Downtown Mitchell
First United Methodist Church
“Sharing the love of Jesus from the heart of Downtown”
310 N Rowley
Mitchell SD 57301
www.downtownfirstumc.com
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“We exist to be the hands and feet of Jesus, showing love and grace to all we encounter, by living out God’s Kingdom together.”
IN OUR PRAYERS
LaVerna Neugebauer, LeAnn Moe’s mother
Larry Griffith
Emile Laurendeau
Christeen Scheurenbrand
Jackie Hess
Jason and Laurie Kor
Jason Rice, Verna Hofer’s grandson
Laura Barta Lindquist
Pray for the nation and people of the Philippines that have been devastated by a recent typhoon. Also, pray for those who are feeling hopeless in their journey of life.
CELEBRATION
The baptism of Everett Jon Salmonson, Trevor & Cortney’s son
BAPTISM
The rose on the platform is in honor of the baptism of Everett Jon Salmonson. We welcome Everett into our church family.
CHURCH CONFERENCE
Join us for our yearly Church Conference gathering Sunday, November 16th at 7:30pm in the chapel. District Superintendent Brandon Vetter will lead our time together. All are welcome.
LIVESTREAM
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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
~ Livestream on our website (www.downtownfirstumc.com) live at
10:00 am on Sundays or at any time
MISSION OF THE MONTH
Safe Place of Eastern South Dakota
NOVEMBER “ONE THING”
Our November “One Thing” is macaroni & cheese for the Salvation Army’s Christmas baskets.
CHURCH DIRECTORY PHOTOS
Thank you to all that have stopped by to have your pictures taken for our church directory. Our “photo booth” will remain up and in place through the last Sunday in November. It is conveniently located in the chapel. Please, if you haven’t already, stop by and have your photo taken.
BISHOP’S THANKSGIVING OFFERING
This year’s Bishops Thanksgiving Offering will help support Feeding South Dakota and the Great Plains Food Bank, vital ministries that provide nourishment to thousands of our neighbors across the Dakotas. There is a donation box in the gathering area on one of the high-top tables. May your gratitude this Thanksgiving overflow into acts of grace.
FAMILY FUN AFTERNOON: GIVE THANKS TOGETHER!
Sunday, November 16th 3:00-4:30 PM
Bring the whole family for an afternoon of fun, fellowship, and gratitude! We’ll have games, activities, and tasty snacks as we celebrate all the good things God has given us. Families with kids under 18 are invited to join in and enjoy some quality time together. Come share in the joy of thankfulness--we can’t wait to see you there!
THANK YOU
I would like to thank everyone for all the thoughts, prayers, phone calls, texts, cards, e-cards, and visits. I know that all the prayers pulled me through. I am so blessed to belong to such a caring church family. THANK YOU! ~ Jayne Barnard
“A CHILD IS BORN” ADVENT STUDY!
Advent will soon be here, and our focus will be on Christmas and all that it means for our lives and our faith as Christians. Our church will again be offering an Advent study to accompany our weeks of preparing and waiting for the arrival of Christmas. The study will follow the book “A Child is Born.” We will be offering two different times. The study groups will meet- Monday evenings beginning December 1st at 7pm led by Pastor Keith. The second group will meet on Wednesday evenings beginning December 3rd at 7pm led by Natalie Piel. Bishop Lanette will also provide leadership in these groups through Zoom or video links. Books are available in the church office for $15. Together let’s make this a meaning-filed Advent and Christmas Season.
VERSE FOR REFLECTION: Matthew 22:37
He said to him, “You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind.”
YOUTH GROUP
On Nov. 19th Youth Group will meet at the CASA office at 115 E.11th Ave. to help them with their Christmas mailing. Middle School will meet 6:30-7:30 and High School will meet 7:30-8:30. Also, we will not have Youth Group on Wednesday, November 26th. Wishing you all a Happy Thanksgiving.
THANKS TO MEALS ON WHEELS DRIVERS
A big thanks to the following people who helped deliver meals on wheels recently: Kitty Allen, Nancy Boyd, Teresa Campbell, Mary & Larry Crane, Dave & JoAnn Doering, Ella Mae Goehring, Neal & Cindy Goter, Kelly Gross, Barb Lapka, Larry Larson, Julie Lichter, Conni McCormick, Ila Mebius, Paul Miskimins, Dave Mitchell, Jay Schreurs, Rich Stedman, Leana Stunes, Curt Talley, Nancy Theeler, Deb Wilson, and Dave Wosje. If you are interested in helping in the future, contact Dave Mitchell.
COMMITMENT SUNDAY- NOVEMBER 23 AT 10:00 AM
Next Sunday, during our 10:00 AM worship service, we’ll celebrate Commitment Sunday- a time to dedicate ourselves and our resources to God’s work through our church. Please pray this week about how God is calling you to step out in faith and support our church’s mission and ministries. Commitment cards will be available this week and next. Together, let’s keep the life and ministry of our church strong and thriving as we share God’s love in our community and beyond.
UPCOMING EVENTS
Thurs., Nov 27, Thanksgiving Day- Office Closed
Sun., Nov 30, First Sunday of Advent
Thurs., Dec 4, Love Feast
Sun., Dec 7, Service of Remembrance (2pm-Chapel)
Sun., Dec 14, Christmas Program
CALENDAR FOR THE WEEK
SUNDAY
9:00 AM Sunday School
9:00 AM Adult Bible Study (Dave’s Rm. S1)
10:00 AM Worship Service
3-4:30 PM Family Fun Gathering (Dining Room)
7:30 PM Church Conference (Chapel)
MONDAY
6:30 PM Finance
TUESDAY
9:30 AM Staff
11:00 AM LifeQuest (Dining Room)
4:30 PM TOPS
5:30 PM Heart & Sole
6:00 PM Pack 75
7:00 PM Troop 75
WEDNESDAY
11:00 AM LifeQuest
6:30- 8:30 PM Youth Group
7:00 PM Natalie’s Bible Study (Rm.103)
7:00 PM SPR
THURSDAY
11:00 AM LifeQuest (Dining Room)
1:00 PM United Women in Faith (Rm. 103)
FRIDAY
1:00 PM PALS (Nursery)
SATURDAY NO EVENTS SCHEDULED
ORDER OF WORSHIP
Music- Christy Wilson, Carolyn Knight & Song Leaders
Scripture Reader- Paul Szabo
GATHERING SONGS: I Love You, Lord 2068 TFWS
The Gift of Love 408 UMH
GREETING:
CALL TO WORSHIP:
L: Come, beloved of God- enter this space of worship with
open hearts.
P: We come to meet the One who calls us to love and serve.
L: When we feed the hungry and welcome the stranger, we meet
Christ among us.
P: When we care for the sick and visit those in need, we serve
Christ Himself.
L: God’s love invites us to generosity and grace.
P: We come to be filled, renewed, and sent out in love.
ALL: Let us worship the God of mercy and compassion!
OPENING SONG: Help Us Accept Each Other 560 UMH
CENTERING PRAYER:
CHILDREN’S MOMENT: It’s About Love, Love, Love
BAPTISM:
Song- Child of Blessing, Child of Promise (Vs.1,2) 611 UMH
Baptism Covenant II Page 39-43 #1,3,4,8,11 16 UMH
Song- Child of Blessing, Child of Promise (Vs.3,4) 611 UMH
TIME OF PRAYER: O How He Loves You and Me 2108 TFWS
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 25:31- 46 (NRSV)
MESSAGE: Faith, Hope, Love, Life: LOVE!
SHARING OUR GIFTS:
RECEIVING OUR OFFERING: Blest Are They 2155 TFWS
CLOSING ANNOUNCEMENTS:
SENDING SONG: They’ll Know We Are Christians
(Vs.1,2) 2223 TFWS
BENEDICTION:
POSTLUDE: They’ll Know We Are Christians
(Vs.3,4) 2223 TFWS