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, sharing love and grace to all we encounter, by living out God’s Kingdom together.”
IN OUR PRAYERS
Ellen Miskimins
Jordan Platt
Irene Swenson
Sondra Russell
Oliver McCutchan
LouOra Houk
Carolrae McCorkell
Louise Metz
Maxine Baker
Jason Wosje
Tom Kulm
Bonnie Kor
Jason Kor
Jason Rice, Verna Hofer’s grandson
Laura Barta Lindquist
Let’s all pray for our nation, give thanks for our freedom, and be grateful for the many blessings we enjoy.
THANK YOU
We are truly Blessed with such wonderful friends and family. Thank you, each of you, for making our 60th Wedding Anniversary such a special occasion. It warmed our hearts by receiving cards and spending time with you at the Open House. Friends are a treasure. Geri & Gale
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
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.
CRAYOLA FINE TIP MARKERS
Crayola markers are just 97 cents right now at Walmart. Great time to stock up and still time to donate to our June “One Thing”. The display will be up for another week or so.
MATILDA’S COFFEE & DESSERTS
Bible Food Truck VBS is “on a roll” at Downtown Mitchell FUMC! Our VBS day was so much fun that we are getting ready for our next one! Join us July 20th. We will have Matilda’s Coffee & Desserts here from 8:30-12:30. They will be in the parking lot to the North of the church. Make sure to stop by before or after worship service or VBS to grab a drink and/or a dessert!
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. This week Pastor Keith continues 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
Hi my name is 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 30:4-5
Sing praises to the LORD, O you his faithful ones, and give thanks to his holy name. For his anger is but for a moment; his favor is for a lifetime. Weeping may linger for the night, but joy comes with the morning.
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.
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
Sun., July 13, Konnect with Keith (membership class)
Tues., July 15, Sunday School Registration Begins
Sun., July 20, VBS 9:45-11:15
Thurs., July 24, Love Feast
Sun., Aug 3, Worship in the Corn Palace Plaza
CALENDAR FOR THE WEEK
SUNDAY
9:00 AM Adult Bible Study (Dave’s Rm. S1)
10:00 AM Worship Service
MONDAY
3:00 PM Backpack Sorting& Counting/ Dining Room
TUESDAY
9:30 AM Staff
4:30 PM TOPS
5:15 PM Communications
7:00 PM Troop 75
WEDNESDAY
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, Carolyn Knight & Song Leaders
Scripture- Jane Dahme
GATHERING SONGS: America (Vs.1&4) 697 UMH
America the Beautiful 696 UMH
GREETING:
CALL TO WORSHIP:
L: With open hands and willing hearts,
P: With doors open to the world,
L: We come ready to serve our community.
P: We are ready to welcome all,
L: To be gathered together in God’s love,
P: To have our spirits lifted and to lighten one another’s burden.
L: To share together in our joy,
P: And be touched by the Spirit in awe,
L: Open hearts, open minds, open doors…
P: This is who we are…Welcome Home!
OPENING SONG: God of the Ages 698 UMH
CENTERING PRAYER:
CHILDREN’S MOMENT: Kids of the Kingdom
TIME OF PRAYER: Surely the Presence of the Lord 328 UMH
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; 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: Luke 14:16-21 & 5:12-16
MESSAGE: Where Are We Going? - Hands & Feet
COMMUNION:
Preparing our Hearts & the Elements
The Great Thanksgiving- pgs. 13-14 UMH
Sharing in Communion
RECEIVING OUR OFFERING:
The Offering will be received as people come forward for communion
PRAYER OF THANKSGIVING:
CLOSING ANNOUNCEMENTS:
SENDING SONG: This Land is Your Land
BENEDICTION:
POSTLUDE: God Bless America