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
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“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 Phinney with her loss
The family of George Breidenbach with his loss
Pat Breidenbach
Chris Jones
David Lambert
Roger Stunes
Frances Conraads, Cindy Bierman’s mother
LaVerna Neugebauer, LeAnn Moe’s mother
Larry Griffith
Jayne Barnard
Jason Rice, Verna Hofer’s grandson
Laura Barta Lindquist
Pray for all those dealing with health concerns at this time.
YOUTH SUNDAY
Welcome to Youth Sunday. We are grateful for you and for our youth as they lead us in worship today.
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
Love Feast/Backpacks
FEBRUARY “ONE THING”
Our February “One Thing” is tuna for the Mitchell Food Pantry. The food pantry serves many families in need within our community.
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!
LENTEN STUDY
Beginning Wednesday, February 25 at 7:00pm in Room 103,
Wednesday night adult Bible study will follow the six-week Lenten Study offered by the Conference Office. No book is needed for this study-just good conversation. All are welcome!
For this year’s Conference Lenten study, the Dakota’s Cabinet is creating a six-week study based on the healing stories of Jesus-“To Be Made Well.” In a time in our world where hurt, fear, and trauma are a part of our daily lives, these stories are meant to draw us back to the Great Physician, the sources of healing, Jesus Christ.
1. Pool of Bethsaida presented by DS Dan Bader
2.Bleeding Woman/Jarius Daughter presented by DS Kris Mutzenberger
3. Bent Over Woman presented by Rev. Deann Hardy
4. Four Friends presented by DS Brandon Vetter
5. Demoniac presented by Rev. Ron Olson
6. Blind Bartimaeus presented by Rev. Chang Yi
SHROVE TUESDAY PANCAKE & SAUSAGE FEED
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-ups continue and we still need volunteers to work in the dining room and kitchen for both shifts. If you have any questions, please reach out to Donny Howard or Curt Talley.
BUTTER BRAIDS
COMING SOON! Our youth will be selling butter braids. This is a fundraiser for youth activities, camps, and mission trips. Watch for more information and order forms- coming soon!
ASH WEDNESDAY
Ash Wednesday marks the beginning of our Church Season of Lent. Join us on Wednesday, February 18th, at 6:30pm in our Worship Center for an Ash Wednesday service led by Pastor Amber, including the imposition of ashes.
PASTOR KEITH AWAY
Pastor Keith and Nancy are away and unreachable for a few more days. 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.
VERSE FOR REFLECTION: Psalm 139:14
I praise you, for I am fearfully and wonderfully made. Wonderful are your works; that I know very well.
SAVE THE DATES:
Ash Wednesday: February 18th ~ 6:30pm service
Palm Sunday: March 29th ~ 10am service
Maundy Thursday: April 2nd ~ 12pm & 6pm communion & reflection
Good Friday: April 3rd ~ 7pm service
Easter Son Rise Service w/youth: April 5th ~ 8am service
Easter Service: April 5th ~10am service
UPCOMING EVENTS
Sun., Feb 22, First Sunday in Lent
Thurs., Feb 26, Love Feast
Sun., March 8, Daylight Savings Time Begins
Thurs., March 12, Love Feast
Sun., March 15, Family Fun Gathering
CALENDAR FOR THE WEEK
SUNDAY
9:00 AM Sunday School
9:00 AM Adult Bible Study (Dave’s Rm. S1)
9:00 AM Downtown Mom’s Group (Youth Room)
10:00 AM Worship Service
3:00 PM Glow Party- Family Fun
MONDAY
6:30 PM Finance
TUESDAY
11AM-1 PM Shrove Tuesday Pancakes & Sausage Feed
4 PM-7 PM Shrove Tuesday Pancakes & Sausage Feed
5-7:00 PM George Breidenbach’s Visitation
5:30 PM Heart & Sole
WEDNESDAY
10:30 AM George Breidenbach’s funeral
6:30 PM Ash Wednesday Service
7:00 PM SPR
7:00 PM Natalie’s Bible Study (Rm. 103)
THURSDAY
11:00 AM LifeQuest (Dining Room)
1:00 PM United Women in Faith (Rm.103)
7:00 PM United Women in Faith II (Gathering Area)
FRIDAY
9:00 AM PALS (Nursery)
SATURDAY NO EVENTS SCHEDULED
ORDER OF WORSHIP
Music- Youth
Scripture & Message- Youth
GATHERING SONG: Lord I Need You
GREETING:
CALL TO WORSHIP:
L: Come and be still before the God who knows you.
P: We come just as we are.
L: Come with your questions, your hopes, and all the ways
you feel measured or compared.
P: We bring our whole selves.
L: Here, you are more than a grade, more than a score, more
than likes or followers.
P: We are known and loved by God.
L. In this place, there is room to breathe, room to rest, and room to
remember who we are.
ALL: We belong to God.
OPENING SONG: Goodness Of God
CENTERING PRAYER:
CHILDREN’S MOMENT:
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; thy 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: Psalm 139:1-18
MESSAGE: More Than a Number
SONG: Amazing Grace My Chains Are Gone
SHARING OUR GIFTS:
RECEIVING OUR OFFERING:
CLOSING ANNOUNCEMENTS:
SENDING SONG: The Blessing
BENEDICTION:
POSTLUDE: Build Your Kingdom Here