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 Eileen Hanks with her passing
Bev Rowley
George & 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.
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
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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
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.
THE VISION OF THE UMC
This Sunday we continue with our 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.
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.
THANK YOU
Thank you for the prayers, cards, and love shown to me during my illness. Your kindness has meant so much. ~ Jackie Hess
ALTAR FLOWERS
The altar flowers are in honor of Gene & Jeanie (Olson) Wohl’s 60th Wedding Anniversary on February 12th. Also remembering our nephew Adam Crane whose birthday would have been February 7th.
NOISY BUCKETS
Today is Noisy Bucket Sunday! All donations in the noisy buckets will go to the Mitchell Grade School Lunch Program (Angel Account). Thank you for your generosity and love towards this mission.
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 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.
VERSE FOR REFLECTION: 2 Timothy 1:6-7
For this reason I remind you to rekindle the gift of God that is within you through the laying on of my hands; for God did not give us a spirit of cowardice, but rather a spirit of power and of love and of self-discipline.
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
Sat., Feb 14, Valentine’s Day
Sun., Feb 15, Youth Sunday
Sun., Feb 15, Family Fun Event ~ Glow Party 3pm
Tue., Feb 17, Shrove Tuesday 11am-1pm & 4pm-7pm
Wed., Feb 18, Ash Wednesday 6:30pm service
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
MONDAY
7:00 PM Trustees
TUESDAY
1:00 PM PEO
4:30 PM TOPS
7:00 PM Troop 75
WEDNESDAY
9:00 AM LifeQuest (Dining Room)
10:00 AM Family Ministry
6:30 PM Youth Group
7:00 PM Bible Study (Natalie’s Rm.103)
THURSDAY
11:00 AM LifeQuest (Dining Room)
5:30 PM Love Feast
FRIDAY
NO EVENTS SCHEDULED
SATURDAY
NO EVENTS SCHEDULED
ORDER OF WORSHIP
Music- Praise Team
GATHERING SONGS: Waymaker
Sing for Joy
GREETING:
CALL TO WORSHIP:
L: God calls ordinary people to do extraordinary things- just as God
called Esther for such a time as this.
P: We come, trusting God’s strength, not our own.
L: God calls us to walk by faith, not by fear, to step forward when it
would be easier to step back.
P: We come, ready to follow wherever Christ leads.
L: God calls us to speak truth, to seek justice, and to show mercy,
even when our voices tremble.
P: We come, trusting the Spirit to guide our steps.
L: God calls us to lead with humility, courage, and love- right here,
right now, for such a time as this.
P: We come, ready to serve in Jesus’ name.
L: Come, let us worship the God who goes before us, who stands
beside us, and who empowers us to lead courageously.
ALL: And who has called us for such a time as this. Amen.
OPENING SONG: I Will Call Upon the Lord
CENTERING WORDS:
CENTERING SONG: Let It Rise
CENTERING PRAYER:
CHILDREN’S MOMENT: My God Is So Big
TIME OF PRAYER: To Know You More
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: Esther 4:10-17
MESSAGE: “For Such a Time as this: Courageous Leadership
When God Seems Silent.”
SHARING OUR GIFTS:
RECEIVING OUR OFFERING: Everlasting God
CLOSING ANNOUNCEMENTS:
SENDING SONG: Standing on the Promises
BENEDICTION:
POSTLUDE: Standing on the Promises