Downtown Mitchell
First United Methodist Church
310 N Rowley
Mitchell SD 57301
www.downtownfirstumc.com
wifi password: L&ve1234
“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
The family of Carol McManus
Virginia Stahlecker
Bev Rowley
Irene Swenson
Sondra Russell
LouOra Houk
Carolrae McCorkell
Louise Metz
Bonnie Kor
Jason Kor
Jason Rice, Verna Hofer’s grandson
Laura Barta Lindquist
Pray for the workers at the Mitchell Food Pantry and all they do to help those with food insecurities here in Mitchell.
GARDEN SURPLUS
If you have excess garden produce, you are welcome to bring it to the church. There is a produce table in the Gathering Area. If you need/want the veggies, please leave a donation in the basket and take them with you. The money benefits World Hunger.
LIVESTREAM
Is given in memory of Ray Lapka’s birthday which was Wednesday, July 23rd by his family.
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
Mitchell Food Pantry
JULY “ONE THING”
Our July “One Thing” is $10 gift cards for ice cream for Big Friend Little Friend. The cards can be from DQ, B&G Milkyway, McDonalds, Zesto’s, or Culver’s.
AUGUST “ONE THING”
Our August “One Thing” will be Macaroni Noodles for Mitchell Weekend Snack Pack Program. The noodles will be packaged with ingredients for a family to make a hotdish for a meal.
WORSHIP AT THE PLAZA
Join us! Sunday August 3rd at 10am for worship at the Corn Palace Plaza. There will be some chairs available, but you are welcome to bring your own if you prefer. There is a parking lot to the South of the plaza, right behind Bradley’s for easy access. If you have any questions, please call the church office.
LAST BASH OF SUMMER
Let’s have a blast at the Last Summer Bash with our brothers and sisters of Fusion UMC. The event will take place at Patton Young Park on Sunday, Aug. 10 from 5-7pm. There will be a potluck with hamburgers and hotdogs provided, please bring a side to share. Also, bring a canned food item to help kick off the DWU Food Drive. We could use a couple of people to help with setup and clean up. We also need someone to help with the play-by-play during the kickball game. Talk to Pastor Keith for more info.
BE THE HANDS AND FEET OF JESUS-VOLUNTEER TODAY!
We have an amazing volunteer opportunity for you! Shape young lives and help children and youth grow in their faith! We have a wonderful team of family ministry volunteers, and we provide support and training to help you succeed. There are many roles available: Sunday School Teachers and Helpers, Youth Leaders and Helpers, Coordinating Children's Ministry or Youth Ministry, or inspire our young people through your musical gifts! Will you consider joining our team and help make a difference?
VERSE FOR REFLECTION: Psalm 141:1-2
I call upon you, O LORD; come quickly to me; give ear to my voice when I call to you. Let my prayer be counted as incense before you, and the lifting up of my hands as an evening sacrifice.
MEALS ON WHEELS DRIVERS WANTED
Our turn for driving for Meals on Wheels will run from Sept. 22 to Oct.31 this year. If you are willing to assist, or want more information about what is involved, contact Dave Mitchell or the church office.
SCHOOL SUPPLY/ BACKPACK VOLUNTEER SIGN-UP
Carol Hasz will be in the gathering area prior to and after worship service with sign-up opportunities for help organizing and distribution of school supplies and backpack giveaway. This is a great way to help a great cause!
WALK TO REMEMBER
Honoring and remembering children gone too soon. Walk to Remember, Sunday, Sunday August 17th, 1-4pm at Granite Springs 25840 422nd Ave., Alexandria, SD. Along the walking path will be memorial signs sharing the stories of the children being remembered. If you have any questions, contact LeAnn Moe at 605-770-8193.
SUNDAY SCHOOL AND YOUTH GROUP REGISTRATION
It is that time of year…time to register for Sunday School and Youth Group. Each year we ask parents to register their child/children so that we have current information on file. Registration is available online or stop by the office for a hard copy. If you have any questions, please let us know.
“Sharing the love of Jesus from the heart of Downtown”
UPCOMING EVENTS
Sun., Aug 3, Worship at the Corn Palace Plaza
Fri., Aug 8, Love Feast Backpack Give Away 4-7pm
Sat., Aug 9, Love Feast Backpack Give Away 8:30-11:30
Sun., Aug 10, VBS 9:45-11:15
Sun., Aug 10, Cookout and Kickball with Fusion 5pm
CALENDAR FOR THE WEEK
SUNDAY
9:00 AM Adult Bible Study (Dave’s Rm. S1)
10:00 AM Worship Service
MONDAY
NO EVENTS SCHEDULED
TUESDAY
9:30 AM Staff
4:30 PM TOPS
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- Praise Team
Scripture- Garry Freier
GATHERING SONGS: Mighty to Save
Humble Thyself/Awesome God
GREETING:
CALL TO WORSHIP:
L: Amazing grace:
P: Lifting us from despair,
L: Comforting us in the dark,
P: Surprising us on life’s journey.
L: Amazing grace:
P: Bringing us hope when the path seems lost,
L: Holding us when fear hovers close,
P: Surrounding us with light,
L: Filling us with Joy,
P: Amazing grace, God’s gift to us!
OPENING SONG: Amazing Grace
CENTERING WORDS:
CENTERING SONG: Turn Your Eyes Upon Jesus (Find Light)
CENTERING PRAYER:
CHILDREN’S MOMENT: God’s Kid
TIME OF PRAYER: Trust & Obey
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 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: Genesis 22:1-14, John 19:16b-18, Luke 24:36-40
MESSAGE: Where Are We Going? Hands & Feet #2
SHARING OUR GIFTS:
RECEIVING OUR OFFERING:
CLOSING ANNOUNCEMENTS:
SENDING SONG: I Will Trust in the Lord
BENEDICTION:
POSTLUDE: I Will Trust in the Lord