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
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
George & Pat Breidenbach
Chris Jones
David Lambert
Roger Stunes
Bob Balcom
Frances Conraads, Cindy Bierman’s mother
Jackie Hess
LaVerna Neugebauer, LeAnn Moe’s mother
Larry Griffith
Jayne Barnard
Jason Rice, Verna Hofer’s grandson
Laura Barta Lindquist
Pray for those in positions of leadership.
GLOW PARTY!
Get ready to glow! Join us for a Glow Party on Sunday, February 15 at 3:00 PM in the church gathering area. This free event is packed with games, snacks and family fun. All families are welcome- glow sticks provided. Wear white or neon and light up the fun!
LIVESTREAM
Is given by Irene Swenson and 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
Solar Oven Projects
The key goal of the Solar Oven Project is to assist people in living in energy-scarce areas of the world to utilize the free energy of the sun for cooking and other energy needs.
JANUARY “ONE THING”
Our January “One Thing” is Adopt a Senior for the class of 2026 for the MSD Caring Closet. Donations will help purchase Caps/Gowns/ Tassels/ Year Books and a graduation gift. Our goal is to “adopt” 10 seniors for a total of $1550.
FEBRUARY “ONE THING”
Our February “One Thing” will be tuna for the Mitchell Food Pantry. The food pantry serves many families in need within our community.
THE VISION OF THE UMC
This Sunday we will begin a 3-part sermon series focusing on the new vision statement of the United Methodist Church. The United Methodist Church forms disciples of Jesus Christ who, empowered by the Holy Spirit, Love Boldly, Serve Joyfully, and Lead Courageously in local communities and worldwide connections.
ATTENTION MOMS!
A new ministry called “Common Grounds: Downtown Moms” has begun, we meet downstairs in the Youth Room. Moms are invited to gather for coffee, connection, and encouragement while kids are in Sunday School. No prep, no pressure- just a welcoming place to relax, breathe, and belong.
PASTOR KEITH AWAY
Pastor Keith and Nancy will be away and unreachable for a couple of weeks on vacation. While away Pastor Amber will be here and able to handle funerals, Communion, and such needs. Tonya, in the church office, also has a list of “On Call” pastors who can assist if there is a need. If you need Pastor Amber, or if there is a pastoral need, please call the church office at 605-996-7721.
SUMMER CAMP REGISTRATION
Tired of the cold weather? Set your sites on warmer days ahead by planning to attend church camp! Our United Methodist camps provide a great opportunity for people of all ages to experience Christ, Community and Creation! Registration is open. There are pamphlets located by Pastor Amber’s office door or you can check out the website https://www.dakotasumc.org/camping/camps-and-events. Please inquire about the 50% off discount code that we will offer again this year.
SHROVE TUESDAY
Our annual Shrove Tuesday pancake and sausage feed by Chris Cakes will be Tuesday, February 17th. We will be serving from 11am-1pm and 4pm-7pm. Sign-up sheets for volunteering and donating food items will be in the gathering area prior to and after worship service. There are plenty of opportunities still available. It truly takes a village for this event, so please consider helping.
LITTLE FREE PANTRY
Our Little Free Pantry is installed! It is located by the ramp and is stocked with items from our December “One Thing”. Thank you to those that made this dream a reality, especially to Russ McCormick for building it.
BELOVED WOMEN’S CONFERENCE
Join us at our church for a two- day women’s conference experience featuring worship, encouragement, and connection February 6th and 7th. All women from our church and community are welcome as we gather and are reminded that we are deeply loved. Sign up today in the gathering area! Registration deadline is Friday, January 31st.
2026 BIBLE READING PLAN
For those of you who like to have a reading plan, Pastor Keith has developed a plan for 2026 in which we’ll read together through Paul’s letter. You can pick up a reading guide on the tables at each entry to the Worship Center or at the Welcome Desk by the church office.
UPCOMING EVENTS
Fri-Sat, Feb 6-7, Beloved Women’s Conference
Sun., Feb 15, Youth Sunday
Sun., Feb 15, Family Fun Event ~ Glow Party
Tue., Feb 17, Shrove Tuesday
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
MONDAY
5:00 PM Love Feast Task Force (Rm. 103)
6:30 PM Church Council
TUESDAY
9:00 AM LifeQuest (Dining Room)
9:30 AM Staff
4:30 PM TOPS
7:00 PM Troop 75
WEDNESDAY
11:00 AM LifeQuest (Dining Room)
6:30 PM Youth Group
7:00 PM Bible Study (Natalie’s Rm.103)
THURSDAY
11:00 AM LifeQuest (Dining Room)
FRIDAY
NO EVENTS SCHEDULED
SATURDAY
NO EVENTS SCHEDULED
ORDER OF WORSHIP
Music- Nancy Nelson & Song Leaders
Scripture Reader- Hadleigh Wilson
HYMN SING: How Great Thou Art 77 UMH
Hymn of Promise 707 UMH
Where He Leads Me 338 UMH
I Love You, Lord 2068 TFWS
PRELUDE:
GREETING:
CALL TO WORSHIP:
L: Jesus calls us to love- to love our God with all our heart, soul,
and mind.
P: We come to worship the God who loves us first.
L: Jesus calls us to love our neighbors as ourselves; not selectively,
not cautiously, but fully.
P: Teach us to love boldly O God.
L: Jesus gives us a new commandment: That we love one another
as he has loved us.
P: By this love, may the world recognize us as his disciples.
L: When fear tempts us to silence or safety, the Spirit invites us to
pray for courage.
P: Fill us with the Holy Spirit, that we may speak, live, and love
with boldness.
L: Come, let us worship the God who calls us, forms us, and sends
us out to love boldly.
All: Yes, we are here to worship our Bold Loving God!
OPENING SONG: Love Divine, All Loves Excelling
(Vs.1,2,4) 384 UMH
CENTERING PRAYER:
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: Matthew 22:37-39, John 13:34-35, Acts 4:23-29
MESSAGE: Vision UMC: Love Boldly!
SONG: Lord, I Lift Your Name on High 2088 UMH
SHARING OUR GIFTS:
RECEIVING OUR OFFERING:
CLOSING ANNOUNCEMENTS:
SENDING SONG: They’ll Know We Are Christians by Our Love
(Vs.1,2,3) 2223 TFWS
BENEDICTION:
POSTLUDE: