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: Romans 8:1-2
There is therefore now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus. For the law of the Spirit of life in Christ Jesus has set you free from the law of sin and of death.
IN OUR PRAYERS
Linda Claggett
Louise Metz
Maxine Baker
Alice Claggett
Nancy Jerabek
Jason Wosje
Tom Kulm
Jackie Hess
Sharon Broghammer
Bonnie Kor
Jason Kor
Jason Rice, Verna Hofer’s grandson
Laura Barta Lindquist
Pray in remembrance of those who gave their lives for our freedom.
Pray for their families and for our nation.
MEMORIAL DAY
In observance of Memorial Day, the church office will be closed on Monday, May 26th.
We hope you have a safe and happy Memorial Day!
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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
Heifer Project
Heifer International, also known as the Heifer Project International, is a global nonprofit that works to eradicate poverty and hunger through sustainable community development.
MAY “ONE THING”
May’s “One Thing” supports the Bishop’s Miracle Offering, a special offering focused on a special project our Bishop chooses each year for Annual Conference. This year’s miracle offering is for UMCOR and Midwest Missions. UMCOR (United Methodist Committee On Relief) is the Red Cross of the United Methodist Church, giving assistance wherever disaster and tragedy strikes in our world. We will have boxes out for cash donations for UMCOR, but we will focus more on our church donating the Personal Dignity Kits that Midwest Mission collects and sends out in support of UMCOR’s work around the world. You can pick up a gallon Ziplock bag at the One Thing display. Included will be a list of the items that are needed to fill out the kit. Thank you!
JUNE “ONE THING”
Our June “One Thing” will be classic colors fine line Crayola markers for Love Feast backpack giveaway. GREETER VOLUNTEERS ARE NEEDED
If you signed up to help during Annual Conference for Sunday, June 8th here at the church, there is a sign up sheet in the office for specific greeting opportunities. Please stop in and visit with Tonya or Pastor Keith about specifics.
“We exist to be the hands and feet of Jesus, sharing love and grace to all we encounter, by living out God’s Kingdom together.”
The above statement was developed out of a set of three leadership forums that our church held over the course of the past year. The purpose of this statement is to help us reclaim our identity and sense of purpose for why God has placed us in this community. The Church Council has been discussing this statement and is interested in feedback from you, our church family. If you have thoughts or suggestions about this statement, please talk to one of the members of our Church Council.
VBS 2025
Are you ready to go on a food truck adventure with God? The Bible Food Truck VBS will take you for a ride through the entire Bible, learning stories from the Old and the New Testament, making stops in different books of the Bible to see how food plays a role in so many of our favorite faith stories! A free family devotional will be available for every child that attends! Climb in and buckle up! It’s time to find God on
The Bible Food Truck!
ANNUAL CONFERENCE INFORMATION
On Sunday, June 8th, the closing day of Annual Conference, all are invited to attend the “Celebration of Life and Ministry” service which will be held here are our facility at 10:00AM (our normal worship time). Clergy and clergy spouses who have died in the past year will be honored. There will also be the celebration of Ordination and Commissioning that takes place. Bishop Lanette will preach and there will be special music throughout the service. Come join us for a special time of worship.
As a part of worship on Sunday, June 8th, there will also be a Community Choir that sings during the offering time. Erin and Clint Desmond are looking for singers to be a part of this choir. Rehearsal will take place in our worship center at 8:15 on Sunday, June 8th. If you’d like to be a part of the “Conference Choir” please contact the church office. We have information about the music, and we will also need to know what part you sing.
UPCOMING EVENTS
Thurs., June 5, Annual Conference Begins
Sun. June 8, Celebration of Life and Ministry Service 10AM
Thurs., June 12, Love Feast
Sun., June 15, Father’s Day
Sun., June 22, VBS 9:45-11:15
CALENDAR FOR THE WEEK
SUNDAY
9:00 AM Adult Bible Study (Dave’s Rm S1)
10:00 AM Worship Service
4:00 PM Sommerville Wedding
MONDAY
MEMORIAL DAY/OFFICE CLOSED
TUESDAY
9:30 AM Staff
4:30 PM TOPS
6:30 PM Church Council
7:00 PM Troop 75
WEDNESDAY
NO EVENTS SCHEDULED
THURSDAY
NO EVENTS SCHEDULED
FRIDAY
NO EVENTS SCHEDULED
SATURDAY
NO EVENTS SCHEDULED
ORDER OF WORSHIP
Music— Nancy Nelson
Scripture— Carol Hasz
HYMN SING: The Church’s One Foundation 545 UMH
The Battle Hymn of the Republic 717 UMH
Majesty, Worship His Majesty 176 UMH
Just a Closer Walk with Thee 2158 TFWS
PRELUDE:
GREETING:
CALL TO WORSHIP:
L: Open wide the doors,
P: God is found within.
L: Open up your hearts,
P: Let God work through you.
L: Open up your minds,
P: God dreams through you.
L: Open up your voices,
P: Sing of love for all.
OPENING SONG: He Touched Me (Vs.1,2) 367 UMH
CENTERING PRAYER:
SCRIPTURE: John 9:1-23
CHILDREN’S MOMENT:
TIME OF PRAYER:
Silent Reflection~ Pastor’s Prayer~ The Lord’s Prayer
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 9:24-41
MESSAGE: Impact Easter: Opening Eyes
SONG: Open My Eyes, That I May See (Vs.1,3) 454 UMH
SHARING OUR GIFTS:
RECEIVING OUR OFFERING:
HONORING MEMORIAL DAY:
Skit Guys: Today & Everyday We Remember
CLOSING ANNOUNCEMENTS:
SENDING SONG: Living for Jesus (Vs.1,3) 2149 TFWS
BENEDICTION:
POSTLUDE: