUESDAY

9:30 AM          Staff

4:30 PM          TOPS

5:30 PM          Heart & Sole

7:00 PM          Communications

WEDNESDAY  

6:00 PM          Overflow/Supper

7:00 PM          Youth Group

7:00 PM          Adult Bible Study

7:00 PM          SPR

THURSDAY

1:00 PM          United Women in Faith          

FRIDAY   

NO EVENTS ARE SCHEDULED

SATURDAY  

9:00 AM          Handbell Practice

ORDER OF WORSHIP

Music- Praise Team

Scripture- Matt Barnard

GATHERING SONGS: My Life Is in You, Lord   

                                      Standing in the Need of Prayer                                                                                        

GREETING:                                      

CALL TO WORSHIP:

L: Though the mountains may shake,   

P: We are standing on holy ground.

L: Though the earth moves under our feet,      

P: Christ alone is our solid rock.  

L: Though the walls may crack,   

P: Our refuge is in the everlasting love of God.  

L: Though structures may come tumbling down,       

P: God is our stronghold.    

L: Though fear may seek to set up camp,   

P: God is our strength and guide!   

OPENING SONG: My Feet Are on the Rock

CENTERING WORDS:

CENTERING SONG: Spirit Song

CENTERING PRAYER:                                                                                                              

CHILDREN’S MOMENT: I’m Gonna Sing   

TIME OF PRAYER: Glorify Thy Name  

Silent Reflection~ Pastor’s Prayer ~ The Lord’s Prayer

(I will be alternating between the Traditional and an Alternate that is more contemporary in wording.)

Our Father, who is in heaven, honored be your name.  Your kingdom come; your will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us today our daily bread.  And forgive us our sins, as we forgive those who sin against us.  And lead us, not into temptation but deliver us from evil.  For yours, God, is the Kingdom, and the power, and the glory, now and forever.  Amen.                                

SCRIPTURE: Luke 3:21-22, 4:1-15

MESSAGE: Spirit & Dynamite: Impact

SHARING OUR GIFTS:

RECEIVING OUR OFFERING: All Who Are Thirsty

CLOSING ANNOUNCEMENTS: 

SENDING SONG: Ev’ry Time I Feel the Spirit  

 POSTLUDE: Ev’ry Time I Feel the Spirit          

Bulletin 01.07.2024

Downtown Mitchell

First United  Methodist Church

          310 N Rowley

        Mitchell SD 57301

Sharing the love of Jesus

from the heart of Downtown

wifi password: L&ve1234

VERSE FOR REFLECTION: 2 Corinthians 4:7

But we have this treasure in clay jars, so that it may be made clear that this extraordinary power belongs to God and does not come from us.

IN OUR PRAYERS

The family of Julie Fritzemeier, with her loss

The family of Richard Hempel, with his loss

The family of Jim Blades, with his loss

Ray Lapka

Dave Malde

  Verna Hofer

Arnold Dolejsi

Louise Metz

Nancy Laurendeau

Ruth Creasey

Stephani Scheurenbrand

Laura Barta Lindquist

For those experiencing new beginnings in this new year.

WINTER CONNECTION

Winter connection is an opportunity for youth to gather, share, worship, and serve others. Any youth in grades 6-12 are invited to attend. This year it will be held at our church on January 26-27. The cost is $40.00 per person, and you must register. There is a flyer with a QR code on the bulletin board or see Cindy for more information.

 RADIO BROADCAST (KORN 1490 AM, 101.3 FM 10 AM)

Is given in memory of loved ones by Mary Wingfield.

 LIVESTREAM

Is given in memory of Virgie Montgomery whose birthday would have been January 5th, by Peg Larson and family.

OUR WORSHIP OPTIONS ARE:

~ In person each Sunday at 10:00 am

~ Mitchell Telecom channel 110 at 10:00 am

~A link to our livestream is provided on our Facebook page for Sunday Worship: @MitchellsDowntownChurch

~ Radio Broadcast KORN1490 AM & 101.3 FM at 10:00 am, Sunday     

~ Livestream on our website (www.downtownfirstumc.com) live at 10:00 am on Sundays or at any time.

MISSION OF THE MONTH

DWU Mission Trip

JANUARY “ONE THING”

Our January “One Thing” is diapers for In a Village, specifically sizes 4, 5, and 6. In a Village is a nonprofit that supports and assists expectant mothers, parents, and caregivers of young children in our community.

SUNDAY SCHOOL RESUMES

Sunday School will resume this Sunday, January 7th at 9AM.

ADULT BIBLE STUDY

Natalie will start a new bible study starting Sunday, Jan. 14th at 9am during Sunday School and Wednesday, Jan. 17th  at 7pm. We will be looking at Immerse Kingdoms and will run approximately 8-10 weeks (allowing for possible changes due to Easter events.)

SPECIAL SUNDAY

Human Relations Day is Sunday, January 14th. This offering helps offer refuge in times of disaster, promote justice, provide scholarships, reach out to the community, teach skills to encourage self-sufficiency and share the love of Jesus Christ with God’s people everywhere.

RESERVING SPACE

One of the great values of our church is that we want to be known as a gathering place for community groups or events that support our ministries or have a similar focus to what we do. This is why our church allows several groups to meet within our facility. If you need to use a space within our facility for a function or a gathering, it is important to call the church office and schedule your meeting with Tonya. This will ensure the space that you are requesting will be available and it also helps us to make sure we don’t double-book a space. Our open facility is just another way we let this community know we are “Downtown 4 Good!” Thank you!

LIFE, FAITH, & RECOVERY

Today Pastor Keith starts a sermon series that will span all of 2024 (but not every week). Pastor Keith has long believed that all of us as followers of Jesus, are in recovery. Recovery from our addiction to sin (or missing the mark of God’s desires) in our lives. Once a month during 2024, Pastor Keith will focus on the connection between the 12 steps of Recovery and spirituality, and how all of us as disciples of Jesus can benefit from the 12 steps in our lives.

PRAYER & PURPOSE

2024 is going to be a year of growing in prayer and reclaiming our purpose as a community of faith here in Mitchell. You, our church family, is invited to join us on this journey with a Conference Wide prayer focus in which we’ll use the book Dynamite Prayer to help guide us as we seek God’s Breakthrough Presence in our church and in our lives. This prayer initiative will begin on January 14. Books are available in the church office. You can talk to Pastor Keith for more information.

HOSPITAL VISITATION

If you, or someone in your family is hospitalized, either here in Mitchell or Sioux Falls, please call the church office and let Tonya know. Pastor Keith does try to stop by the hospital several times a week, but we do make it more intentional if we know someone has been admitted. Also, when you are admitted, make sure your name is on the “Methodist” List. That way Pastor Keith will see it when he asks for the Methodist List. This is also true when someone is admitted to one of the care facilities in our community. Thank you for helping us care for our church family.

 WEDNESDAY NIGHT YOUTH MEALS

There are many opportunities available in the new year to help with the meals for our youth. Please consider helping with this ministry.  There is a signup sheet on the connection center desk. If you have any questions, please let us know.

UPCOMING EVENTS – 2023

Sun., Jan 7, Sunday School Resumes 9AM

Fri., Jan 26-27, Winter Connection

Sun., Jan 28, Youth Sunday

Tue., Feb 13, Shrove Tuesday

Wed., Feb 14, Ash Wednesday/Valentine’s Day

 CALENDAR FOR THE WEEK 

SUNDAY

9:00 AM          Sunday School

10:00 AM        Worship

MONDAY

7:00 PM          Trustees

7:00 PM          Troop 75

TUESDAY

1:00 PM          PEO

4:30 PM          TOPS

7:00 PM          Communications

WEDNESDAY

10:00 AM        Family Ministry

6:00 PM          Overflow/Supper

7:00 PM          Youth Group

THURSDAY

5:30 PM          Love Feast     

FRIDAY   

9:00 AM          PALS

SATURDAY

  9AM Handbell Practice

ORDER OF WORSHIP

Music- Christy Wilson & Carolyn Knight

Scripture- Curt Talley

GATHERING SONGS: We Three Kings  

                                      The First Noel                                                                                  

GREETING:                                         

CALL TO WORSHIP:

L: The gift of a new day…

P: Ready to be experienced.

L: The gift of a new year…    

P: Ready to be lived to the fullest!   

L: The gift of a moment to share…  

P: Ready to be cherished.  

L: The gift of gracious love…     

P: Ready to be received.   

L: May we receive these great gifts…

P: As God readily offers them today, and every day!   

OPENING SONG: Star- Child 

CENTERING PRAYER:                                                                                                           

CHILDREN’S MOMENT: This Little Light of Mine  

TIME OF PRAYER: More Precious than Silver 

Silent Reflection~ Pastor’s Prayer ~ The Lord’s Prayer

(I will be alternating between the Traditional and an Alternate that is more contemporary in wording)

 Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name. Thy kingdom come; thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation but deliver us from evil.  For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, forever. Amen

SCRIPTURE: Romans 3:23 & 7:15-19

MESSAGE: Life, Faith, & Recovery- Powerless

COMMUNION:

            Preparing our Hearts

            Preparing the Elements

            Sharing in Communion

PRAYER OF THANKSGIVING:

CLOSING ANNOUNCEMENTS:

SENDING SONG: Shine, Jesus, Shine                                               

BENEDICTION:

POSTLUDE: Shine, Jesus, Shine        

Bulletin, 12.31.2023

Downtown Mitchell

First United  Methodist Church

          310 N Rowley

        Mitchell SD 57301

Sharing the love of Jesus

from the heart of Downtown 

wifi password: L&ve1234

 VERSE FOR REFLECTION: Isaiah 42:1

Here is my servant, whom I uphold, my chosen, in whom my soul delights; I have put my spirit upon him; he will bring forth justice to the nations.

IN OUR PRAYERS

Ray Lapka

    Verna Hofer

Arnold Dolejsi

Louise Metz

Nancy Laurendeau

Ruth Creasey

Stephani Scheurenbrand

Laura Barta Lindquist

Let’s pray for the Light of Jesus to fill the darkness of the world

OFFICE CLOSED

The church office will be closed on Monday, January 1st in observance of New Year’s Day.  Happy New Year to our church family!

THANK YOU

I want to thank Pastor Keith, the staff and all my church family for your thoughts, prayers, cards, and messages. I’m recovering well. Your prayers are much appreciated. ~ Marge Scheurenbrand

RADIO BROADCAST (KORN 1490 AM, 101.3 FM 10 AM)

Is given in loving memory of Elvina Hubbard whose birthday would have been January 1st by Gary and Janet (Hubbard) Jorgensen and families.

 LIVESTREAM

Is in memory of Janet and Walter Nelson’s Wedding Anniversary which would have been Saturday, December 30th.

OUR WORSHIP OPTIONS ARE:

~ In person each Sunday at 10:00 am

~ Mitchell Telecom channel 110 at 10:00 am

~A link to our livestream is provided on our Facebook page for Sunday Worship: @MitchellsDowntownChurch

~ Radio Broadcast KORN1490 AM & 101.3 FM at 10:00 am, Sunday     

~ Livestream on our website (www.downtownfirstumc.com) live at 10:00 am on Sundays or at any time.

MISSION OF THE MONTH

Global Aids Project

DECEMBER “ONE THING”

Our December “One Thing” is Hamburger Helper for the Mitchell High School Food Pantry. Currently they are helping an average of 25- 30 students each week.

JANUARY “ONE THING”

Our January “One Thing” will be diapers for In a Village, specifically sizes 4, 5, and 6. In a Village is a nonprofit that supports and assists expectant mothers, parents, and caregivers of young children in our community.

WATCHNIGHT SERVICE

Today, we’ll be sharing together in the United Methodist Watchnight Service. This is a service that John Wesley believed every Methodist should participate in yearly as a way of recommitting themselves to God. The tradition became that the Watchnight Service was held either on New Years Eve (close to midnight) or on New Years Day. We will go with the New Years Eve time…but at 10AM.

YOUTH GROUP AND SUNDAY SCHOOL RESUMES

Youth Group will resume on Wednesday, January 3rd at 6PM.

Sunday School will resume on Sunday, January 7th at 9AM.

ADULT BIBLE STUDY

Natalie will start a new bible study starting Sunday, Jan. 14th at 9am during Sunday School and Wednesday, Jan. 17th  at 7pm. We will be looking at Immerse Kingdoms and will run approximately 8-10 weeks (allowing for possible changes due to Easter events.)

NOTE FROM FINANCE

As 2023 comes to a close, the Finance committee wants to thank you for your faithful support of our church. As you plan your year-end donations, please consider the church in your giving. The church operating expenses are currently running ahead of operating revenue. If you would like additional information regarding our operation deficit, please contact Pastor Keith or Denise Hoffman (denise.hoffman16@gmail.com). Donating grain or stocks is also an option for giving- contact Denise for more information. You can still stop by the office and fill out a commitment card if you haven’t filled one out yet. Thank you again for your support of Downtown FUMC.

PRAYER & PURPOSE

2024 is going to be a year of growing in prayer and reclaiming our purpose as a community of faith here in Mitchell. You, our church family, is invited to join us on this journey with a Conference Wide prayer focus in which we’ll use the book Dynamite Prayer to help guide us as we seek God’s Breakthrough Presence in our church and in our lives. This prayer initiative will begin on January 14. Books are available in the church office. You can talk to Pastor Keith for more information.

HOSPITAL VISITATION

If you, or someone in your family is hospitalized, either here in Mitchell or Sioux Falls, please call the church office and let Tonya know. Pastor Keith does try to stop by the hospital several times a week, but we do make it more intentional if we know someone has been admitted. Also, when you are admitted, make sure your name is on the “Methodist” List. That way Pastor Keith will see it when he asks for the Methodist List. This is also true when someone is admitted to one of the care facilities in our community. Thank you for helping us care for our church family.

WEDNESDAY NIGHT YOUTH MEALS

There are many opportunities available in the new year to help with the meals for our youth. Please consider helping with this ministry.  There is a signup sheet on the connection center desk. If you have any questions, please let us know.

UPCOMING EVENTS – 2023

Mon., Jan 1, Happy New Year- Office Closed

Wed., Jan 3, Youth Group Resumes 6PM

Sun., Jan 7, Sunday School Resumes 9AM

Fri., Jan 26-27, Winter Connection

Sun., Jan 28, Youth Sunday

CALENDAR FOR THE WEEK 

SUNDAY

10:00 AM        Worship

MONDAY

            HAPPY NEW YEAR- OFFICE CLOSED

TUESDAY

9:30 AM          Staff

4:30 PM          TOPS

WEDNESDAY 

6:00 PM          Overflow/Supper

7:00 PM          Youth Group

THURSDAY

            NO EVENTS SCHEDULED  

FRIDAY   

            NO EVENTS SCHEDULED

SATURDAY

9:00 AM          Handbell Practice

ORDER OF WORSHIP

Music- Nancy Nelson

Scripture Reader- Linda Claggett

HYMN SING: Angels We Have Heard on High  238 UMH

                       While Shepherds Watched Their Flocks  236 UMH

                       Blessed Be the God of Israel  209 UMH            

                       Angels from the Realms of Glory  220 UMH                                                                               

PRELUDE:                                           

CALL TO WORSHIP:

L: Our journey is filled with good-byes

P: Our journey is filled with hellos

L: Today one year ends   

P: Tomorrow another year begins  

L: We look back and reflect  

P: We look forward and anticipate

L: And through it all, the past, the present, and the future…    

P: God is with us   

L: Our God is always present and our God is always the same,  

P: Yesterday, Today, and forever! Halleluia!!!  

OPENING SONG: Joy to the World  246 UMH

OPENING PRAYER:                                                                                                            

CHILDREN’S MOMENT:  

REFLECTION & CONFESSION:   

TIME OF PRAYER:

Silent Reflection~ Pastor’s Prayer ~ The Lord’s Prayer

(I will be alternating between the Traditional and an Alternate that is more contemporary in wording)

 Our Father, who is in heaven, honored be your name.  Your kingdom come; your will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us today our daily bread.  And forgive us our sins, as we forgive those who sin against us.  And lead us, not into temptation but deliver us from evil.  For yours, God, is the Kingdom, and the power, and the glory, now and forever.  Amen.                                 

SCRIPTURE: Matthew 2:1-12 & Luke 2:8-20

MESSAGE: The Characters of Christmas: The Outsiders

SONG: The Virgin Mary Had a Baby Boy  2098 TFWS

ANTICIPATION & PREPARATION:

SHARING OUR GIFTS:

RECEIVING OUR OFFERING:

PRAYER OF THANKSGIVING:

CLOSING ANNOUNCEMENTS:

COVENANT PRAYER IN THE WESLEYAN TRADITION:  607 UMH

SENDING SONG: Go, Tell It on the Mountain  251 UMH                                                 

BENEDICTION:

POSTLUDE:        

Bulletin, 12.24.2023

Downtown Mitchell

First United  Methodist Church

          310 N Rowley

        Mitchell SD 57301

Sharing the love of Jesus

from the heart of Downtown 

wifi password: L&ve1234

VERSE FOR REFLECTION: 1 John 4:7

Beloved, let us love one another, because love is from God; everyone who loves is born of God and knows God.

IN OUR PRAYERS

The family of Chuck Stevenson with the loss of Betty, Chuck’s mom

Ray Lapka

  Verna Hofer

Arnold Dolejsi

Louise Metz

Nancy Laurendeau

Ruth Creasey

Stephani Scheurenbrand

Laura Barta Lindquist

Let’s pray for the Light of Jesus to fill the darkness of the world.

OFFICE CLOSED

The church office will be closed on Monday, December 25th for Christmas. Merry Christmas to our church family.

CHRISTMAS POINSETTIA PICK-UP

If you purchased a poinsettia, you may pick it up Sunday evening after either of the Christmas Eve Candlelight services.

RADIO BROADCAST (KORN 1490 AM, 101.3 FM 10 AM)

Is given by Darlene Koster in memory of her husband, Marvin, their daughter Darlette, whose birthday would have been on December 25th and their granddaughter Amie Jo.

 LIVESTREAM

Is given in memory of Alvin Hofer by Verna Hofer.

OUR WORSHIP OPTIONS ARE:

~ In person each Sunday at 10:00 am

~ Mitchell Telecom channel 110 at 10:00 am

~A link to our livestream is provided on our Facebook page for Sunday Worship: @MitchellsDowntownChurch

~ Radio Broadcast KORN1490 AM & 101.3 FM at 10:00 am, Sunday     

~ Livestream on our website (www.downtownfirstumc.com) live at 10:00 am on Sundays or at any time.

MISSION OF THE MONTH

Global Aids Project

DECEMBER “ONE THING”

Our December “One Thing” is Hamburger Helper for the Mitchell High School Food Pantry. Currently they are helping an average of 25- 30 students each week.

JANUARY “ONE THING”

Our January “One Thing” will be diapers for In a Village, specifically sizes 4, 5, and 6. In a Village is a nonprofit that supports and assists expectant mothers, parents, and caregivers of young children in our community.

CHRISTMAS PHOTO BOOTH

Please check out the Christmas photo booth that is set up in the Gathering Area. We invite you to take this opportunity to snap a family photo.

WATCHNIGHT SERVICE

Join us for Sunday worship on New Year's Eve. We’ll be sharing together in the United Methodist Watchnight Service. This is a service that John Wesley believed every Methodist should participate in yearly as a way of recommitting themselves to God. The tradition became that the Watchnight Service was held either on New Years Eve (close to midnight) or on New Years Day. We will go with the New Years Eve time…but at 10AM. Come join us.

NOTE FROM FINANCE

As 2023 comes to a close, the Finance committee wants to thank you for your faithful support of our church. As you plan your year-end donations, please consider the church in your giving. The church operating expenses are currently running ahead of operating revenue. If you would like additional information regarding our operation deficit, please contact Pastor Keith or Denise Hoffman (denise.hoffman16@gmail.com). Donating grain or stocks is also an option for giving- contact Denise for more information. You can still stop by the office and fill out a commitment card if you haven’t filled one out yet. Thank you again for your support of Downtown FUMC.

CHRISTMAS EVE SERVICES

 Sunday, December 24th 4:30PM and 6:30PM

(Christmas Eve Candlelight Services)

PRAYER & PURPOSE

2024 is going to be a year of growing in prayer and reclaiming our purpose as a community of faith here in Mitchell. You, our church family, is invited to join us on this journey with a Conference Wide prayer focus in which we’ll use the book Dynamite Prayer to help guide us as we seek God’s Breakthrough Presence in our church and in our lives. This prayer initiative will begin on January 14. Books are available in the church office. You can talk to Pastor Keith for more information.

HOSPITAL VISITATION

If you, or someone in your family is hospitalized, either here in Mitchell or Sioux Falls, please call the church office and let Tonya know. Pastor Keith does try to stop by the hospital several times a week, but we do make it more intentional if we know someone has been admitted. Also, when you are admitted, make sure your name is on the “Methodist” List. That way Pastor Keith will see it when he asks for the Methodist List. This is also true when someone is admitted to one of the care facilities in our community. Thank you for helping us care for our church family.

WEDNESDAY NIGHT YOUTH MEALS

There are many opportunities available to help with the meals in the coming new year for our youth. There is a signup sheet on the connection center desk. If you have any questions, please let us know.

UPCOMING EVENTS – 2023

Sun., Dec. 24, Christmas Eve Services 4:30PM & 6:30PM

Mon., Dec 25, Merry Christmas- Office Closed

Mon., Jan 1, Happy New Year- Office Closed

Wed., Jan 3, Youth Group Resumes 6PM

Sun., Jan 7, Sunday School Resumes 9AM

CALENDAR FOR THE WEEK 

SUNDAY

10:00 AM        Worship

4:30 PM          Christmas Eve Candlelight Service

6:30 PM          Christmas Eve Candlelight Service

MONDAY

            MERRY CHRISTMAS- OFFICE CLOSED

TUESDAY

4:30 PM          TOPS

WEDNESDAY 

NO EVENTS SCHEDULED

THURSDAY

            NO EVENTS SCHEDULED  

FRIDAY   

            NO EVENTS SCHEDULED

SATURDAY

9:00 AM          Handbell Practice

ORDER OF WORSHIP

Music- Nancy Nelson

Scripture- Jan Quenzer

Advent Reading/Candle Lightning- Bret, Tonya, Sam and Katie Stahl

HYMN SING: Come, Thou Long-Expected Jesus  196 UMH

                       It Came upon the Midnight Clear  218 UMH

                       Infant Holy, Infant Lowly  229 UMH                

                       The First Noel  245 UMH                                                                           

PRELUDE: Circuit Ringers: Away in a Manger

                                               Silent Night, Holy Night  

CALL TO WORSHIP:

L: Something stirs deep within us…

P: A longing, a hope,

L: A thirst of joy,   

P: A hunger for peace,  

L: A yearning for blessing.

P: We know deep within

L: That our hopes and fears   

P: Will be met by angel songs and baby sighs.  

L: It is Advent

P: A season of waiting, hoping, yearning, preparing.

All: Come, Lord Jesus, Come!

OPENING SONG: Good Christian Friends, Rejoice

                               (Vs.1,2,3)  224 UMH

CENTERING PRAYER:                                                                                                        

CHILDREN’S MOMENT:

LIGHTING OF THE ADVENT CANDLE:

         Light the Advent Candle (Vs.4)  2090 TFWS    

THE GIFT OF MUSIC: The Mitchell Barbershop Chorus

TIME OF PRAYER:

Silent Reflection~ Pastor’s Prayer ~ The Lord’s Prayer

(I will be alternating between the Traditional and an Alternate that is more contemporary in wording)

 Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name. Thy kingdom come; thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation but deliver us from evil.  For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, forever. Amen                                

SCRIPTURE: Luke: 2:8-14

MESSAGE: The Characters of Christmas: The Manger

SHARING OUR GIFTS:

RECEIVING OUR OFFERING:

CLOSING ANNOUNCEMENTS:

SENDING SONG: There’s a Song in the Air 

                                (Vs.1,2,4)  249 UMH                              

BENEDICTION:

POSTLUDE:         

Bulletin, 12.17.2023

Downtown Mitchell

First United   Methodist Church

          310 N Rowley

        Mitchell SD 57301

Sharing the love of Jesus

from the heart of Downtown 

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VERSE FOR REFLECTION: Luke 1:78-79

By the tender mercy of our God, the dawn from on high will break upon us, to give light to those who sit in darkness and in the shadow of death, to guide our feet into the way of peace.

IN OUR PRAYERS

The family of Chuck and Priscilla Stevenson for the loss of Betty Stevenson, Chuck’s mother

Carolrae McCorkell

Matt Barnard

Jane Dahme

Carol and Harlan Phinney

Sharon Broghammer

Stephen Paul

Mike Muntefering

Robert Janssen

Marge Scheurenbrand

Arnold Dolejsi

Louise Metz

Nancy Laurendeau

Ruth Creasey

Stephani Scheurenbrand

Laura Barta Lindquist

May we remember to pray for those dealing with grief, loss, personal struggles,

or tragedy in this holiday season.

THANK YOU

Dear Ones, I am now home after having knee replacement surgery. I am thankful for all the prayers and for all the encouragement I received. Blessings to all of you.  ~Mary Wingfield

RADIO BROADCAST (KORN 1490 AM, 101.3 FM 10 AM)

Is given by LouOra Houk in memory of her 1st husband, Robert Busk who would have turned 94 today.

 LIVESTREAM

Is given in memory of loved ones by Verna Hofer.

OUR WORSHIP OPTIONS ARE:

~ In person each Sunday at 10:00 am

~ Mitchell Telecom channel 110 at 10:00 am

~A link to our livestream is provided on our Facebook page for Sunday Worship: @MitchellsDowntownChurch

~ Radio Broadcast KORN1490 AM & 101.3 FM at 10:00 am, Sunday     

~ Livestream on our website (www.downtownfirstumc.com) live at 10:00 am on Sundays or at any time.

MISSION OF THE MONTH

Global Aids Project

DECEMBER “ONE THING”

Our December “One Thing” is Hamburger Helper for the Mitchell High School Food Pantry. Currently they are helping an average of 25- 30 students each week.

CHRISTMAS PHOTO BOOTH

Please check out the Christmas photo booth that is set up in the Gathering Area. We invite you to take this opportunity to snap a family photo.

LOVE FEAST

Love Feast will be serving their Christmas meal on December 21st. Workers and donations are needed. Please see Carol with the sign-up sheet in the gathering area prior and after service.

CHRISTMAS POINSETTIAS

Deadline is today! If you would like to purchase a poinsettia in honor or in memory of a loved one, please fill out a Christmas Poinsettia card which is located at the Connection Center desk and as you enter the Worship Center. The cost is $15, and the deadline is December 17th. We encourage you to take them after either Christmas Eve service.

SUNDAY MORNING WORSHIP-DECEMBER 24

Join us for morning worship, next Sunday, December 24 at our usual time of 10am. The Circuit Ringers will perform, and The Mitchell Barbershop Chorus will be singing. We will sing some traditional Christmas carols as well. It will be a special time of worship as we light the 4th Advent Candle and together take the final few steps to Christmas.

CONSECRATION SUNDAY

Thank you so much to everyone who participated in our Consecration Sunday. If you weren’t with us, it’s not too late to participate. Estimate of giving cards are available at both entryways into the worship center. You can fill out the card with your financial commitments as well as the areas where you are willing to serve in our church or community and return them to the office.

CHRISTMAS EVE SERVICES

Thursday, December 21st 6:30PM ~

   (Early Christmas Eve Candlelight Service)

Sunday, December 24th 10AM ~

   (Regular Worship Service)

Sunday, December 24th 4:30PM and 6:30PM ~

   (Christmas Eve Candlelight Services)

HOSPITAL VISITATION

If you, or someone in your family is hospitalized, either here in Mitchell or Sioux Falls, please call the church office and let Tonya know. Pastor Keith does try to stop by the hospital several times a week, but we do make it more intentional if we know someone has been admitted. Also, when you are admitted, make sure your name is on the “Methodist” List. That way Pastor Keith will see it when he asks for the Methodist List. This is also true when someone is admitted to one of the care facilities in our community. Thank you for helping us care for our church family.

WEDNESDAY NIGHT YOUTH MEALS

There are many opportunities available to help with the meals in the coming new year for our youth. There is a signup sheet on the connection center desk. If you have any questions, please let us know.

UPCOMING EVENTS – 2023

Tues., Dec. 19, Avent Study 7PM

Thurs., Dec. 21, Love Feast 5:30PM

Thurs., Dec. 21, Early Christmas Eve Service 6:30PM

Sun., Dec. 24, Christmas Eve Services 4:30PM & 6:30PM

Mon., Dec 25, Merry Christmas- Office Closed

CALENDAR FOR THE WEEK

SUNDAY

9:00 AM          Sunday School

9:00 AM          Adult Sunday School

10:00 AM        Worship

MONDAY

7:00 PM          Finance

7:00 PM          Troop 75

TUESDAY

9:30 AM          Staff

4:30 PM          TOPS

5:00 PM          Voices in Praise Practice

5:30 PM          Heart & Sole

7:00 PM          Advent Study 

WEDNESDAY 

NO EVENTS SCHEDULED

THURSDAY

5:30 PM          Love Feast

6:30 PM          Early Christmas Eve Candlelight Service     

FRIDAY   

            NO EVENTS SCHEDULED

SATURDAY

9:00 AM          Handbell Practice

ORDER OF WORSHIP

Music- Praise Team

Scripture Reader- Deb Wilson

Advent Reading/Candle Lighting- Tanner, Mataya, Aspen, & Ava James

GATHERING SONGS: Let It Be Christmas

                                      O Come All Ye Faithful             

GREETING:  

OPENING SONG: Joseph’s Song- Tanner Fuhrer                

CENTERING WORDS:

CENTERING SONG: All Is Well  

CENTERING PRAYER:                       

CHILDREN’S MOMENT: Happy Hallelujah Christmas Song

LIGHTING OF THE ADVENT CANDLE:

            Light the Advent Candle  Vs.3  2090 TFWS

TIME OF PRAYER: Emmanuel, Emmanuel

Silent Reflection~ Pastor’s Prayer ~ The Lord’s Prayer

(I will be alternating between the Traditional and an Alternate that is more contemporary in wording)

Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name. Thy kingdom come; thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation but deliver us from evil.  For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, forever. Amen

SCRIPTURE: Matthew 1:18-25

MESSAGE: Characters of Christmas- Joseph

SHARING OUR GIFTS:

RECEIVING OUR OFFERING: Were You There?

CLOSING ANNOUNCEMENTS:

SENDING SONG: Joy to the World                             

BENEDICTION:

POSTLUDE: Joy to the World