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