Downtown Mitchell
First United Methodist Church
310 N Rowley
Mitchell SD 57301
www.downtownfirstumc.com
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“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.”
IN OUR PRAYERS
The family of Rodney Ozanne
Carolrae McCorkell
Ryan Knight and team
Louise Metz
Maxine Baker
Nancy Jarabek
Jason Wosje
Tom Kulm
Bonnie Kor
Jason Kor
Jason Rice, Verna Hofer’s grandson
Laura Barta Lindquist
Pray for the churches and leadership that will be providing VBS experiences for the children and youth of our community. May it be a great experience of continuing to share the love of Jesus with
our community.
ALTAR FLOWERS
The altar flowers are given in loving memory of Brooklyn Howard by Grandma and Papa Ruml.
LIVESTREAM
Is given in honor of George and Pat Breidenbach’s 63rd Wedding Anniversary which is June 23rd.
Happy Anniversary!
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
Abbott House
JUNE “ONE THING”
Our June “One Thing” is classic colors fine line Crayola markers for Love Feast backpack giveaway.
LOVE FEAST BACKPACK AND SCHOOL SUPPLIES
Registration for backpacks and school supplies is now available. Go to Love Feast of Mitchell Facebook page for the registration link and for more information. In person sign-ups are also available at Love Feast and the Salvation Army. The deadline to apply for a shoe voucher is July 25th.
60TH WEDDING ANNIVERSAY OPEN HOUSE
Gale and Geri Patzlaff will celebrate their 60th Wedding Anniversary with an Open House on Sunday, June 29th from 1pm-4pm in the dining room at Downtown First United Methodist Church.
Cake and refreshments will be served. If you are unable to attend cards may be sent to 25074 423rd Ave., Alexandria, SD 57311
WHY ARE WE HERE
You may have noticed something new on the front of our Sunday morning bulletin. A new statement. It is our church’s new adopted purpose or mission statement. It states why we exist or why we believe God has placed this church here. Next week Pastor Keith will begin a new sermon series explaining the value of a mission statement and what this statement means for our church family. Be sure to join us for this series!
SUMMER INTERN
Meet Ava Laffey! I’m going into my senior year at Parkston High School. This summer I will be serving as a Samuel Intern for both Downtown First UMC and Fusion through the Dakotas Conference. I am excited to see what all I will do through God and His grace! If you have any questions about me and my internship, please feel free to talk to me! Help us welcome Ava! We are grateful and excited to have her!
VERSE FOR REFLECTION: Psalm 145: 8-9
The LORD is gracious and merciful, slow to anger and abounding in steadfast love. The LORD is good to all, and his compassion is over all that he has made.
VBS 2025
Climb in and buckle up! It’s time to find God on The Bible Food Truck! The first VBS is Sunday, June 22nd from 9:45-11:15. The next VBS will be Sunday, July 20th. If you are willing to help with VBS, please let Becky know.
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, July 13th 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.
“Sharing the love of Jesus from the heart of Downtown”
UPCOMING EVENTS
Thurs., June 26, Love Feast
Friday, July 4, Independence Day/ Office Closed
Thurs., July 10, Love Feast
Sun., July 13, Konnect with Keith (membership class)
CALENDAR FOR THE WEEK
SUNDAY
9:00 AM Adult Bible Study (Dave’s Rm S1)
9:45-11:15 VBS
10:00 AM Worship Service
1:00 PM In A Village Workday
MONDAY
NO EVENTS SCHEDULED
TUESDAY
4:30 PM TOPS
6:30 PM Church Council
7:00 PM Troop 75
WEDNESDAY
9:30 AM Staff
7:00 PM Natalie’s Adult Bible Study (Rm. 103)
THURSDAY
5:30 PM Love Feast
FRIDAY
NO EVENTS SCHEDULED
SATURDAY
NO EVENTS SCHEDULED
ORDER OF WORSHIP
Music-Christy Wilson & Song Leaders
Scripture- Jayne Barnard
HYMN SING: I Sing the Almighty Power of God 152 UMH
Rock of Ages, Cleft for Me 361 UMH
Into My Heart 2160 TFWS
Sanctuary 2164 TFWS
PRELUDE: This Is My Father’s World
GREETING:
CALL TO WORSHIP:
L: Clowns and fool,
P: Wild one who stretch the rules…
ALL: Come and Worship!
L: Thinkers and dreamers,
P: Plotters and schemers,
ALL: Come and Worship!
L: Quiet ones, noisy ones and those full of talk,
P: Limping or skipping, those who shuffle when they walk
ALL: Come and Worship!
L: Poor ones and lonely ones,
P: Hoping-for-better-days ones,
ALL: Come and Worship!
L: All God’s people, come, praise, worship
P: One Lord, one Spirit, one God…who loves us all!!
OPENING SONG: And Are We Yet Alive (Vs.1,2,3,6) 553 UMH
CENTERING PRAYER:
CHILDREN’S MOMENT: Praise Him
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: 1 John 4:19
MESSAGE: In the Words of John Wesley
CONFIRMATION:
SHARING OUR GIFTS:
RECEIVING OUR OFFERING: How Beautiful
CLOSING ANNOUNCEMENTS:
SENDING SONG: They’ll Know We Are Christians by Our Love
(Vs.1,2,3) 2223 TFWS
BENEDICTION:
POSTLUDE: He’s Got the Whole World In His Hands