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.